Associate Director/Director of Advancement - College of Fine & Applied Arts

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $70,000 - $80,000 for associate director; $8...
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Major gift solicitation experience
Prospect identification and analysis
Donor relationship management skills
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Associate Director/Director of Advancement for its College of Fine & Applied Arts, focused on securing private support from alumni and patrons. The role involves collaboration with faculty and advancement teams to enhance fundraising strategies, requiring strong relationship-building skills and a passion for the arts

Job Summary

  • The primary responsibility is to secure private support from alumni and patrons for premier institutions like the Krannert Art Museum and Japan House.
  • The role requires designing strategies to broaden advancement activities through digital communications, phone calls, and in-person meetings with a focus on major gifts of $25,000 or higher.
  • Employees benefit from a collaborative community that invests in professional growth, including one-on-one coaching and resources to help transition into the new role.

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The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Associate Director/Director of Advancement for its College of Fine & Applied Arts, focused on securing private support from alumni and patrons. The role involves collaboration with faculty and advancement teams to enhance fundraising strategies, requiring strong relationship-building skills and a passion for the arts.

Salary

Base: $70,000 - $80,000 for Associate Director; $80,000 - $90,000 for Director; Benefits: Health insurance, SURS retirement participation, work-life balance programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift solicitation experience
  • Prospect identification and analysis
  • Donor relationship management skills
  • Strategic fundraising planning

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education fundraising
  • Passion for the arts and humanities
  • Collaborative team-oriented mindset
  • Inclusive environment values

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Three to seven years of successful advancement experience depending on title level
  • Demonstrated success in building strong relationships and driving outcomes

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