The University of Georgia · 3 days ago
Associate Regional Director of Development
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveThe University of Georgia is the flagship university of Georgia and is dedicated to providing quality education and research. They are seeking an Associate Regional Director of Development responsible for leading private philanthropy efforts for the College of Veterinary Medicine, managing donor relationships, and implementing fundraising strategies.
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Responsibilities
Plans, coordinates, and implements strategies to identify leadership annual giving (LAG) ($25,000+) & major gift prospects ($50,000+) through prospecting
Conducts extensive outreach via email and phone calls to secure in-person meetings with prospects and donors to qualify them as a major gift and/or LAG donor
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Face-to-face meetings (minimum of 144 meetings per year)
Qualification of LAG and major gift prospects
LAG and Major gift solicitations
Collaborations with DAR colleagues
Development of prospect portfolio
Hosting donors and prospects for CVM tours, events, conferences and other functions
Development and management of internal relationships with key faculty and staff to further development efforts with donors and prospects
Other tasks and responsibilities within the purpose and scope major gift fundraising
Performs all work requirements according to UGA, UGA Foundation, and CVM policies and procedures
Support CVM Development and Alumni Relations team through furthering annual giving efforts, executing engagement initiatives and events, and fulfilling donor relations best practices with CVM donors
The normal work day is 8:00 am until 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. However, this role may require some travel, night, and weekend duties in fulfillment of the responsibilities of the position. Additional duties will be required on Alumni Weekend, Dean’s Tailgate, and at other special events which frequently fall on nights and/or weekends
Attend meetings and events as appropriate: including periodic Development & Alumni Relations meetings and representing College of Veterinary Medicine as needed at external events
Supports the rest of the CVM Development & Alumni Relations team through furthering annual giving efforts, executing engagement initiatives, and fulfilling donor relations best practices
Participate in planning exercises, professional development events, team meetings, retreats, and other activities that build team culture and capabilities
Other duties as assigned in line with this job description
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Experience in successful fundraising solicitations and demonstrated experience in developing and successfully implementing fundraising plans for major initiatives
Strong self-initiative; exceptional attention to detail and organization; professionalism; emotional intelligence; and well-developed listening skills
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion
Willingness to be a part of the larger development efforts of the University of Georgia
Ability to travel in and out of state
Flexibility to work some nights and weekends
Word processing; database management; and email skills
Preferred
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The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
Founded in 1785
10001+ employees
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