- Manage a portfolio of approximately 350+ high net-worth individuals, fostering deep philanthropic relationships and soliciting gifts of $100,000 and above.
- Devise and execute strategies for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects, effectively guiding them from qualification to solicitation.
- Conduct a minimum of 18-20 face-to-face meetings monthly.
- Collaborate with College leadership, development colleagues, faculty, trustees, and volunteers to pinpoint engagement opportunities within the institution.
- Prepare gift solicitation proposals in alignment with annual targets.
- Collaborate with Advancement team to enhance volunteer and donor participation, coordinating solicitation tactics and campaign endeavors to boost Alumni involvement in annual giving.
- Engage alumni in annual giving efforts and participate in various advancement events.
- Embrace additional responsibilities as needed.
- 10-15 years of experience in major gifts fundraising
- Proven proficiency in engaging with diverse stakeholders within an educational setting
- Ability to establish credibility with stakeholders and demonstrate confidence
- Outstanding collaboration and interpersonal skills across all levels within the college
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and technology
- Flexible, proactive, and adept at formulating innovative strategies for major gifts advancement
- Comfortable with change, open to acquiring new skills, and adaptable to evolving conditions
- Ability to contribute effectively to the Advancement team
- Extensive experience in securing six and seven figure donations
- Strong integrity, intellectual depth, and ability to engage effectively with key stakeholders
- Passionate about Babson's mission and adept at creating fundraising strategies aligned with institutional goals
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Director of Development - Wellesley, United States - Babson College
Description
The Director of Development position at Babson College is a vital role within the Babson Development team, focusing on executing a dynamic development strategy and achieving significant giving outcomes in the designated region. The Director will be responsible for engaging, nurturing, and requesting donations from individuals capable of making substantial philanthropic contributions to the College, managing a diverse portfolio of alumni, parents, and supporters.
Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree
Position Knowledge/Skills & Abilities Requirements:
Working Conditions: Willingness to travel on behalf of Babson College
All on-campus staff at Babson College must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including boosters.
Proof of vaccination required upon hire or within 21 days of booster eligibility. Contact Human Resources for accommodation or exemption requests.
Valid U.S. Driver's License, maintain insurability, complete vehicle training within 60 days of hire, and undergo periodic driving record reviews and safety training.
Additional Experience, Skills & Abilities: Previous fundraising experience in an academic environment is advantageous
