Loyola University Chicago
Director of Development, Arrupe College
Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Position DetailsJob Title:
DIR DEVELOPMENTPosition Number:
8101375Job Category:
University StaffJob Type:
Full-TimeFLSA Status:
ExemptCampus:
Chicago-Water Tower CampusDepartment Name:
PRINCIPAL & MAJOR GIFTSLocation Code:
MAJOR GIFTS (03634A)Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
NoDuties and Responsibilities:Job Summary:Under general direction, the Director of Development, Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago (Arrupe College) is responsible for establishing strategic short- and long-range fundraising goals for the University by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors for major and planned gifts. The Director develops and manages strategies and staff to achieve goals.Primary Responsibilities:Manage the total range of fundraising activities (qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship) of an assigned portfolio of prospects and donors including directly soliciting and managing the solicitation of major gift prospects.Make a defined number of visits and solicitations per year designed to move prospects toward making a philanthropic commitment to the university.Provide support to the Dean of Arrupe College and for the volunteer leadership for Arrupe College.Write and edit correspondence, proposals, and reports to prospective donors and major gift/capital campaign gift donors.Prepare contact reports on meetings and interactions with donors and prospects.Coordinate appointments and prepare any required materials for meetings, visits, or phone calls with Deans, President, alumni volunteers, or other senior administrators with alumni and friends within the prospect pool.Work collaboratively to facilitate the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects.Other duties, as assigned.Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree, 3-5 years experience in fund raising preferably in a higher education environment.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.3-5 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience in a complex organization. Preference for demonstrated success in making and closing four and five-figure gift solicitations from individual donors. Transferable experience in sales will be given equal consideration.Experience in higher education is a plus.3-5 years significant leadership experience.Must have demonstrated, successful track record of donor cultivation and solicitation.Certificates/Credentials/Licenses:
N/AComputer Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteWorking knowledge of personal computersWorking knowledge of donor and fundraising databases.Supervisory Responsibilities:
NoRequired operation of university owned vehicles:
NoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact?
NoPhysical Demands:
Repetitive MotionsWorking Conditions:
Irregular HoursOpen Date:
09/10/2024Close Date:
N/ASpecial Instructions to Applicants:
N/ADiversity and Inclusion Statement:Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.Quick Link for Posting:
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29117
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DIR DEVELOPMENTPosition Number:
8101375Job Category:
University StaffJob Type:
Full-TimeFLSA Status:
ExemptCampus:
Chicago-Water Tower CampusDepartment Name:
PRINCIPAL & MAJOR GIFTSLocation Code:
MAJOR GIFTS (03634A)Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
NoDuties and Responsibilities:Job Summary:Under general direction, the Director of Development, Arrupe College of Loyola University Chicago (Arrupe College) is responsible for establishing strategic short- and long-range fundraising goals for the University by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors for major and planned gifts. The Director develops and manages strategies and staff to achieve goals.Primary Responsibilities:Manage the total range of fundraising activities (qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship) of an assigned portfolio of prospects and donors including directly soliciting and managing the solicitation of major gift prospects.Make a defined number of visits and solicitations per year designed to move prospects toward making a philanthropic commitment to the university.Provide support to the Dean of Arrupe College and for the volunteer leadership for Arrupe College.Write and edit correspondence, proposals, and reports to prospective donors and major gift/capital campaign gift donors.Prepare contact reports on meetings and interactions with donors and prospects.Coordinate appointments and prepare any required materials for meetings, visits, or phone calls with Deans, President, alumni volunteers, or other senior administrators with alumni and friends within the prospect pool.Work collaboratively to facilitate the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects.Other duties, as assigned.Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree, 3-5 years experience in fund raising preferably in a higher education environment.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.3-5 years of relevant fundraising experience or sales experience in a complex organization. Preference for demonstrated success in making and closing four and five-figure gift solicitations from individual donors. Transferable experience in sales will be given equal consideration.Experience in higher education is a plus.3-5 years significant leadership experience.Must have demonstrated, successful track record of donor cultivation and solicitation.Certificates/Credentials/Licenses:
N/AComputer Skills:Proficient in Microsoft Office SuiteWorking knowledge of personal computersWorking knowledge of donor and fundraising databases.Supervisory Responsibilities:
NoRequired operation of university owned vehicles:
NoDoes this position require direct animal or patient contact?
NoPhysical Demands:
Repetitive MotionsWorking Conditions:
Irregular HoursOpen Date:
09/10/2024Close Date:
N/ASpecial Instructions to Applicants:
N/ADiversity and Inclusion Statement:Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission-driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.Quick Link for Posting:
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29117
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