Associate Director of Development - Alumni Communications, & Athletics Liaison - Franklin Pierce University : Job Details

The Director of Development plays a pivotal role in cultivating philanthropic support and enhancing alumni/donor engagement. This multifaceted frontline fundraising position combines advancement expertise with strategic marketing and communications, event planning, and athletic stewardship/campaign collaboration. The ideal candidate is a dynamic communicator and relationship-builder who thrives in a mission-driven environment. Key Responsibilities. Fundraising & Donor Relations. To Develop and implement fundraising strategies that engage alumni, parents, and friends of the university. Manage a portfolio of 50-70 key prospects, actively engaging them, advancing them through solicitation stages. Cultivate and steward relationships with major gift prospects, annual fund donors, and corporate sponsors. Collaborate with the athletics department to identify fundraising priorities and secure support for athletic programs and facilities. Prepare compelling proposals, donor reports, and motivat...Director, Athletic, Communication, Development, Associate, Liaison, Business Services