Executive Director of Philanthropy, Worldwide Campus
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Atlanta, GA, United States
Executive Director Of Philanthropy For Worldwide Campus
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a global leader in aviation and aerospace, is seeking a dynamic and seasoned fundraiser to join the Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement in the role of Executive Director of Philanthropy for its Worldwide Campus. This online community takes pride in its longstanding relationship with the U.S. military and in supporting veterans. Under the leadership of Chancellor John Watret, the Worldwide campus offers degree programs from aviation and applied sciences to business, engineering, intelligence, and space. The Executive Director of Philanthropy for the Worldwide campus works to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts from alumni and community partners. The ideal candidate will provide leadership and coordination to the campus in approaching donors for major gifts and working closely with academic leadership, faculty, and development colleagues. They will develop and implement fundraising strategies, prepare compelling oral and written proposals, build and maintain effective relationships with booster supporters. Reporting to Senior Executive Director of Philanthropy-Worldwide, and collaborating closely with the Worldwide campus leadership, the Executive Director of Philanthropy will chart the course for campus-wide fundraising success, cultivating relationships with esteemed alumni, foundations, and corporate partners. This isn't just a job it's an opportunity to be a catalyst for change, a champion of innovation, and a guardian of our legacy. If you're ready to make waves, break barriers, and leave an indelible mark on the future of aerospace education, we want you on our team. Key responsibilities include: 70% Major gifts: The Executive Director will conduct discovery, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship within a portfolio of 75 to 150 major prospects, focusing on closing $1-2M annually in philanthropic support. 15% Unit liaison: Coordinate and participate in development activities within the Worldwide campus, ensuring a healthy relationship between the campus, central advancement, and the University. 15% Collaboration and communication: Synthesize complex scientific concepts into donor-friendly language for proposals, prepare fundraising outreach/updates/communications, and create written reports for foundations and updates for faculty.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a global leader in aviation and aerospace, is seeking a dynamic and seasoned fundraiser to join the Office of Philanthropy & Alumni Engagement in the role of Executive Director of Philanthropy for its Worldwide Campus. This online community takes pride in its longstanding relationship with the U.S. military and in supporting veterans. Under the leadership of Chancellor John Watret, the Worldwide campus offers degree programs from aviation and applied sciences to business, engineering, intelligence, and space. The Executive Director of Philanthropy for the Worldwide campus works to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts from alumni and community partners. The ideal candidate will provide leadership and coordination to the campus in approaching donors for major gifts and working closely with academic leadership, faculty, and development colleagues. They will develop and implement fundraising strategies, prepare compelling oral and written proposals, build and maintain effective relationships with booster supporters. Reporting to Senior Executive Director of Philanthropy-Worldwide, and collaborating closely with the Worldwide campus leadership, the Executive Director of Philanthropy will chart the course for campus-wide fundraising success, cultivating relationships with esteemed alumni, foundations, and corporate partners. This isn't just a job it's an opportunity to be a catalyst for change, a champion of innovation, and a guardian of our legacy. If you're ready to make waves, break barriers, and leave an indelible mark on the future of aerospace education, we want you on our team. Key responsibilities include: 70% Major gifts: The Executive Director will conduct discovery, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship within a portfolio of 75 to 150 major prospects, focusing on closing $1-2M annually in philanthropic support. 15% Unit liaison: Coordinate and participate in development activities within the Worldwide campus, ensuring a healthy relationship between the campus, central advancement, and the University. 15% Collaboration and communication: Synthesize complex scientific concepts into donor-friendly language for proposals, prepare fundraising outreach/updates/communications, and create written reports for foundations and updates for faculty.