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Posting Number: | 20233875S |
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Position Title: | Director of Major Giving, Midwest |
Position Type: | Staff |
Location: | Villanova, PA |
Recruitment Type: | Internal/External Applicants |
Work Schedule: | full-time/12-months |
Avg Hours Week | |
Department: | 604 - University Advancement |
Position Summary: | Ignite Your Career at Villanova University! Whether undergraduate or graduate, faculty or staff, each community member brings with them a wealth of experiences that enrich our University and shift our perspectives. As a part of this community, your work will improve lives and ignite change! Why work at Villanova?
Villanova University has embarked on a 10-year strategic plan, Rooted. Restless., with the goal of enhancing the Augustinian Catholic living and learning experience for all members of our community. University Advancement is seeking exceptional talent to join our mission-driven team working together toward our shared vision for Villanova, fueled by the generosity of the University’s philanthropic supporters as we prepare for Villanova’s next comprehensive capital campaign. Reporting to the Executive Director for Regional Development, the Director of Major Giving for the Midwest region will develop, implement, and maintain a fundraising initiative for the Midwest region with emphasis in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Texas. The Director will identify, cultivate, and solicit alumni, parents and friends of the University for major gifts ($100,000 and above); identify and manage senior volunteers; design and conduct prospect cultivation events; and maintain an awareness of relevant Alumni Relations activity in the region. The Director will be responsible for day-to-day management of the Midwest regional office. The Director will collaborate with other development staff and academic leaders to achieve objectives. This position will be based in Chicago. The Director is expected to conduct 10-12 prospect visits per month and manage a portfolio of 100 prospects per year. The Director will assume stewardship responsibilities for assigned prospects in conjunction with the Director of Stewardship. The Director of Major Giving reports to the Executive Director, Regional Development regarding ongoing projects and programming. Villanova University is organized in a semi-decentralized model including College-based development officers and regional officers supported by central services. The Director will be a senior member of the University Advancement team and will work closely with dedicated volunteers throughout the Midwest region. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. |
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Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: | Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends required. |
Special Message to Applicants: | This position is fully remote, based in Chicago, IL. |
Posting Date: | 05/22/2024 |
Closing Date (11:59pm ET): | |
Salary Posting Information: | Commensurate with experience. |
Salary Band: | K |
Job Classification: | exempt |
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