Director of Development - College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment
Core
Lead and execute strategies to secure major and principal gifts for the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University, managing a personal portfolio while guiding a team of development professionals.
Role type
Senior Director of Development (Fundraising)
Builds
Major and principal gift campaigns for a natural resources college
Domain
Higher Education / Natural Resources / Forestry
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> fundraising campaigns and donor relationships
Required skills
Strategic fundraising planning, team leadership and mentorship, stakeholder engagement, budget management, solicitation strategy, performance monitoring
Preferred skills
Experience in higher education advancement, natural resources sector knowledge
Technologies
CRM systems, data analytics tools for donor management
Responsibilities
Lead and develop a high-performing team of development professionals; Drive fundraising strategy and results for major and principal gifts; Strengthen partnerships with academic leaders, alumni, and corporations; Oversee operations, strategic planning, and budget resources.
Seniority
Director level, strategic leadership with hands-on portfolio management