Executive Director of Development

Executive Director of Development About the Company Pioneering local higher education institution IndustryFund-Raising TypeNon Profit Founded1936 Employees201-500 About the Role The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Development to set the strategic direction for a comprehensive fundraising and advancement program. The role leads major and principal gifts, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, planned giving, alumni engagement, and stewardship. The successful candidate will build relationships with donors and community partners, connect their interests to institutional priorities, and advance support for student scholarships, fellowships, and experiential learning. The position also involves partnering with academic leaders, engaging faculty and other stakeholders, and guiding a development team through a complex, collaborative environment. Candidates should have at least seven years of fundraising or relevant experience in a complex organization, including demonstrated success in major gift development; supervisory experience is strongly preferred. A bachelor’s degree is required, and an advanced degree is highly preferred. Applicants should bring experience planning and executing large fundraising campaigns, preparing complex gift proposals, and leading development professionals. Strong analytical, strategic planning, communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to manage competing priorities with discretion. Hiring Manager TitleAssociate Vice President of Development Functions Business DevelopmentNon-Profit Management