Director of Development - West Plains at Missouri State University Foundation in Springfield, Missouri

Job Description:

The Director of Development - West Plains works directly with the Vice President for University Advancement and Assistant Vice President of Development & Strategy to identify, cultivate, and solicit potential donors and grow philanthropic participation for the institution. The Director also works closely with Advancement leadership, University administration, and appropriate faculty on campus to support the philanthropic strategic mission.

This role works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Prospect Development in determining which donors and prospects in their portfolio (consisting of alumni, friends, parents, businesses, foundations, and organizations) to approach based on research and other criteria. This collaborative effort, which may include the Chancellor and others from time to time, also assists in determining how to approach each potential donor, whether the potential donor would be more receptive to a formal written proposal or a verbal proposal, discussing options for potential outright and/or estate gifts, ways of giving, negotiating the policies and procedures for administration of their gifts, determining when travel to meet with donors is appropriate, exercising budgetary authority over the their travel and development budget, etc.

The position will coordinate and manage projects with appropriate University Advancement representatives for the MSU West Plains annual giving program, including direct solicitation through mail and social media, digital and web-based solicitations, and marketing to raise funds for University priorities.

Education: Bachelor's degree is required. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of education requirements.

Experience: At least three years of successful professional experience is required, preferably in higher education fundraising or in a related career with a comparable, demonstrated, successful track record.

Skills: Exceptional interpersonal skills with all age groups are required. Strong oral and written communication skills are required. Organizational skills, particularly planning, setting deadlines, and evaluating progress, are required. Computer literacy, particularly in word processing, using Internet resources, and using databases, is required. Must be a self-starter committed to follow through. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Experience working effectively in a diverse environment is preferred.

Other: The job frequently requires travel and attendance at evening and weekend activities, meetings, events, seminars, and workshops.

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