University of Nevada, Reno · 16 hours ago
Executive Director, Campaign Strategy
University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expThe University of Nevada, Reno is seeking an Executive Director, Campaign Strategy to provide senior-level leadership for a comprehensive fundraising campaign projected to exceed $800 million. This role involves shaping campaign strategy, driving progress toward philanthropic goals, and ensuring collaboration across various departments and stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Provide senior-level leadership for the planning, execution, and successful completion of the University’s comprehensive fundraising campaign
Serve as a key strategic partner to the President, Provost, Deans, the Foundation Board of Trustees, and advisory boards
Shape campaign strategy and drive disciplined progress toward ambitious philanthropic goals
Align cross-unit efforts across the Office of the President, Office of the Provost, Office of Research and Innovation, schools and colleges, and Intercollegiate Athletics
Ensure cohesion and collaboration across fundraising, donor engagement, communications, analytics, and volunteer leadership
Sustain momentum, accountability, and institutional alignment throughout all campaign phases
Lead campaign planning, execution, and evaluation from inception through completion, including oversight of a donor pipeline exceeding $1 billion to support long-term fundraising success
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of related professional work experience OR
Master's Degree and (3) three years of related professional work experience OR
Doctorate Degree and one (1) year of related professional work experience
Demonstrated experience planning and executing large-scale fundraising campaigns, including successful solicitation of major and/or principal gifts
Proven ability to work effectively with senior leaders, trustees, and high-level volunteers in complex institutional environments
Experienced with fundraising data, analytics, CRM systems, and project management systems to inform strategy and measure progress
Benefits
Health insurance options including dental and vision - [Health Insurance](https://www.unr.edu/bcn-nshe/benefits/insurance)
Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance – [Faculty Benefits](https://www.unr.edu/hr/benefits/leave-and-time-off/faculty)
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Company
University of Nevada, Reno
Nevada’s land-grant university founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno has an enrollment of more than 21,000 students.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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