Director of Parent and Family Giving

Company Description

The College of Charleston, a nationally recognized public liberal arts and sciences university, is located in the historic and cultural hub of Charleston, South Carolina. Established in 1770, it is celebrated for its quality of education, vibrant student life, and affordability. The College's historic campus, coupled with contemporary facilities and innovative programs, attracts students from across the United States and the globe. As a dynamic institution, the College leverages Charleston's rich history, culture, and coastal environment as a living and learning laboratory for disciplines like business, science, education, humanities, and the arts.

Role Description

The Director of Parent & Family Giving leads the strategy for engaging parents and families of College of Charleston students in philanthropic support of the College. This role focuses on securing leadership annual gifts, strengthening the Parent Leadership Society, and building a long-term pipeline of parents who may become major and principal gift donors. Serving as the primary liaison for parent philanthropy across the Division of Institutional Advancement, the director collaborates closely with the Annual Giving, Alumni Engagement, and Regional Advancement Programs to ensure a coordinated, donor-centered approach to parent engagement and fundraising. The director also manages a portfolio of parent prospects and is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding leadership-level gifts while advancing meaningful engagement opportunities that deepen parents’ connection to the College.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required and at least 3 years of experience in parent fundraising (higher education or private schools preferred). Priority will be given to applicants with previous experience in program development as well as managing a portfolio of donors and prospects. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong planning, organizing, technology and oral/written communications skills are essential, as is the ability to work cooperatively with other staff members and the college community.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be able to work on several projects concurrently while meeting deadlines. Analytical skills are required.
• Must possess excellent organization, communication, and outward-facing (customer service) skills. Must have considerable experience with computer operations such as Microsoft Office Suite.

https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17901