Job ID: 271123 Location: Statesboro, Georgia;Georgia Southern - Savannah Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular
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Location
Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA
or
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Office of University Advancement
Job Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the Director serves as key member of the Office of University Advancement directing and managing the planning and implementation of comprehensive fundraising programs. The Director of Development raises major and planned gifts from private sources in support of the Colleges current operations, endowments, and other approved projects and capital priorities and works in close cooperation with University's Central Advancement office, dean(s), center directors, senior administration, faculty, and staff.
Responsibilities
In support of the dean(s), outlines goals and strategic objectives for College fundraising program
Works in consideration of identified officer Performance Benchmarks and approved College priorities
Serves as primary staff for rated and assigned individuals and corporate/foundation prospects of $25K or more
Builds, manages and implements strategies for a portfolio of approximately 130 major gifts prospects
Targets major gift solicitation, generally within a 6-18 month timeframe
Serves as primary Advancement staff to Colleges leadership boards, as appropriate
Develops and implements strategies to conduct discovery, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship moves
Conducts face-to-face contact with assigned prospects and donors
Attends monthly and quarterly advancement staff meetings, DOD meetings, monthly one-on-one meetings with supervisor, key meetings of dean(s)
Manages volunteers for prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
Develops individual prospects and cultivation plans, working closely with dean(s), department heads, key donors, program and center directors, and faculty as well as appropriate Advancement leadership, prospect research team members, other DODs, and central Advancement staff
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
Four (4) or more years of related work experience
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience
Higher education fundraising experience
Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge & NXT
Proposed Salary
$71,500 - $92,900
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.
Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to promote and incorporate into daily work mission the priorities of College and University
Ability to present articulate and complex information in clear and compelling manner
Ability to motivate volunteers and donors
Ability to foster a productive team environment between Office of Advancement and College
Ability to provide budget analysis and projections and communicate budgetary details and complex facts
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
Broad knowledge of principals of fundraising
Demonstrated understanding of concepts and attitude of teamwork in a complex organization
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills
Excellent time management skills
Proven fundraising territory management skills
Apply Before Date
May 10, 2024
Application review may begin on April 29, 2024
Contact Information
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Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.
Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.
Proof of valid driver's license upon hire and throughout employment
Equal Employment Opportunity
Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.
Other Information
Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
Work generally performed in office environment
Workweek often extends beyond 40 hours
Evening and weekend work may be required
Travel extensively, regionally and nationally
Ability to drive University vehicles
Background Check
Position of Trust + Education & Credit
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