Director of Development, College of Veterinary Medicine

Job Description

Portfolio Management
Responsible for the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major and principal gift prospects as well as grateful client donors.
Focuses on individual prospects rated at a capacity of $100,000 or above.
Assesses and refines the portfolio by identifying new high-net-worth individuals and families with the capacity and affinity to support college priorities.
Develops and implements tailored fundraising strategies for grateful client donors, aligning philanthropic interests with the College's priorities in research, education, patient care, and capital initiatives.
Collaborates with the Office of Estate & Gift Planning team to develop and implement a gifting strategy for qualified donor portfolios at the planned giving level.

Development Strategy & Donor Engagement

Develops comprehensive understanding of the college mission, strategy, and goals as they relate to fundraising.
Partners with college leadership and unit/program directors to create and execute tailored, multi-year engagement and solicitation strategies for each assigned prospect, leveraging a moves management framework.
Each plan should be rooted in the donor's philanthropic interests and aligned with university strategic priorities.
Develops and presents concept papers and gift proposals to donors.
Organizes and facilitates high-level engagement experiences, including campus visits, personalized briefings and engagement opportunities to deepen prospect relationships.
Attends and supports activities and events involving volunteers and prospects. This may include pre-and post-event publicity, as well as event set-up, break-down, and serving as a host.
Delivers thoughtful, personalized donor stewardship by recognizing gifts in meaningful ways aligned with the mission and values of CVM and UF Advancement, while providing customized reporting, facilitating naming opportunities, managing long-term relationships, and ensuring donors are appropriately engaged and recognized through events and communications.

Communications

Develops and implements a comprehensive communications plan to inform constituents and identify markets about the mission, vision, and values of the unit, its funding priorities, and gift opportunities.
Builds and maintains effective relationships with college administration and faculty through regular, consistent, and relevant communication.
Works with marketing and communications to design and produce collateral or promotional materials that relate to events, including programs, pledge forms, signage, etc.

Administrative

Ensures best practices in office systems, files and record keeping.
Provides research, market, and prospect information for UFA’s integrated database, and handles confidential prospect information in a sensitive, ethical manner.
Contributes to the planning and monitoring of the budget, using resources for best results in fundraising and planning activities involving volunteers, prospects, faculty and administration.

Expected Salary

$85,000-95,000 annually, commensurate with education and experience.

Exceptional Benefits

• Affordable State Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Comprehensive Coverage: Life and Disability Insurance
• Secure Retirement Options: Generous plans to safeguard your future
• Paid Time Off: Including 11 paid holidays, as well as family, sick, and vacation leave
• Professional and Personal Growth: Opportunities through UF Training & Organization Development, leadership development, LinkedIn learning, and more
• Tuition Assistance: Benefit from the UF Employee Education Program
• PSLF Eligibility: We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience in Development or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree in appropriate areas of specialization and five years of experience in Development or a related field.

Preferred

• The ideal candidate will possess:
• At least 4-6 years of major gift fundraising experience with documented success in cultivating and soliciting major gifts of $100,000 and above from individual prospects with campaign experience.
• Prior experience in a college or university setting, enthusiasm for fundraising in a comprehensive research university, and the desire to work collegially within a goal-oriented fundraising organization.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles, methods, and standards.
• Expertise in developing solicitation strategies.
• The ability to work strategically, develop and implement constituency programs and activities, along with a talent for motivating volunteers.
• Ability to work collaboratively and a team player.
• Competency in problem solving.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and the capacity to engage effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of individuals are essential.
• Support the University’s commitment to creating a respectful and collaborative work environment that values integrity, professionalism, and mutual respect in all interactions; demonstrated success collaborating with stakeholders; strong project management skills; experience in a data-driven environment; excellent organizational abilities; and the capacity to lead, influence, and inspire others are essential.
• Proficient in the following areas: Windows operating systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access, as well as internet browsers and email platforms.
• Familiarity with donor databases, contact management systems, and tracking systems is also highly preferred.
• The ability and willingness to travel.
• A valid driver license and good driving record are essential.
• * Business expenses are reimbursed through a standard accounting system. The ability to pay for expenses using your own personal credit card or funds and have them reimbursed is essential.

Special Instructions To Applicants

To be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and three references. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. Work sponsorship is not available for this position. Health Assessment Required: No