Senior Director of National Development Case Western Reserve University - 4.0 Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time $82,862 - $104,821 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Volunteer support Higher education administration Volunteer management Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Academic institution experience AI tools proficiency Overseeing academic fundraising Collaboration with board members Major gift prospect cultivation Bachelor's degree Student advocacy Volunteer coordination Managing projects Experience at colleges/universities Productivity software Board relations University experience Full Job Description Salary Grade Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary range available for this position at the time of its posting. The salary range is between $82,862 and $104,821, depending on qualifications, experience, department budgets, and industry data. Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess. Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE
The senior director of national development has a primary responsibility for providing leadership in implementing university fundraising initiatives. The incumbent raises major gifts ($250,000 to $500,000) and provides strategic oversight and management of the university's national development program. This position will require direct face-to-face cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, with the expectation that they will be traveling off campus for much of this function. The senior director supervises a team of national development gift officers. As part of the university development team, the incumbent will be expected to work collegially, and in partnership, with central and school-based colleagues.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develop and manage portfolio of high potential major giving prospects with giving potential in the range of $250,000 to $500,000. Develop and implement strategic cultivation, solicitation and/or engagement strategies for each prospect to maximize major gifts to the university. (60%) Implement the university's national development strategy aimed to maximize the lifetime engagement and philanthropic support of Case Western Reserve University's most affluent donors and families. Supervise a team of national development gift officers. Suggest areas of focus for leadership travel and prepare individuals for major and leadership gift solicitation. (40%)
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. (