1 Executive Director, Foundation and College Advancement Job in Elizabeth, NC
College Of The Albemarle is Hiring an Executive Director, Foundation and College Advancement Near Elizabeth, NC
About COA:
College of The Albemarle, located in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, is the state's first community college, founded in 1961. We strive to transform lives by inspiring and empowering individuals and communities of our seven-county service area. Through our four locations, we provide quality college transfer and career and technical education to residents in northeast North Carolina.
Description
The role of the Executive Director, Foundation and College Advancement, with guidance from the College President and Foundation Board of Directors, is to direct, coordinate, evaluate and improve the college's efforts related to fundraising for scholarships, capital and program needs, and other college support. In addition, the Executive Director, Foundation will work collaboratively with the President and other college staff to develop and mature effective community partnerships.
The Executive Director, Foundation and College Advancement is supervised by the President.
Examples of Duties
- Provides dynamic leadership, vision and strategic direction for the fundraising, alumni relations, external relations, events coordination for the College and the Foundation.
- Develops and executes a multi-platform business development plan, providing strong leadership in the cultivation of a robust fundraising strategy including leveraging gifts, corporate and foundation support, capital campaigns, leadership of the annual fund, events and planned giving components.
- Advocates for the seven county service area of the College and for developing innovative, entrepreneurial and strategic initiatives to support the teaching, learning and training needs, as well as, managing potential funding sources.
- Develops community relationships which will strengthen the annual giving campaign, endowments and major gifts which will strategically provide scholarships, unrestricted gifts and priority commitments that enhance teaching, learning, professional development and capital improvement projects.
- Plans, coordinates and executes the College's resource development activities including the COA CARES Fund, planned gifts, major gifts, capital campaigns and grant development; builds and maintains relations with donors and potential donors, coordinates stewardship responsibilities including timely acknowledgement of contributions and appropriate follow up with donors; maintains donor software system, the alumni database and foundation records; identifies (new) priorities, relationships, ways to enhance college investments and sources of funds for fundraising efforts.
- Works collaboratively with the President's Leadership Team of the College to meet institutional objectives and to develop broad campus-wide coordination and collaboration of educational and training opportunities for our students and our communities. The ideal candidate will be an entrepreneurial, creative, innovative, strategic thinker, with exceptional communication and leadership skills, who can motivate and mentor staff and engage others at the College as we Transform the Tomorrows of our students and the seven counties we serve in northeastern North Carolina.
- Organizes and coordinates a variety of college special events including, but not limited to, the following: Annual Events; Faculty/Staff Campaign; Alumni Events/Alumni Relations Materials; Direct Mail Campaign; Scholarship Luncheon; Faculty/Staff Awards Day; and Stewardship Functions.
- Develops departmental budgets for the Foundation; monitors expenses, manage fiscal reconciliations and the systematic evaluation of expenditures through assessment of outcomes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Three years professional work experience in fundraising, planned giving, managing a public relations function in a public sector or non-profit organization.
- Experience preparing and managing operational budgets.
- Demonstrated capabilities in using various computer software, including word processing and desktop publishing.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, business administration or related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Five years professional experience in managing a development, public relations functions in a public sector or non-profit organization.
- Experience with Raiser's Edge donor database.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Principles of institutional development and fundraising.
- Writing and reporting techniques.
- Managing donor database.
- Interact and communicate effectively with diverse constituencies.
- Make sound decisions.
- Demonstrate intellectual capabilities.
- Work with little direct supervision.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Manage personnel and work collaboratively.
- Represent the college in the service area.
College of The Albemarle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our region. In striving to create and sustain a welcoming learning community for all members, employment decisions shall be made without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, sex, disability, age or political affiliation.
Employment with College of The Albemarle is contingent upon the satisfactory results of background and reference checks.
College of The Albemarle does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Job Summary
Full Time
Retail
$119k-170k (estimate)
05/25/2024
07/24/2024
albemarle.edu
ELIZABETH CITY, NC
200 - 500
1960
DAMON FRAZIER
<$5M
Retail
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About College Of The Albemarle
At College of The Albemarle (COA), weve always been much more than campuses, classes, degrees and certificates. Our real passion is transformation: of our students as you achieve your dreams and of ourselves as we grow to better serve our communities. We all have a tremendous spark of possibility glowing within each of us. For many students, that light may feel hidden behind layers of doubt. At COA, youll find the support you need to break through and reach your full potential. Teachers, friends and mentors are here to help introduce you to a whole new world of possibilities. We know this beca...use weve heard the stories, witnessed the talent and shared in the success of our students time after time. COA is North Carolinas first community college, with four campuses across seven counties, excellent educational programs and a strong tradition in the Albemarle region. Above all, were a catalyst for transforming lives. Were here to tell our story and share how the transformational power of the COA experience can help you succeed. No matter your background, whatever your goals, at COA, youll transform your tomorrow. Welcome!
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