Mercer University

Director of Development, School of Theology

Atlanta, GA 30341 · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 31 days ago

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About the role

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Candidates with a master's degree in Theology, Theological studies or MDIV are highly desirable.
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be insurable by the university's carrier as this position requires travel.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to write or edit proposals, letters and articles for the purpose of soliciting gifts and providing written information to constituents.
Required Document Attachments:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university is required along with two years of experience working with people in direct sales experience, business development experience and activities where relationship building is essential or other related business experiences. Candidates with a master's degree in Theology, Theological studies or MDIV are highly desirable.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others in order to build relationships.
Background Check Contingencies:
Criminal History
Approved Driver's Check
Cover letter

Ability to plan and organize meetings and other events in order to successfully engage alumni and friends of the University.
Basic knowledge of work processing and spreadsheet applications for analysis and preparation of reports and correspondence.
Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends to facilitate cultivation of constituents.
Ability to multi-task in order to achieve goals in a timely manner.

Specifically, this position is responsible for insuring the respective School's annual fund goals are met each fiscal year, the campaign goals are met and the academic unit's major alumni events are planned and orchestrated successfully.

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