Executive Director of Development

About the Company

Accomplished private Methodist university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1923

Employees
201-500

Categories

• Education
• Best Colleges
• Best Liberal Arts
• Best Majors
• Changing Lives
• Christian Colleges
• McMurry Abilene Texas
• McMurry College
• McMurry University
• McMurry is A Leading Liberal Arts University
• Methodist University
• Services
• Student Success
• Students are Encouraged to Participate
• Training
• Universities in Texas

Specialties

• Education
• Professional Career Training
• Teaching Certification
• School of Business
• Kinesiology
• Psychology
• Business
• Nursing
• Biology
• International Students
• Higher Education
• and Online Undergraduate

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Development to join their Institutional Advancement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of major and planned gift donors, including alumni, parents, friends, and key stakeholders of the institution. This role involves leading all aspects of the Moves Management process, initiating and developing relationships with potential donors, and creating solicitation strategies. The Executive Director will also be the lead manager for a comprehensive campaign, setting an example for the development staff, and ensuring that all efforts align with the goals of the Advancement Division.Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in major gifts, planned giving, and annual giving, with a preference for those who have worked in a higher education setting. The role requires the ability to integrate the Development Office into the Advancement Division, lead and inspire staff, and work collaboratively with the college president, vice president, and other institutional leaders. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of best practices in development, the ability to create comprehensive solicitation frameworks, and experience in promoting strategic fundraising priorities. A Master's degree and a proven track record of success in a similar role are also desirable.

Hiring Manager Title
Vice President for Institutional Advancement

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• CEO/President
• Non-Profit Management
• Strategy
• General Management
• Operations