HRI Director of Development

Job Title

HRI Director of Development

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Harte Research Institute

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Development to design and lead a comprehensive individual giving program.

This is a rare opportunity to build a program from the ground up and shape the future of philanthropic engagement at a leading marine research institute.

PURPOSE

The HRI Director of Development serves as the architect and strategic leader for HRI's current-use fundraising efforts and donor relations.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Program Leadership and Strategy (45%)

• Build and retain philanthropic support from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Develop and lead a motivated fund development team.
• Oversee the Benevon Model for Sustainable Funding.
• Assist with major gift fundraising initiatives.

Functional Area 2: Fundraising and Donor Relations (35%)

• Manage a portfolio of individual mid-level to major donors.
• Develop direct mail and digital fundraising appeals.
• Collaborate on marketing and donor communications.

Functional Area 3: Administration and Operations (20%)

• Develop and manage the development budget.
• Maximize use of Raiser's Edge donor database.
• Establish and track metrics.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in applicable field and ten (10) years of related experience, or Bachelor's degree and twelve (12) years.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 7 years in professional fundraising roles.
• Proven track record of securing major gifts.
• Experience implementing Benevon Model a plus.