Development Director for Major Gifts

POSITION DETAILS

The Development Director for Major Gifts will report to the Assistant Vice President of Institutional Advancement and focus on frontline fundraising to secure major gifts for Hunter College. This role will manage a portfolio of approximately 125 individual donors capable of contributing between $10,000 and $100,000 and will emphasize targeted strategies, including the Mother's Day Campaign. The Senior Director will collaborate with the Major Gifts team and other stakeholders to enhance donor engagement and ensure effective stewardship.

• Manage and nurture a portfolio of approximately 125 individual donors and prospects, driving engagement through discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Lead efforts to solicit and secure major gifts primarily from individual donors and alumni.
• Design and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies that align with institutional goals, focusing on specific initiatives, including the Mother's Day Campaign.
• Cultivate collaboration with internal stakeholders to streamline campaign progress and resolve challenges effectively.
• Develop tailored donor cultivation and stewardship plans that recognize contributions and highlight the impact of gifts on institutional priorities.
• Ensure timely acknowledgment and communication with donors regarding their contributions and outcomes.
• Work with the Major Gifts team to share best practices and enhance fundraising strategies.
• Mentor junior fundraisers, providing guidance on cultivation techniques and stewardship practices.
• Monitor donor engagement and solicitation progress and evaluate campaign performance using CRM (Customer Relationship Management) tools, specifically Raisers Edge.
• Analyze individual performance metrics to ensure alignment with departmental fundraising goals.
• Plan and execute donor engagement events and receptions that support major gift strategies and foster strong relationships with donors.
• Serve as a liaison between donors and key institutional stakeholders, ensuring that donor interests align with institutional needs and priorities.
• Participate in regular meetings and joint strategy sessions with the Executive Director of Institutional Advancement to align efforts and foster a cohesive fundraising approach.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree and eight years' related experience required.
• Proven experience in major gifts fundraising, preferably in an educational or nonprofit environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to represent the institution effectively.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and fundraising software, particularly Raisers Edge.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and mentor junior staff.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Directs College's fundraising strategy and administration of fund-raising programs.

• Designs, implements and monitors comprehensive resource development program
• Responsible for meeting specific goals and targets
• Develops funding strategies; assesses outcome of strategic plan
• Oversees a portfolio of annual and major gift prospects to establish and sustain ongoing relations
• Maintains relationships with donors and sponsoring organizations to cultivate and maintain funding
• Ensures reporting requirements are completed in timely and accurate manner
• Manages professional and clerical staff
• Performs related duties as assigned

JOB TITLE Development Director

CUNY TITLE Higher Education Officer

FLSA Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience, within approved range $96,602-$115,330.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Direct link to apply here.

Applications must be submitted online by accessing the CUNY Portal on City University of New York job website www.cuny.edu/employment or https://cuny.jobs/ and following the CUNYfirst Job System Instructions.

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Please include:

• Cover Letter and/or Statement of scholarly interests
• Curriculum Vitae/ Resume
• Names and contact information of 3 references

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JOB ID 29607

LOCATION Hunter College

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

CLOSING DATE

The committee will begin reviewing complete applications on January 30, 2025. The search will remain open, and screening and review of applications will be ongoing-- until the position is filled. Applications submitted after the deadline will only be considered if the position(s) remain open after initial round.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer