Job Summary/Basic Functions

The Senior Director, Development, under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President of Development for Major & Planned Gifts, will be an integral part of the Development and Alumni Relations team for Eastern Kentucky University. This position will travel extensively, both within Kentucky and beyond, to advance a culture of philanthropy at EKU. The Senior Director, Development will serve an important role in the university's campaign by helping to build the university's portfolio of major and planned gift prospects, helping to establish a major gift pipeline. In addition to focusing on soliciting major and planned gifts, the Senior Director will also supervise at least one Assistant/Associate Director, Development and serve as a mentor for the team. The incumbent will use knowledge gained from years of professional experience in higher education fundraising to help develop successful solicitation strategy, not only for their assigned prospects, but also for prospects assigned across the University.

The Senior Director, Development will serve an important role in the university's campaign by helping to build the university's portfolio of major and planned gift prospects, helping to establish a major gift pipeline. This position requires an ability to identify, qualify, and cultivate donor prospects toward solicitation of major and planned gifts as quickly as possible. Emphasis will be placed on hitting metrics in terms of visits made and dollars raised. The Senior Director will be expected to serve as a development representative within assigned colleges, schools, units, and/or programs. The incumbent will make the development office aware of unit priorities and ensure that assigned units follow development policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree is required.

Experience: More than five years of related work experience is required, preferably in development, alumni relations, non-profit fundraising, or higher education administration. Major gift and higher education experience is preferred.

Licensure & Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

Job Duties:

• 80% - Provide effective fundraising strategy and oversight of assigned development prospects. - (Essential)
• 10% - Collaborate between the Office of Development and Alumni Relations and any assigned colleges, schools, units and/or programs. - (Essential)
• 5% - Provides leadership and supervision to at least one Assistant/Associate Director of Development, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Serves as a mentor to development staff, supporting professional growth and alignment with fundraising goals. - (Essential)
• 5% - Complete all other duties as assigned - (Essential)