Director of Development

Develop and execute strategies to build a portfolio and manage a pipeline of 75-100 major and principal gift prospects with the capacity to make gifts of $50,000 or more annually. This includes plans that involve the effective stewardship of major and principal gift donors. Complete a minimum of 125 face-to-face or virtual visits annually to cultivate and solicit major and principal gifts from a portfolio of prospects and donors. Collaborate with senior administrators, deans, faculty, and volunteers to develop ideas that translate the University's fundraising priorities into gift proposals and to align them with the investment of major and principal gift prospects.  Utilize CRM database and related donor and alumni management databases to gather, record and properly store information about prospects and donors. Attend local fundraising events and association meetings to raise the public profile of Barry University and expand its network of capable prospects, as well as community partnerships. FL Driver’s License required Ensure a high level of stewardship for assigned individual, corporate and foundation donors, including, but not limited to, the submission of timely mid- and year-end reports and financials as appropriate, and maintaining detailed records of solicitation activities.

Additional Information: Please describe as clearly and concisely as possible any additional information that would be important to fully understand the role, responsibilities, nature and scope of the position.

Work closely with the Associate Vice President for Development to ensure seamless efforts to support University’s highest needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Previous proposal writing experience.
• Advanced written and oral communications skills.

Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.