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Assistant Director of Devel NatSci
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Are you passionate about building relationships and securing major gifts for multifaceted research that tackles pressing global challenges The College of Natural Science (NatSci) at Michigan State University is a dynamic interdisciplinary powerhouse focused on using discovery innovation and our collective ingenuity to advance knowledge across the natural sciences.
NatSci is seeking a talented collaborative and ambitious individual to join our successful and synergetic development team as the Assistant Director of Development. Reporting to the Senior Director for the college the Assistant Director will serve as a major gift fundraiser and oversee the annual giving program. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to managing a portfolio of donors for the College; focus primarily on discovery work and new alumni/donor engagement; building the pipeline for longterm relationships that promote the reputation and success of the College and MSU; overseeing the Annual Giving program; and participating in college initiatives/events.
The ability to think and act strategically will be critical to the success of this position. The Assistant Director of Development will play a key role in developing and advancing donor relationships and encouraging increased giving through the of cultivation and stewardship strategies for alumni and friends of the College of Natural Science. With a portfolio of 75100 the Assistant Director of Development is responsible for developing ongoing personal relationships with prospects as well as internally with stakeholders who can support the deepening of those relationships. In their gift work the Assistant Director will employ an aggressive strategic management workload process averaging 1215 significant contacts and two to four solicitations per month.
The ideal candidate must thrive in a fun collaborative teamoriented environment that values positivity and shared success. A passion for celebrating both big and small milestones and contributing to a culture of support and encouragement is essential.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Discovery Cultivation Solicitation and Stewardship:
Strategy & Coordination:
Stewardship:
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a fouryear college degree program in Communications Public Relations Marketing and/or Business; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in professional fund raising public relations marketing higher education fund raising or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
If you have experience with the responsibilities outlined in this job description or possess transferable skills we encourage you to apply! We seek driven successful fundraisers to join our team and contribute to our ambitious campaign.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability or protected veteran status.
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If you have any questions regarding this position please contact Patricia Karam Director of Talent Acquisition at .
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8 am 5 pm with possible evenings and weekends
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remotefriendly. Remotefriendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Required Experience:
Director
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