Babson College
Director of Development
Babson College, Wellesley, Massachusetts, us, 02482
Wellesley MAFull timeR0013450
The Director, Development will serve as a key member of the Babson Development team, responsible for driving an ambitious development strategy and major giving outcomes in their assigned region. Specifically, the Director of Development will engage, cultivate, and solicit individuals who can make a significant philanthropic investment in Babson College, managing a portfolio of approximately 350 alumni, parents, and friends of the College. Regions will be determined based on the qualifications, background, and preference of the candidates.WHAT YOU WILL DOManage a portfolio of approximately 350+ high net-worth individuals, building deep philanthropic relationships and soliciting gifts of $100,000 and above.Develop and implement strategies for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects, successfully moving them through the qualification and cultivation processes to solicitation.Conduct a minimum of 18-20 face-to-face meetings per month.Prepare proposals for gift solicitations based on annual goals.Partner with College leadership, development colleagues, faculty, trustees, and other volunteers to identify opportunities for prospect engagement within the college.Prepare written briefings and solicitation strategies for senior leadership and faculty visits with prospective donors, as well as follow-up documentation and correspondence.Collaborate with Advancement colleagues to engage and expand the pool of volunteers and prospective donors and in coordinating solicitation strategies and campaign activities to increase Alumni participation in annual giving.Solicit and drive alumni participation in annual giving.Attend advancement events, including student orientation, commencement, reunion and regional/local cultivation events.Assumes additional responsibilities as required.YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDEStudent AssistantsWHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEEDBachelor's DegreeA minimum of 10-15 years of experience fundraising in major gifts
Demonstrated effectiveness in working with a diverse student body, faculty, staff, and other constituentsAbility to
establish creditability and confidence
with stakeholdersExceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills, and the ability to be effective engaging with all levels within the collegeDemonstrated
ability to communicate effectively
with our talented business alumni.Ability to work independently and particularly to formulate creative strategies for major gifts advancement.Exceptional organizational, verbal, and written communication skillsFlexible and willing to assume new tasks and special projectsAbility to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.Ability to
anticipate
and
embrace
change ; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.Must have
strong computer skills
including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)Ability to successfully contribute to the Advancement teamExtensive experience in the successful solicitation of six and seven figure giftsThe integrity, intellectual depth, and confidence to effectively engage and partner with key internal and external stakeholdersA
deep appreciation for Babson's mission, goals, and culture
and the proven ability to create engagement and fundraising strategies tied to the mission and strategic prioritiesHOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORKMust have had a valid unrestricted U.S. Driver's License for one year, and maintain throughout employment an insurable (as determined by the College's insurer's criteria) or a satisfactory driving record; must successfully complete and pass the College's vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment; annual or more frequent review of employee's driving record based on the College insurer's criteria; and safety training as required by management.ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVEPrior fundraising experience in an academic environment preferredAbout UsWe're all different.We're all Babson.
Babson College is a world-class business school, empowering entrepreneurial leaders to create great economic and social value - everywhere. Here you'll find a collaborative, collegial team environment designed to include and motivate every individual. It's a rewarding and invigorating workplace - an exciting launch pad for anyone who wants to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning and development opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, and a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural and inclusive community.Please see job description
PI247611154
The Director, Development will serve as a key member of the Babson Development team, responsible for driving an ambitious development strategy and major giving outcomes in their assigned region. Specifically, the Director of Development will engage, cultivate, and solicit individuals who can make a significant philanthropic investment in Babson College, managing a portfolio of approximately 350 alumni, parents, and friends of the College. Regions will be determined based on the qualifications, background, and preference of the candidates.WHAT YOU WILL DOManage a portfolio of approximately 350+ high net-worth individuals, building deep philanthropic relationships and soliciting gifts of $100,000 and above.Develop and implement strategies for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects, successfully moving them through the qualification and cultivation processes to solicitation.Conduct a minimum of 18-20 face-to-face meetings per month.Prepare proposals for gift solicitations based on annual goals.Partner with College leadership, development colleagues, faculty, trustees, and other volunteers to identify opportunities for prospect engagement within the college.Prepare written briefings and solicitation strategies for senior leadership and faculty visits with prospective donors, as well as follow-up documentation and correspondence.Collaborate with Advancement colleagues to engage and expand the pool of volunteers and prospective donors and in coordinating solicitation strategies and campaign activities to increase Alumni participation in annual giving.Solicit and drive alumni participation in annual giving.Attend advancement events, including student orientation, commencement, reunion and regional/local cultivation events.Assumes additional responsibilities as required.YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDEStudent AssistantsWHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEEDBachelor's DegreeA minimum of 10-15 years of experience fundraising in major gifts
Demonstrated effectiveness in working with a diverse student body, faculty, staff, and other constituentsAbility to
establish creditability and confidence
with stakeholdersExceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills, and the ability to be effective engaging with all levels within the collegeDemonstrated
ability to communicate effectively
with our talented business alumni.Ability to work independently and particularly to formulate creative strategies for major gifts advancement.Exceptional organizational, verbal, and written communication skillsFlexible and willing to assume new tasks and special projectsAbility to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.Ability to
anticipate
and
embrace
change ; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.Must have
strong computer skills
including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)Ability to successfully contribute to the Advancement teamExtensive experience in the successful solicitation of six and seven figure giftsThe integrity, intellectual depth, and confidence to effectively engage and partner with key internal and external stakeholdersA
deep appreciation for Babson's mission, goals, and culture
and the proven ability to create engagement and fundraising strategies tied to the mission and strategic prioritiesHOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORKMust have had a valid unrestricted U.S. Driver's License for one year, and maintain throughout employment an insurable (as determined by the College's insurer's criteria) or a satisfactory driving record; must successfully complete and pass the College's vehicle training program within the first 60 days of employment; annual or more frequent review of employee's driving record based on the College insurer's criteria; and safety training as required by management.ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVEPrior fundraising experience in an academic environment preferredAbout UsWe're all different.We're all Babson.
Babson College is a world-class business school, empowering entrepreneurial leaders to create great economic and social value - everywhere. Here you'll find a collaborative, collegial team environment designed to include and motivate every individual. It's a rewarding and invigorating workplace - an exciting launch pad for anyone who wants to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning and development opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, and a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural and inclusive community.Please see job description
PI247611154