Job Details

Associate Director of Advancement - 31876 (Search Extended)

Position #:
Posting Type: SPS
FTE: 1.00
Representation:
Department: Gift Planning

Primary Function:
This position works within the Gift Planning Team to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of individual major gift prospects. The primary responsibility is to obtain private major and planned gifts at the highest level. This individual also supports the priorities identified by the university. While the highest priority is to generate charitable gift revenue, this position will focus on securing major gifts of $25,000 or more.


Duties and Responsibilities:
This fundraiser position reports to the Vice President. This position works within the Gift Planning Team to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of individual major gift prospects. The primary responsibility is to obtain private major and planned gifts at the highest level. This individual also supports the priorities identified by the university. While the highest priority is to generate charitable gift revenue, this position will focus on securing major gifts of $25,000 or more.


Minimum Required Qualifications:
1. Bachelors degree.
2. Five (5) years of experience with successful major gift solicitation.
3. Knowledge and experience in development and alumni relations fields.
4. Demonstrated exceptional writing skills, strong oral communication with group presentation skills.
5. Demonstrable commitment to the highest standard of ethical and professional conduct in accordance with the CASE Statement of Ethics, the Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethical Principles and Standards, and The Donor Bill of Rights. (Membership not required.)
6. Demonstrably strong work ethic and entrepreneurial mentality. A high-level of integrity, focus and commitment to achieve ambitious goals is essential.
7. Familiarity with the moves management approach to major gift fundraising
8. Experience working within a matrixed organizational structure where performance responsibilities are evaluated in different divisions.
9. A flexible attitude and clear ability to modify and adapt as situations.
10. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and promoting an inclusive work environment that fosters creativity and innovation.


Education and Experience Preferred:
1. Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a collegiate environment.
2. Advanced degree and/or professional designation (CFRE).
3. Capital campaign experience in higher education is highly desirable.
4. Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and familiarity with appropriate foundation fundraising tools. Knowledge of computerized systems of donor record keeping, data tracking of prospects, and donors.
5. Commitment to the ideals and culture of higher education.
6. A proven ability to build strong relationships anchored in trust and integrity.
7. The ability to effectively work in a group/team environment to assist in intra-divisional initiatives


Working Hours: 8:00-4:30; evening and weekends as required to meet goals and standards of excellence
Hiring Rate/Range: Commensurate with experience and internal equity
Posting Date: 07/22/2019
Closing Date:
Priority Review Date: 11/17/2019
Open Until Filled:

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Application Process

Please submit application and documents through NIU online employment system at http://employment.niu.edu/postings/46805 Review of completed applications is ongoing and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For questions, contact Melissa Nigro, mnigro@niu.edu.

Required Applicant Documents:
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
List of three references
Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)

Northern Illinois University is an AA/EEO institution. Pre-employment background check and verification of eligibility to work in the United States is required.


To apply, visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/50670

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Acting Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Altgeld Hall 238
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
Citigroup Center
500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1475
Chicago, IL 60661-4544
312-730-1560
OCR.Chicago@ed.gov


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