Director of Fund Development

Position Summary :

The Director of Fund Development supervises the day-to-day function of the fund development and alumni engagement team. This person collaborates with the Vice President of Advancement to provide strategic, functional, and effective leadership toward the development and implementation of a comprehensive fund development plan that meets or exceeds Mount Mary's budget requirements on an annual basis. Functions of this role includes fundraising, alumni engagement, donor stewardship, relationship management, developing cases for support, alumni communication, special projects and staff management. Fundraising efforts include major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving and special events. This position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, strong leadership and management experience, and a deep commitment to Mount Mary's mission and values.

Responsibilities : Fundraising (60%)

• Develops, establishes and implements the infrastructure needed to grow contributions to the University through the solicitation of annual gifts, special events, and corporate and foundation support.
• Identifies, develops, solicits, cultivates and stewards key relationships with donors and prospects.
• Expands and diversifies donor base / pipeline and works closely with other team members to secure funding for existing and new initiatives.
• Develops and executes annual fundraising strategy.
• Coordinates and manages special campaigns.
• Monitors and reports regularly on the progress of the fund development results and strategy.
• Manages capital campaigns, engaging and overseeing capital campaign firms as necessary.
• Works collaboratively with other departments including finance and marketing.
• Supports university fundraising events and solicitations.
• Collaborates and supports the Vice President in strategic planning of programs and new initiatives.
• Recruits volunteers to assist with fundraising activities.

Leadership and Management Responsibilities (40%)

Education and Qualifications

Working Conditions

Mount Mary University welcomes and encourages applications from qualified candidates and all will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other groups protected by law. Mount Mary seeks to hire and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its mission, vision, and values.