Director of Development Athletics and Corporate Partnerships
Director of Development Athletics and Corporate Partnerships
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Job Description
Lourdes University is seeking an energetic goaloriented professional to serve as the Director of Development Athletics and Corporate Partnerships. This newly created position is central to advancing the universitys strategic priorities by generating philanthropic support for athletics and cultivating longterm relationships with corporate partners.
As a member of the Institutional Advancement team this role will lead efforts to increase philanthropic and sponsorship revenue in support of Lourdes Athletics while serving as a key connector between the university and the regional business community. The director will work collaboratively with university leadership athletic staff alumni and friends to build relationships in support of athletics the mission of Lourdes University.
- Design and implement a comprehensive development strategy to support Lourdes Universitys athletic programs including major gifts annual giving sponsorships and special projects.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with alumni donors and corporate partners to generate financial support for athletic scholarships facility improvements team travel and other strategic needs.
- Identify new corporate partnership opportunities that align with university goals and values; develop customized proposals and sponsorship packages.
- Work in partnership with the Advancement and Athletics teams to plan and execute strategic events to build engagement and philanthropic investment.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to ensure visibility for corporate sponsors and promote philanthropic opportunities.
- Maintain accurate donor records and activity tracking through the universitys CRM and reporting systems.
- Represent Lourdes University at athletic events community functions and other external engagements to promote the University and strengthen constituent relationships.
- Familiarity with athletic fundraising or experience in a university athletics environment.
- Experience with donor databases and CRM systems
- Strong local or regional business network and understanding of corporate philanthropy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and build collaborative relationships across campus departments.
- Strong communication presentation and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to the mission and Franciscan values of Lourdes University.
- Bachelors degree required
- Minimum of 35 years of experience in fundraising development corporate relations or a related field.
- Demonstrated success in cultivating donor relationships and securing philanthropic or sponsorship support.
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends as necessary for donor engagement and athletic events.
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Director
Employment Type
Full Time
