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Director of Development
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University of Central Florida .
Advancement & Partnerships
– Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy. Together, we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.
The Opportunity The Director of Development for the College of Nursing is responsible for securing major gifts of $25,000+ by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding alumni, parents, friends, and community partners. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing the college’s priorities and UCF's mission by building meaningful relationships with current and prospective donors.
The Director will independently manage a portfolio of major gift donors, develop and implement fundraising strategies, and partner with the Dean, faculty, and leadership to drive philanthropic growth for the College of Nursing. This includes on-boarding the new Dean to Advancement work, introducing them to top donors, and helping create a fundraising focused vision and strategy for the Dean's Advisory Board.
Classification Title: Development Director I
This is a reposted position. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects/donors, with a focus on individuals, through discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Design and implement fundraising strategies that support the needs and priorities of the College of Nursing and UCF.
Conduct face-to-face visits and develop donor-centered proposals to secure major gifts.
Collaborate with the Dean and Advancement leadership to expand the fundraising pipeline and strengthen engagement of advisory board members.
Ensure effective use of prospect management tools, research, contact reports, and the Apollo database.
Acknowledge and recognize gifts in ways that are meaningful to donors and aligned with UCF’s mission and values.
Maintain best practices in office systems, records, acknowledgments, and stewardship activities.
Perform related duties as required to advance the College of Nursing’s fundraising success.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated success in major gift fundraising, with a track record of securing gifts of $25,000+, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting.
Experience working within academic health, healthcare, or College of Medicine/Nursing environments.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, complex organization with multiple stakeholders.
Proven ability to build and manage donor relationships, including advisory boards and volunteer leadership groups.
Proficiency with donor databases (such as Blackbaud CRM, Raiser’s Edge, or equivalent), Microsoft Office Suite, and fundraising tools.
Qualities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling proposals and presentations.
Strategic thinker with excellent organizational skills, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
A collaborative, collegial approach with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and with academic leadership.
Benefits
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Salary and Compensation Expected salary range: $75,809.00 to Negotiable.
Work Schedule UCF business hours are Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.
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Director of Development
role at
University of Central Florida .
Advancement & Partnerships
– Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy. Together, we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.
The Opportunity The Director of Development for the College of Nursing is responsible for securing major gifts of $25,000+ by cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding alumni, parents, friends, and community partners. This position plays a pivotal role in advancing the college’s priorities and UCF's mission by building meaningful relationships with current and prospective donors.
The Director will independently manage a portfolio of major gift donors, develop and implement fundraising strategies, and partner with the Dean, faculty, and leadership to drive philanthropic growth for the College of Nursing. This includes on-boarding the new Dean to Advancement work, introducing them to top donors, and helping create a fundraising focused vision and strategy for the Dean's Advisory Board.
Classification Title: Development Director I
This is a reposted position. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.
Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects/donors, with a focus on individuals, through discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Design and implement fundraising strategies that support the needs and priorities of the College of Nursing and UCF.
Conduct face-to-face visits and develop donor-centered proposals to secure major gifts.
Collaborate with the Dean and Advancement leadership to expand the fundraising pipeline and strengthen engagement of advisory board members.
Ensure effective use of prospect management tools, research, contact reports, and the Apollo database.
Acknowledge and recognize gifts in ways that are meaningful to donors and aligned with UCF’s mission and values.
Maintain best practices in office systems, records, acknowledgments, and stewardship activities.
Perform related duties as required to advance the College of Nursing’s fundraising success.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated success in major gift fundraising, with a track record of securing gifts of $25,000+, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting.
Experience working within academic health, healthcare, or College of Medicine/Nursing environments.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, complex organization with multiple stakeholders.
Proven ability to build and manage donor relationships, including advisory boards and volunteer leadership groups.
Proficiency with donor databases (such as Blackbaud CRM, Raiser’s Edge, or equivalent), Microsoft Office Suite, and fundraising tools.
Qualities
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create compelling proposals and presentations.
Strategic thinker with excellent organizational skills, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
A collaborative, collegial approach with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and with academic leadership.
Benefits
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
Salary and Compensation Expected salary range: $75,809.00 to Negotiable.
Work Schedule UCF business hours are Monday-Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm.
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.
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