Associate Director of Philanthropy
Job Description
Posting Number
PG193627EPInternal Recruitment
NoWorking Title
Associate Director of PhilanthropyAnticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience and educationWork Schedule
M-F 8-5 with other hours as neededJob Location
Raleigh, NCDepartment
College of DesignAbout the Department
North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 to create economic, societal, and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 37,000 high-performing students, 9,000 preeminent faculty and staff, and 260,000 alumni. NC State is a research-extensive university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. We’re also at the forefront of teaching and research in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles, and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive, and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.
The mission of University Advancement is to secure support for NC State University in terms of dollars, service, and engagement by delivering an integrated program of development, alumni relations, communications and marketing, and advancement services. Our objective is to build deep and long-term relationships with alumni and other stakeholders, and partners that will ensure increased support for NC State in the future.
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 Design annual fundraising goals. This position works both independently and in conjunction with the College of Design 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.
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 – $99,999 to the college
- 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 at college and university-wide donor events.
Other Responsibilities
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
- Attend a variety of events throughout the year.
- Regular travel and occasional night and weekend work is required.
Minimum Education and Experience
Requires a relevant post-baccalaureate degree with a minimum of three (3) years or greater of related professional experience, or a relevant undergraduate degree, and a minimum of five (5) years or greater of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree. Salary commensurate with experience and education.
Other 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
- Experience in higher education institutional advancement
- An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university environment
- Familiarity with NC State University
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
- A valid North Carolina Driver’s License is required within 60 days of start date. Must be maintained as a condition of employment. Regular local travel and some regional/out-of-state travel is required for this position.
Valid NC Driver's License required
YesCommercial Driver's License required
NoJob Open Date
08/28/2024Anticipated Close Date
open until filledSpecial Instructions to Applicants
Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Number
00061243Position Type
SAAO Tier IIFull Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0Appointment
12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID
120101 - College of DesignAA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
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.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
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