Executive Director Of Development, Cfaes

The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH, US
Up to $175,483; based on internal equity + qualifi...
7 years professional fundraising experience
5 years direct donor cultivation and solicitation
2 years marketing or sales background
The Executive Director will lead a cohesive fundraising team to maintain over $50 million in annual new fundraising activity while driving sustained year-over-year growth

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director will lead a cohesive fundraising team to maintain over $50 million in annual new fundraising activity while driving sustained year-over-year growth.
  • This role requires managing a personal portfolio of approximately 50 prospects with a strategic emphasis on securing commitments of $1 million or more.
  • The position offers the opportunity to work within one of the largest colleges of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences in the country, engaging millions of stakeholders.

Matching Summary

The Executive Director will lead a cohesive fundraising team to maintain over $50 million in annual new fundraising activity while driving sustained year-over-year growth.

Salary

Up to $175,483; Based on internal equity and qualifications; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7 years professional fundraising experience
  • 5 years direct donor cultivation and solicitation
  • 2 years marketing or sales background
  • 3 years management experience
  • Manage portfolio of $100k+ prospects
  • Secure $1M+ transformational gifts

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education advancement
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred
  • Background in hospital or healthcare fundraising
  • Foster culture of continuous learning
  • Navigate complex academic environments

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Seven years relevant experience minimum
  • Five years professional fundraising experience
  • Two years related marketing/sales experience
  • Three years management experience
  • US work authorization not specified

Work Rights

Not specified

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