- Full Time
- AUSTIN, TX
Utaustin
Utaustin seeks an Assistant Director of Development, Leadership Giving to join its advancement team in Austin, TX. This full-time position focuses on cultivating and stewarding major philanthropic relationships that support the university's academic and research mission.
About This Position
As Assistant Director of Development, Leadership Giving, you will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gifts from individuals capable of making significant leadership-level commitments to Utaustin. Working in Austin, you'll manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, building meaningful relationships while advancing the university's philanthropic goals through strategic engagement and stewardship.
Responsibilities
- Identify and engage prospects with major gift potential aligned with Utaustin's strategic priorities
- Develop and maintain a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects, ensuring regular meaningful contact
- Prepare and present compelling gift proposals, case statements, and solicitation materials
- Collaborate with deans, faculty, and college development staff to identify funding opportunities and donor interests
- Plan and execute donor recognition, cultivation events, and stewardship activities
- Track donor interactions, gift activity, and campaign progress in the university's development system
- Contribute to major gift strategies and annual fundraising campaign planning
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree; graduate degree in nonprofit management, fundraising, or related field preferred
- Experience in major gifts fundraising or institutional advancement
- Demonstrated success cultivating and securing significant philanthropic commitments
- Strong written and oral communication and proposal development skills
- Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency with donor databases and fundraising software systems
- Strategic thinking and ability to align donor interests with institutional needs
- Organized, detail-oriented approach to managing multiple donor relationships and priorities
- Genuine commitment to higher education and Utaustin's mission
More About Utaustin
Utaustin is a leading public research institution in Austin, Texas, dedicated to advancing knowledge through education, research, and community engagement. The university comprises diverse schools and colleges that drive innovation and prepare leaders in their fields. As Assistant Director of Development, Leadership Giving, you'll join an advancement team committed to building private philanthropic support essential to Utaustin's continued excellence.
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