What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Development Director position at University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation?
About University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation
The University of Massachusetts Amherst Foundation (UMAF) is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising philanthropic funds in support of the University of Massachusetts Amherst's mission and highest aspirations.
As a key member of the development team, you will play a crucial role in qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts from constituents. Your primary focus will be on managing a prospect pool of 100 individual prospective donors capable of making significant contributions to the Isenberg School of Management (ISOM).
Key Responsibilities:
- Build and manage an appropriate portfolio of donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more to the school.
- Develop and carry out effective strategies for qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors.
- Work closely with the Chief Development Officer to create opportunities for increased philanthropic support from constituents.
- Attend on and off campus alumni events and engagements where assigned prospects are present.
- Promote university priorities and image to constituents while maintaining current knowledge of institutional priorities.
- Steward assigned donors through ongoing communications, recognition activities, invitations to key events, and interaction with beneficiaries of their support.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum of three years of relevant experience in a development program, preferably within an educational institution.
- Demonstrated understanding of the principles and practices of philanthropy, particularly in higher education and/or institutionally related foundations.
- Ability to inspire, generate excitement, shared purpose, and action; excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), while also being a good listener.
- Champions a diverse culture where opinions are welcomed and valued and the ability to effectively work and interact respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment.
- Ability to engage and effectively communicate with diverse audiences, including prospects, donors, executives, volunteer stakeholders, etc.
- Ability to problem solve, adapt to change, and successfully manage multiple projects from start to finish.
Salary : $25,000
