Executive Director, Major And Principal Gifts - Las Vegas, Nv

University of Nevada, Reno

Las Vegas, NV, US
Base: $115,260 - $144,075; bonus/equity: not speci...
Fundraising experience in higher education
Securing major and principal gifts
Strategic relationship management with donors
The Executive Director will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising strategy that advances university-wide initiatives

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising strategy that advances university-wide initiatives.
  • This role is responsible for cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals and securing transformational gifts to support innovative academic programs.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $115,260 - $144,075 along with a generous retirement plan where contributions are matched by the University.

Matching Summary

The Executive Director will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising strategy that advances university-wide initiatives.

Salary

Base: $115,260 - $144,075; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 19.25% retirement match; Health insurance; Tuition benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Fundraising experience in higher education
  • Securing major and principal gifts
  • Strategic relationship management with donors
  • Cross-campus collaboration skills
  • Managing high-net-worth individual donors

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with family foundations
  • Background in healthcare or non-profit sectors
  • Ability to foster lifelong donor engagement
  • Collaboration with faculty and deans

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years experience OR Master's Degree plus 3 years experience
  • Related professional work experience in fundraising
  • Experience securing major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations

Work Rights

Not specified

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