Director, Global Advancement, Europe

University of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Base: $127,500 - $150,000; bonus/equity: not speci...
Hybrid
7+ years nonprofit development experience
Major gift solicitation and closing
Personal portfolio of high-net-worth donors
The Director will manage a personal portfolio of 70+ high-net-worth individuals capable of making six- and seven-figure gifts across Europe

Job Summary

  • The Director will manage a personal portfolio of 70+ high-net-worth individuals capable of making six- and seven-figure gifts across Europe.
  • This role is responsible for building a robust pipeline to generate over $25 million annually in fundraising progress for the University of Chicago.
  • The position offers a hybrid work schedule with regular travel to Europe and requires acting as a strategic advisor to senior academic leaders.

Matching Summary

The Director will manage a personal portfolio of 70+ high-net-worth individuals capable of making six- and seven-figure gifts across Europe.

Salary

Base: $127,500 - $150,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7+ years nonprofit development experience
  • Major gift solicitation and closing
  • Personal portfolio of high-net-worth donors
  • European cultural fluency and travel
  • Annual $4M+ fundraising commitment target

Nice-to-have

  • Foreign language proficiency in European languages
  • Experience with Phoenix donor CRM system
  • Background working with academic trustees
  • Intellectual curiosity about university research
  • Ability to lead senior leadership visits

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum 7 years professional experience
  • Minimum 3 years major gift solicitation
  • Not eligible for employer-sponsored employment authorization
  • Must be US citizen or permanent resident

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or permanent resident status

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