Reports to the Executive Director of Development and Engagement, School of Nursing, the Director of Development plays an integral role in the philanthropic and outreach efforts of the IU School of Nursing Bloomington, Columbus, Fort Wayne, and Indianapolis Campuses.
In concert with the Executive Director of Development and Engagement, the Director of Development carries out the strategic direction for a coordinated development program that includes leadership, major, and planned gifts with emphasis on major gift fundraising.
Collaborates closely with the school's internal resources and IU Foundation services to ensure a comprehensive and donor-centered advancement program.
Responsible for identification of potential leadership, major, planned and/or gifts donors, cultivation of relationships, and execution of fundraising strategy for leadership and major gifts prospects.
Cultivates relationships with lifelong or long-term donors to secure end-of-life legacy bequests to various fundraising needs at the School of Nursing and secures large-sum donations for various campaigns on a recurring or 1-time basis.
Works with the Executive Director of Development and Engagement, the Director of Development will maximize private, charitable support for the school and generate the momentum to reach the philanthropic and programmatic goals for the school and its constituents. and drives innovation and excellence within the areas of leadership, major, and planned giving.
General Responsibilities
Identifies new prospects, cultivates relationships, and manages a portfolio and/or region of donors building a pipeline for solicitation.
Executes plans and designs campaigns to sustain and increase donations.
Collaborates with development colleagues university-wide to align prospects/donors' interests with university funding needs and opportunities.
Maintains meaningful and consistent contact with potential donors to communicate university goals and solicit their support.
Introduces campus/school fundraisers to appropriate gift prospects for cultivation.
Documents communications, analyzes data, evaluates success and makes recommendations for change to campaign strategy.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years experience in fundraising/development, sales, communications, public relations, a higher education foundation, or related field
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Ability to build strong customer relationships
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Preferred
Experience related to successfully executing fundraising campaigns including working with organization leadership and preparing gift proposals
Success developing authentic relationships with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders
Knowledge of fundraising with a general knowledge of marketing, and communications as well as demonstrated skills in leadership, major, and planned gift solicitation and experience with gift prospect management systems
Ability to handle multiple demands and/or manage complex and competing priorities
Experience delegating to support staff and interacting with academic and administrative leaders
Maintain a high degree of professionalism
Possess an ability to work comfortably within an academic environment that possesses many competing interests, priorities, and opinions
An understanding of the importance of, and demonstrated success in promoting diversity, equity and inclusion among staff, donors and volunteers
Commitment to fostering collaboration across advancement disciplines
Apply critical thinking to analyze and interpret information and/or data
Use discretion and maintain privacy, confidentiality or anonymity
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills (able to tailor communications to multiple audiences such as school leadership and major donors). Precision, timeliness, clarity, and accuracy in written communication are vital
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
This is a core position and could be based on the Bloomington, or Indianapolis campus.
Advertised Salary
Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Career
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Development & Advancement
Job Family: General Development
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