Director of Development for Vision - Confidential : Job Details

About the Company

Well-established fundraising organization

Industry

Fund-Raising

Type

Privately Held

Founded

1956

Employees

201-500

Categories

• Fundraising
• Grantmaking
• Advocacy Group

Specialties

• fundraising and alumni
• fundraising
• alumni
• philanthropy
• and higher education

About the Role

The Company is looking for a passionate and driven Director of Development for Vision to spearhead strategic fundraising initiatives for the Department of Ophthalmology and the Institute for Vision Research. In this impactful role, you will forge and nurture strong relationships with major gift prospects, enabling transformative donations that help achieve our mission. We seek a seasoned professional with a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 7 years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit, or higher education settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects.
• Cultivate lasting donor relationships and strategically solicit gifts to meet annual fundraising goals.
• Collaborate with campus leaders to devise and implement donor-centric strategies.
• Conduct outreach efforts to secure meetings and maintain the integrity of the donor database.
• Oversee stewardship activities, strategic planning, and program leadership.

To excel in this role, you should have a proven track record of achieving fundraising success, outstanding team management skills, and an inspiring leadership style that empowers colleagues. Commitment to transparent communication and alignment with the mission and values of the organization is essential. Join us in making a difference!

Hiring Manager Title Associate Vice President, Health Sciences Development

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

• Non-Profit Management
• Education/Academic Administration