Director of Donor Engagement - College of Business

at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Information

Working Position Title
 Director of Donor Engagement - College of Business (36085)
Classification
 Director
Position Number
 00036085
Open Date
 05/31/2024
Close Date
Priority Review Date
 06/29/2024
Employee Class
 Staff
Full-Time/Part Time
 Full-Time
FTE
 1.00
Position Status
 Regular
FLSA
 Exempt
Job code
 1330SPS03
Union Representation
 Non-Union
Union Code 
 N/A
Unit/Department
 Gift Planning
College/Unit
 Gift Planning
Division
 University Advancement
Location
 BH 145
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
 https://foundation.myniu.com/
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview
At the NIU Foundation, our vision is to develop, support and encourage a culture of giving throughout the NIU community that will allow it to flourish and accomplish NIU's goal of becoming the most student-centered public research university in the Midwest.

The Director of Donor Engagement will support our mission of creating life-changing opportunities for our hardworking, dedicated students and faculty by serving as an integral member of the gift planning team. In partnership with the Senior Director of Advancement, the Director will provide strategic planning for donor engagement activities throughout the College of Business and beyond.

The ideal candidate demonstrates self-motivation and commitment to metric-driven performance and results. As a crucial member of the fundraising team, the ability to build and foster meaningful relationships is critical.
Position Summary
The Director of Donor Engagement is an Alumni and Donor Relations professional in the Office of Advancement in the College of Business. The Director is responsible for various duties necessary for effectively strengthening the ties between the alumni, donors, and the college. In addition, The Director will assist in overseeing the strategy, planning, organization, and implementation of programs designed to support the philanthropic endeavors of the COB.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Donor Engagement Strategic Planning & Execution - 40%
Develops, implements, and executes an alumni engagement plan for the College of Business, which includes alumni events with intended outcomes around engagement, discovery and/or cultivation, value-added programming, and strategic outreach initiatives.
Oversees and leads initiatives related to donor relations to maximize support from alumni, friends, and corporations through Discovery, Prospecting, and Cultivation.
Responsible for 35 - 65 annual visits in the Greater Chicagoland area but not limited to the region.
Progression of job responsibilities will include making 4 - 6 solicitations each year after the first year is completed at the mid-level gift range.
In partnership with the college's advancement leadership, direct the college's progress to donor-centric strategies, emphasizing the bold ideas that define the College of Business's educational plan and inspire transformational gifts.

Internal and External Partnership & Collaboration - 30%
Builds and maintains a strong partnership and consistent approach with the counterparts in advancement leadership, finding ways to reach a consensus on fundraising philosophy, structure, direction, and ongoing management.
Collaborates with Central Advancement Alumni Office to strengthen both the COB and the University's Alumni/Donor Engagement.
Collaborates with internal and external team members to develop and execute strategies to scale up a comprehensive, best-practice donor relations program for the COB. The goal will be to increase philanthropic support, grow endowments and expand the College of Business's visibility and importance among critical influencers, alumni, and donors at all levels.
Creates and maintains key relationships with external partners for the College of Business.
Performs additional tasks and activities as required.

Donor Relations & Stewardship - 30%
Customizes stewardship programs for qualified donors.
Provides strategic input and execution for all alumni and donor relations activities.
Oversees a donor-centered development service operation that positions the College of Business development team for success.
Provides strategic planning, management, and direction to support and promote development best practices related to development... For full info follow application link.

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.