Development Director

3 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Alabama, Birmingham Full time

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks a skilled Development Director to join the UAB School of Nursing Office of Development and Alumni Relations (ODAR). Under the direction of the Senior Director of Development for the School of Nursing, this position is expected to solicit and close a defined number of mid-level gifts in support of the UAB School of Nursing.

This role will involve intentional meetings with unqualified and/or qualified prospects to build and maintain a portfolio of mid-to-high net worth prospects. The Development Director will be expected to meet/exceed established metrics on an annual basis – including dollar, visit, solicitations and proposals presented goals.

This position will work closely with ODAR's Director of Community Engagement and Board Relations and the Senior Director of Development to engage with members of the School of Nursing Board of Visitors and Junior Board of Visitors, including securing corporate and individual sponsorships for their annual fundraising event.

Key duties and primary responsibilities include:

  • Working closely with ODAR's Director of Community Engagement and Board Relations and the Senior Director of Development to engage with members of the School of Nursing Board of Visitors and Junior Board of Visitors, including securing corporate and individual sponsorships for their annual fundraising event.
  • Executing fundraising strategies to raise mid-level gifts in support of the UAB School of Nursing.
  • Working with other members of ODAR, the Dean's Office, and the University Advancement Services staff to ensure that potential gift prospects are properly researched and assigned, that all solicitations are coordinated and completed, and that donors receive appropriate acknowledgments and recognition.

Annual salary range: $52,555 – $66,000.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business or a related field and three (3) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement; travel required.

Preferred additional qualifications include:

  • Ability to work competently within CRM.
  • Intermediate knowledge of fundraising techniques (qualifying, asks, objections, messaging).
  • Portfolio development / management.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a high functioning team.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively.
  • Advanced writing skills.
  • Presentation skills.
  • Intermediate project management.
  • Knowledge of HIPAA-compliant fundraising practices in healthcare philanthropy.

UAB offers a robust state-funded pension plan through the Alabama Teacher's Retirement System, a generous 5% retirement match in voluntary accounts, and additional RSA benefits. We also provide educational assistance for employees and their families, parental leave, and exclusive discounts on tickets for various cultural and entertainment events.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. UAB is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.



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