Director, Regional Development | University of Notre Dame - Military Veterans

Director, Regional Development University of Notre Dame The University of Notre Dame ( ND.jobs ) is accepting applications for a Director, Regional Development . Applications will be accepted until . The University of Notre Dame is hiring a Director of Regional Development to advance our mission by unlocking the grace of giving. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact as a front-line fundraiser and help others contribute in philanthropic ways to support the University's priorities For Good , then this role may be for you. Reporting directly to an Executive Director of Regional Development-in collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Regional Development-this fundraising role supports the University's development efforts as you identify, cultivate, steward, and secure leadership-level gifts. As Director of Regional Development , you will have the opportunity to make a lasting contribution in a working environment that values trust, transparency, teamwork, driving change, feedback and fun. To fulfill the goals & priorities of this role, you'll need to: Be the kind of person who enjoys building meaningful, long-term relationships Have experience and ease interacting with C-suite level of clients, donors, and benefactors Know how to cultivate significant gifts, make 'big asks' and close complex agreements Enjoy traveling, with the ability to organize your travel schedule according to established goals and priorities Be a strategic-thinker, creative problem-solver and team player Cast a compelling vision for sustainable philanthropy rather than the short gain of single gifts ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Your ability to successfully, efficiently, and professionally perform the following duties and responsibilities is an essential ingredient in meeting the University Relations objectives for Regional Development. Identify, cultivate and solicit gifts that connect the philanthropic interests of donors with the priorities and needs of the University Develop long-term relationships and lasting rapport with current and future benefactors whose resources will support and sustain the mission of Notre Dame Represent the University at a significant number of regional and campus events, which means travel, evening, and weekend activity is routine (at least 50%) Work in close collaboration with academic leaders and Development Department colleagues to match each donor's vision with the needs of the University Meet annual goals and priorities as established by the team and the department Subscribe to and abide by the University Core Values Be willing to travel to one of seven regions across the US: Eastern, NY Metro, Southern, Central, Illinois, Southwest, Northwest Note: relocation to the South Bend region is REQUIRED for this role. WHY THIS WORK MATTERS: Our work advances the mission of Notre Dame to make a positive, lasting impact in the world each and every day. By listening and understanding what a benefactor tells you is most important in their lives you will use their passions as a guide to bring them into a direct connection and support of the area within the University that aligns most closely with their interests. You will travel to your designated region to meet benefactors, getting to know and understand them, their families, and their world view at a very intimate level. You will also develop close relationships with the smart, dedicated colleagues all around you, making this a truly great place to work. This is how you will leave an indelible mark on the University of Notre Dame, our benefactors, and ultimately, our students. FOR GOOD, FOR YOU: Our mission is to be a Force for Good in the world, and that means supporting your goals, too! Whatever matters most to you, from childcare to professional development to retirement, the University of Notre Dame offers an amazing array of benefits to support and enhance wherever you are in life. To learn more, visit Our Benefits Page . If you feel a close connection to Notre Dame - the mission, the people, the campus, and the impact that we make together - this will be a great opportunity for you! (#LI-BG1) Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree and 7+ years of professional work experience Ability to build rapport with donors, benefactors, and colleagues Strong communication (written & verbal), organizational, and time management skills. Commitment to diversity, equity, access, integrity, learning, and anti-racism. Willingness to learn relevant tax, estate law, and planned giving mechanisms. Ability to travel up to 50% to designated regions, occasional weekends, and evenings. Deep commitment to Notre Dames mission and values, and the ability to inspire passion for Notre Dame. Results-oriented, optimistic, and empowered attitude. Creative, entrepreneurial, and intellectually curious mindset. Preferred Qualifications: Because of the nature of this position, certain additional qualities will be key to the success of this role. They include: Masters degree and/or relevant professional certifications. Higher-education or nonprofit fundraising experience. C-suite engagement experience. ABOUT NOTRE DAME: The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual 'Great Colleges to Work For' survey...and we are proud of it! This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597. Equal Opportunity Employment Statement The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S251388 . For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd . The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search. Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-fdb4b0366317aa40b91a71c531d38e01