Executive Director of Philanthropy

North Carolina State University (NC State) was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal, and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today it is the largest university in North Carolina with more than 34,000 high-performing students, 8,000 pre-eminent faculty and staff and 300,000 alumni. NC State is a research-extensive university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We're also at the forefront of teaching and research in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth.

University Advancement amplifies NC State's local and global impact by nurturing lifelong relationships, championing philanthropy and strengthening the Wolfpack community. Led by Vice Chancellor Brian Sischo, UA fulfills its mission through the operations of four main units: University Development, which seeks and obtains philanthropic support; Alumni Engagement and Annual Giving, which builds and fosters relationships and a culture of philanthropy with alumni and other constituencies; University Communications and Marketing, NC State's dedicated communications agency; and Advancement Services, which provides information management and other key support functions to all University Advancement units.

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The Executive Director of Philanthropy, focusing on Leadership Giving, reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) for University Development and serves as a senior leader within University Advancement. Leadership Giving is defined as gifts ranging from $1 million to $5 million.

The Executive Director is responsible for defining and executing the fundraising strategy for gifts in the defined range of $1 million to $5 million. This position serves as the critical bridge between Major Gifts ($100,000-$1,000,000) and Principal Gifts ($5 million ), ensuring a robust pipeline of high-net-worth prospects who have the capacity to make a significant impact on the University's strategic priorities. The defined Leadership Giving range is designed to target the gifts at the $1 million to $5 million level that will serve as a major component in the success of NC State's next comprehensive campaign. To date, nearly 1,300 prospects and potential donors have been identified as having the potential to support NC State in this giving band. The complex nature of philanthropy at this level requires an approach that builds on the strengths of our Major Gift fundraising and works hand in hand with our Principal Gifts program.

The Executive Director will manage a focused portfolio of high-rated prospects and work to enhance their level of engagement with the University. In close partnership with Deans, college/unit advancement leaders, and the Principal Gifts team, this role will coordinate complex solicitations that may span multiple colleges or units. This position is responsible for "raising donor sights," moving major gift donors into the leadership giving tier, and qualifying prospects for future Principal Gift investment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Fundraising & Portfolio Management:

Program Leadership & Strategy:

Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references along with their online application.

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