Associate Director of Philanthropy

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category: Development and Fundraising

Type: Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Reporting to the Executive Director of Philanthropy, the Associate Director of Philanthropy will help manage fundraising activities and support the achievement of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences' (CHASS) annual fundraising goals. This position works both independently and in conjunction with the CHASS advancement team and Executive Director for Philanthropy to build a pipeline of prospects and donors. The Associate Director of Philanthropy will collaborate closely with NC State advancement staff and volunteers in identifying, qualifying, and developing relationships with alumni and donors to solicit and secure private philanthropic support for the college.

Other Work/Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Through strategic identification, qualification, and cultivation, build and manage a pipeline and portfolio of individual prospects with the capacity and inclination to make current use gifts of $25,000-$100,000 to the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
• Consistently meet individual discovery, contact and fundraising goals including monthly meetings and participation in annual solicitations; document all development activities in a timely manner.
• Focus on creating a new portfolio of donors by managing and moving efficiently through the discovery and qualification process.
• Assist the college's Executive Director in developing and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and recognition, ensuring that prospects are advanced through the pipeline in a thoughtful and deliberate manner.
• Coordinate and host campus visits by donors, and participate in donor recognition.
• Develop strategic relationships among faculty, alumni, friends, and campus colleagues that result in effective partnerships and increased philanthropic funding.
• Represent CHASS at college and university-wide donor events.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of three (3) years or greater of relevant experience in institutional advancement or related field such as sales, wealth management, or alumni relations.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and ethics of fundraising
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills
• Proven experience with cold calling, negotiating, and closing business deals / gifts Ability to build trust-based, respectful and effective relationships in a large, complex organization
• Commitment to a collegial and collaborative team approach to fundraising
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail; ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
• Self-motivated and self-starting
• Unquestioned integrity
• Optimism, perseverance, and a positive attitude
• Computer literacy and competency

Preferred Qualifications:

• Personal belief in mission, goals, and objectives of public higher education, particularly as they relate to the humanities and social sciences
• Experience in higher education institutional advancement
• An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university environment

Required License or Certification:

• A valid North Carolina Driver's License (NCDL) is required or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of the start date. NCDL must be maintained as a condition of employment.

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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