Director of Major Gifts, Seton Hall University
- Employer
- Seton Hall University
- Location
- New Jersey, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Closing date
- Aug 31, 2022
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Capital Campaigns, Major Gifts
- Fields
- Education
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for creating a climate conducive to giving by developing and securing gifts (outright and pledged) of $25,000+ for assigned schools and colleges, special programs and projects, and new initiatives and campaigns. This includes managing a portfolio of 100-125, and identifying prospects to determine their potential as donors through strategic cultivation and well-tried solicitations in the tri-state area and other related regions as assigned. Closing and stewarding gifts for assigned prospects is also critical to the role. The Director of Major Gifts may also serve as UA/Development staff liaison to assigned volunteer groups, providing to them high-quality fundraising counsel, guidance and assistance.
Two positions are available See Requisition 495272 or Requisition 495293
Requirements
BA plus 3-5 years in advancement or a related field, preferably
in higher education and be passionate about building relationships
with donors, alumni, parents and friends. The Director, Major Gifts
will have track record that demonstrates solid fundraising results
and demonstrated success soliciting and closing major gifts and
have demonstrated success in working closely with a Dean or senior
leader of an organization, as well as experience working with
groups comprising prominent corporate and community volunteers and
alumni.
Valid driver's license and access to reliable auto for travel
related to position accountabilities
The successful candidate for this role will be intellectually
curious, possess a passion for the value of Catholic higher
education, and be able to translate the priorities of faculty and
academic leadership into a compelling philanthropic vision. The
successful candidate must also be able to balance collaboration
with the team with expectations as an individual fundraising
contributor. Other key competencies of the successful candidate for
this position include:
• Excellence in written and verbal communication
• Social intelligence and cultural awareness
• Emotional and interpersonal intelligence
• Ability to learn and adapt to new concepts/ideas
• Inclusiveness and a commitment to inclusion
• Integrity and ethical decision-making
• An understanding of conflict and change management
• Patience balanced with persistence
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