Texas Wesleyan University
Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Development Director
Position Summary
The Development Director role calls for a dynamic and results-oriented fundraising professional to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic support to advance the University's mission.
Managing a portfolio of mid-to-major gift prospects ($10,000-$100,000), the Development Director plays a vital role in generating revenue through strategic engagement of alumni, parents, and friends. This position emphasizes relationship-building and donor-centric strategies to foster a more profound commitment to the institution. Reporting to the Executive Director of Individual Giving, the Development Director makes significant contributions to university priorities by securing support for scholarships, academic programs, and other key initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
» Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors through personal contact following annual performance metrics and goals.
» Manage a portfolio of donors ranging from $10,000 - $100,000, with personalized engagement and solicitation strategies.
» Conduct prospect research and collaborate closely with the advancement team to build a robust donor pipeline. Complete timely contact reports and maintain accurate prospect management records.
» Work closely with the Executive Director of Individual Giving to identify and transition high-potential donors into major gift portfolios. Collaborate with the alumni and annual giving teams to ensure continuity in donor engagement and retention.
» Assist in the strategy and execution of fundraising campaigns, including capital campaigns, planned giving efforts, and restricted fund initiatives.
» Coordinate and participate in donor engagement activities, such as special events, stewardship meetings, and recognition programs, to cultivate or solicit donors. Some activities are held on weekends, evenings, and out of town.
» Partner with faculty, deans, and university leadership to align fundraising efforts with institutional needs.
» Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Individual Giving and/or Vice President of Advancement.
Education, Certifications and/or Licenses
» Bachelor's degree required. 3-5 years of experience. Preferred experience in higher education.
Experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
» Proven ability to solicit and secure gifts in the $10,000+ range. » Ability to build productive, beneficial relationships with key constituencies. » Ability to adhere to University and divisional policies and procedures. » Excellent relationship-building skills and experience in donor cultivation and stewardship. » Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented advancement office. » Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and public speaking. » Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public. » Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. » Ability to plan and implement programs. » Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. » Willingness to travel regionally across the DFW metroplex and work occasional evenings and weekends for donor engagement. » Commitment to integrity, discretion, and donor confidentiality
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2016AS1002P
Posting Open Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Posting Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply directly at the link below:
https://www.coopercoleman.com/current-searches
Position Information
Job Title Development Director
Position Summary
The Development Director role calls for a dynamic and results-oriented fundraising professional to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic support to advance the University's mission.
Managing a portfolio of mid-to-major gift prospects ($10,000-$100,000), the Development Director plays a vital role in generating revenue through strategic engagement of alumni, parents, and friends. This position emphasizes relationship-building and donor-centric strategies to foster a more profound commitment to the institution. Reporting to the Executive Director of Individual Giving, the Development Director makes significant contributions to university priorities by securing support for scholarships, academic programs, and other key initiatives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
» Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors through personal contact following annual performance metrics and goals.
» Manage a portfolio of donors ranging from $10,000 - $100,000, with personalized engagement and solicitation strategies.
» Conduct prospect research and collaborate closely with the advancement team to build a robust donor pipeline. Complete timely contact reports and maintain accurate prospect management records.
» Work closely with the Executive Director of Individual Giving to identify and transition high-potential donors into major gift portfolios. Collaborate with the alumni and annual giving teams to ensure continuity in donor engagement and retention.
» Assist in the strategy and execution of fundraising campaigns, including capital campaigns, planned giving efforts, and restricted fund initiatives.
» Coordinate and participate in donor engagement activities, such as special events, stewardship meetings, and recognition programs, to cultivate or solicit donors. Some activities are held on weekends, evenings, and out of town.
» Partner with faculty, deans, and university leadership to align fundraising efforts with institutional needs.
» Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Individual Giving and/or Vice President of Advancement.
Education, Certifications and/or Licenses
» Bachelor's degree required. 3-5 years of experience. Preferred experience in higher education.
Experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
» Proven ability to solicit and secure gifts in the $10,000+ range. » Ability to build productive, beneficial relationships with key constituencies. » Ability to adhere to University and divisional policies and procedures. » Excellent relationship-building skills and experience in donor cultivation and stewardship. » Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented advancement office. » Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing and public speaking. » Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public. » Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. » Ability to plan and implement programs. » Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. » Willingness to travel regionally across the DFW metroplex and work occasional evenings and weekends for donor engagement. » Commitment to integrity, discretion, and donor confidentiality
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number 2016AS1002P
Posting Open Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Posting Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply directly at the link below:
https://www.coopercoleman.com/current-searches