Director of Development, Regional

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a donor portfolio.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects, with a primary focus on individual donors.
• Manage these relationships strategically and conduct face-to-face visits to move solicitations toward a successful close.
• Develop fundraising strategy.
• Create and present major gift proposals.
• Use strategic tools and resources effectively.

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in fundraising or development within higher education, a nonprofit, or a comparable mission-driven and matrixed organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising or development within higher education, a nonprofit, or a comparable mission-driven and matrixed organization.
• A track record of closing major gifts, including five- and six-figure commitments from individual donors.
• Experience managing a portfolio of prospects through a full relationship cycle, from identification through stewardship.
• Familiarity with metrics-based fundraising and moves management, including activity and revenue goals.
• Comfort and experience working with a donor or constituent relationship management databases such as Blackbaud CRM, Salesforce, or Raisers Edge to track and advance relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and represent the university well in person.
• Experience working independently in a regional or remote capacity, away from a main campus or central office.

Skills

• Strategic planning and execution.
• Relationship building and management.
• Proposal writing and presentation.
• Prospect research and analysis.
• CRM proficiency.

Benefits

The University of Central Florida offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending, and employee assistance program. Employees also receive paid time off, retirement savings options, and employee discounts. UCF is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and provides programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Pay

$75,809.00 to Negotiable

Schedule

UCF business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Travel for regional efforts required.