Senior Director of Advancement, College of Nursing

Position Functions/Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership of the college’s advancement efforts
• Lead the goal setting, planning, and supervision of the Advancement team
• Manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors, focusing on gifts of $50,000+
• Build relationships and maintain a healthy pipeline of donors, alumni, and volunteers
• Travel to visit the Dean and other academic leaders to maximize fundraising potential
• Ensure proper and thorough data entry into UTFI’s CRM system
• Serve as a key partner throughout the College and Division of Advancement, including Planned Giving, Regional, and Corporate fundraisers

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in higher education advancement, preferably in a college or university setting
• A proven track record of successfully managing and growing a donor portfolio
• Experience in developing and implementing fundraising strategies
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, and volunteers
• Proven ability to manage a team and delegate responsibilities effectively
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge of CRM systems and database management

Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree and possess:

• A master’s degree in a related field preferred
• Experience in higher education fundraising and development
• Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising principles and practices
• Experience working with a variety of donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations
• Experience in grant writing and proposal development

Skills

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

The Senior Director of Advancement at the College of Nursing will enjoy:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization

Pay

Salary range: $120,000 - $140,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work as needed