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Associate Director Development

University of North Carolina Pembroke
Pembroke, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 2/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2025

Associate Director Development - 3368

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This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Position Details

Position Information

Division

Advancement

Department

Advancement Dept

Working Title

Associate Director Development - 3368

Vacancy Type

Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T / E Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field required. Five to seven years of relevant professional experience.

  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a dynamic, high-performing team
  • Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
  • Excellent written skills
  • Ability to travel occasionally. Some nights and weekends required.
  • Previous higher education and / or advancement experience preferred.
  • Experience with Blackbaud's Raisers Edge preferred.

Recruitment Range

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Position #

3368

FLSA Status

Exempt

Months per year

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

The Advancement Division engages alumni, friends, parents, students, community leaders, businesses, corporations and foundations to seek their philanthropic support of the university and its priorities. The Advancement Division builds relationships with each of these constituencies, provides ongoing stewardship of these relationships as well as prudent fiscal management of the contributions placed in its care.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Associate Director of Development will serve as a key member of the fundraising team, skillfully managing a portfolio of prospects to secure major and planned gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations.

Job Description

This position requires a strong skill set dedicated to identifying, qualifying, cultivating, and stewarding prospects and donors at the major gift level ($25,000 ) and higher. The Associate Director of Development works in partnership with the Deans and senior leadership of the University to secure major gifts in support of the University's strategic fundraising goals.

This position is expected to develop and manage a robust donor prospect portfolio to meet established goals. It would be beneficial for this person to have a solid working knowledge and previous experience in higher education and advancement. This position reports to the Vice Chancellor for Advancement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop meaningful, productive relationships with a portfolio of donors including alumni, friends, and parents to secure philanthropic funding for UNC Pembroke at all levels, including gifts of $25,000 or more.
  • Implement solicitation strategies for major gift donors as well as planned gift donors.
  • Work with a diverse group of faculty and staff leadership on the successful solicitation of grants and gifts from companies and foundations.
  • Partner with the Director of Alumni Affairs with identifying and managing alumni cultivation and engagement.
  • Identify and cultivate current and new prospects including graduates and other key constituencies.
  • Engage Deans, administrators, and faculty in cultivation and solicitation of prospects.
  • Plan and execute donor cultivation activities.
  • Maintain an active donor prospect visit meeting schedule and meet established goals for donor prospect management.
  • Manage a portfolio of 100 - 150 prospects.
  • Articulate UNCP's needs, values and mission through excellent informal and formal communications.
  • Draft compelling and persuasive proposals that meet the needs of the University while also targeting donors' passions.
  • Management Preference

    N / A

    Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation

    Posting Information

    Job Opening Date

    12 / 20 / 2024

    Job Closing Date

    Open Until Filled

    Posting Category

    Managerial / Non-Faculty Professional

    Posting Number

    EPA00986

    Quick Link to Posting

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

    UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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    How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

    Agency Referral

  • American Librarian Association (ALA)
  • Association of Fundraising Professionals
  • BlacksInHigherEd.com
  • Career Builder
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Cosida
  • CUPA HR
  • Disabled in Higher Ed
  • Disability Website (Other)
  • Educause
  • Glassdoor
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Indeed
  • Inside Higher Ed
  • Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
  • LinkedIn
  • Monster
  • NACUBO
  • NativeAmericansInHigherEd.com
  • Native Hire
  • NCAA Market
  • NC Works Online / One Stop Center
  • Newspaper
  • Personal Referral
  • Placement Exchange
  • SACUBO
  • Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
  • StudentAffairs.com
  • UNC Collaborative Website
  • UNC Pembroke Online Employment System
  • Veterans Advantage Jobs & Career Network
  • Veteran Website (Other)
  • VeteransInHigherEd.com
  • Vocational Rehab
  • Women in Higher Education
  • Website - Other
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