Director of Development, Wilkes Honors College
Florida Atlantic University

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Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director of Development, Wilkes Honors College - Jupiter, FL.

Summary of responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement comprehensive cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for individual major and principal gift prospects assigned. Work both independently and in concert with Institutional Advancement colleagues to implement strategies leading to direct solicitation of gifts of $100,000 and more.

• Build a strong pipeline of alumni and other prospects to expand the portfolio of qualified prospects for gifts of $100,000 and more.

• Develop solicitation and closure strategies of major gifts aligned with the Wilkes Honors College and University fundraising priorities and campaigns, measured against the attainment of personal metrics associated with the position.

• Collaborate with the Dean, department chairs, and faculty to identify funding priorities, assess relevance and feasibility for proposed project/priority, and develop and manage comprehensive strategies to secure gifts for selected priorities.

• Devise individualized involvement/engagement strategies for all prospects using an approach that ensures that most highly-rated prospects receive the most attention.

• Partner with Institutional Advancement's Gift Planning Office to devise an overall strategy for cultivating, soliciting and stewarding planned gift donors.

• In concert with Institutional Advancement colleagues, oversee the preparation of necessary materials including concept papers, funding proposals, briefings for FAU leadership and board members when necessary, and scheduled stewardship reports, for all assigned prospects.

• Identify prospects to participate on boards, committees, or other programs that promote the cultivation process.

• Partner with the Donor Relations Office to ensure appropriate stewardship is provided to donors on existing endowment and current-use funds.

• Facilitate effective communication between the Wilkes Honors College and the division of Institutional Advancement.

• Respond quickly and effectively to strategic opportunities for increased prospect engagement.

• Participate in signature events at the University and in the community that provide opportunities for strategic engagement with prospects and donors.

• Participate in college development events and community outreach including but not limited to; scholarship events, sponsorships, annual fund campaigns, symposiums, webinars, donor receptions and ceremonies.

• Craft briefings, talking points, and other communication pieces for the Dean and College's executive leadership team.

• Manage the development/fundraising function of the Wilkes Honors College Advisory Board, act as a liaison to the boards and to the Office of Advancement on policies, procedures, and approvals.

• In conjunction with the College's scholarship office, oversee that all donor outcomes related to scholarships such as thank you notes, event attendance and in-person visits, are executed in a timely manner.

• Passion and willingness to be out in the community, acting as a college ambassador to raise awareness and philanthropic interest for the Wilkes Honors College.

Minimum Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience required.

Experience in major gift fundraising experience is required.

Able to demonstrate measurable success in closing major gifts ($100,000 or more) from individual donors including alumni and friends, and/or institutional donors such as foundations and corporations.

Proficiency in using standard computer applications, including word-processing, spreadsheet, CRM software, calendaring, email and online applications, and a working knowledge of social media.

Raiser's Edge experience preferred.Salary:$125,000 - $140,000 per yearCollege or Department:Institutional AdvancementLocation:John D. MacArthur Campus - JupiterWork Days and Hours:Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. with additional times as neededApplication Deadline: 2022-07-06-07:00Special Instructions to Applicant: Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Successful completion of a background check, which may include a motor vehicle check, credit check, fingerprinting or additional screening, is required for the selected candidate prior to the start date.

A resume and a cover letter are required for this position. Make sure to attach these required documents in the Attachments section of the application. Any missing required documents may result in disqualification.

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