Gallaudet University
Assistant Director (Development)
Gallaudet University, USA · Director · Contract
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About the role
- Guides constituents through the fundraising cycle to generate partnerships that include major gifts, deferred giving, corporate sponsorships, and grants.
- Assists faculty and staff in preparing and submitting applications for research or program funding.
- Travels nationwide as needed for effective relationship management and to keep Gallaudet top of mind.
Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Advancement Officer, the Assistant Director of Development plays a key role in advancing the university's mission by securing private support from individuals, foundations, and organizations.
- Aligns external support with institutional priorities through research, proposal writing, and strategic donor engagement.
- Writes proposals and grants in support of institutional priorities and aligned with the University's strategic plans.
- Conducts significant discovery work through targeted research and review of published funder guidelines and donor priorities to build a portfolio that includes constituents capable of making major investments in the University.
- Consults subject-matter experts among faculty and program administration to understand and develop information documents to share with constituencies about the university and its need for private support.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- A minimum of three years of professional experience with business operations, project management, community engagement, sales and fundraising, or a related field.
- Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.
Nice to have
- Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
- Other Important Information:
- The successful candidate will undergo a background check that must be cleared prior to working at Gallaudet University.
- Current Employees (Regular Status and Extended Temporary)
- Please use the link below or the "Find Jobs" report directly within Workday.
Skills
- Strong technological and database literacy.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong ability to work independently and exercise tact and good judgment.
- Strong ability to synthesize and articulate the priorities of the university and match them with the values and interests of prospects.
- Demonstrated ability to work with and across University departments, outside constituents, and groups.
Compensation
- Compensation Grade (Track/Level):
- $70,878.00-$94,469.00
- Salary Ranges (All Compensation Grades):
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