Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. designs and implements a college/university fundraising program in the area of special and deferred gifts. Devises and executes plans to qualify, contact, and cultivate potential new donors. Being a Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a department/division. The Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Major Gift Director - Higher Ed. typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Job Summary
Develops charitable support for the University through the USM Foundation. Identifies prospects, cultivates, solicits, and stewards donors to raise major gifts of $25,000 or more in support of University objectives. Meets defined visit and solicitation goals and works closely with the Chief Development Officer, deans, faculty, staff, volunteers and other key stakeholders to achieve those goals. Works autonomously towards goals set in consultation with supervisors.
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