As one of only 34 U.S. public research institutions in the Association for American Universities (AAU), the University of Colorado Boulder is all about realizing the positive impacts of new knowledge.
From offering dozens of exciting programs in a range of academic fields, to serving as one of the world’s most dynamic research and innovation hubs, to working closely through hundreds of public outreach efforts with communities across Colorado and the world, we take pride in helping our students, faculty, staff and partners turn new ideas into productive outcomes that change lives.
The Leeds School and Office of Advancement at the University of Colorado Boulder invite applications for an Assistant Director of Development. This position is a primary front-line development officer responsible for successfully engaging constituents and soliciting their philanthropic support in a way that is both exceptionally donor centered and that impacts the strategic vision of the Leeds School. This role requires a minimum of 2 years front line face-to-face fundraising, sales, public relations, or transferable relationship management experience, preferably in a University setting. The assistant director will be focused on growing an existing portfolio of relationships capable of making commitments of $25,000 and higher. This position typically handles early and mid-level, moderately complex donor and prospective donor relationships, with the intent of cultivating, sustaining and increasing their engagement and investment. Significant discovery and qualification opportunities exist, and should be an important and expected part of this role.
Who We AreÂ
- Work to cultivate existing and new donor relationships with the intent of sustaining and increasing donor engagement and support.
- Develop and manages a portfolio of prospects capable of making significant gifts in order to secure gift commitments (at least $25k). Aggressively strive to meet and exceed measurable targets for each fiscal year (e.g., personal visits, stewardship activities, solicitations).
- Build solid working relationships with Leeds School faculty, staff and other key personnel to achieve successful fundraising; nurtures culture of philanthropic support. Work to further the goals of the Leeds School by effectively motivating and engaging volunteers, as appropriate.Â
- Work daily to ensure timely, accurate completion of proposals, pledges and fund agreements. Documents prospect strategies and contact reports, evaluates new prospects and generates stewardship reports and general correspondence daily to cultivate major gift prospects.
- Represent the Leeds School and Advancement at University events in order to support the University and cultivate donors.
- A daily commitment to collaboration, innovation and excellence.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
What We RequireÂ
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of fundraising, sales, or public relations experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
What We Would Like You To Have
- Experience in higher education or nonprofit work. Â
To view the entire job ad and to apply to this posting, please visit our jobs website at: https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Director-of-Development/19939?Â
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