Director of Development, Institutional Engagement at New York University in New York, New York

Job Description:

Director of Development, Institutional Engagement

US-NY-New York

Job ID: 2024-13356
Type: University Development and Alumni Relations (WS1006)
# of Openings: 1
Category: Development/Sponsored Research/Grant Writing
New York University

Overview

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.

The Director of Development (DoD), will develop and execute successful fundraising strategies for a portfolio of high institutional prospects who have the capacity to make $1M - $5M gifts. Responsible for raising 6-7 figures annually and maintain a balanced portfolio dedicated to qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Maintain a discovery prospect pool with an emphasis on qualification that leads to a portfolio of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Complete a minimum of 60 engagements and/or meetings in-person or virtually. Will involve travel occasionally as University policy allows and is reasonably justified towards building relationships and developing philanthropy.

UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:
Master's Degree or completion of a fundraising certificate program

Required Experience:
7+ years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of fundraising experience and education

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to take initiative and collaborate with others

Working knowledge of various software applications

Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite

Ability to travel nationally

The DoD is considered to have the experience to develop and manage volunteer and donor engagement strategies to enhance the fundraising team's success

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Strong verbal and written communications skills, intellectual curiosity and interest about topics related to the University's funding priorities, engaging conversationalist, active listener, ability to demonstrate empathy

Qualifications

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $120,000.00 to USD $160,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

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Salary: 120000.00

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Salary:

$120,000.00

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