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Area of Responsibility
Development/Fundraising
Type
Full-Time
Location
Coral Gables, Florida

Senior Director, Athletic Development

University of MiamiFull-TimeCoral Gables, FL


The Senior Director of Development cultivates and solicits major gift needs for the athletics department. Moreover, the Senior Director of Development liaises with Athletic Development leaders to strategically align with department and sport-specific needs with the interests and resources of donors.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS                                                                                                           

  • Develop, cultivate, solicit and steward a donor portfolio of 125 major giving prospects.

  • Meet impactful interaction and solicitation goals set annually by supervisor in alignment with department priorities. 

  • Documents all contacts, communications, visits, and proposals in appropriate donor files.

  • Assist in managing fundraising strategy with the Associate AD of Development to maximize donation revenue and major gift pipeline efficiency. 

  • Ensures regular communications and stewardship with donors, including re-solicitations, and proper acknowledgement of gifts and pledge payments.

  • Determines fundable sport-specific projects and packages them appropriately for consideration by donors.

  • Assist in the development of a comprehensive communications strategy supporting the overall fundraising process.

  • Research and solicitation of planned and deferred gifts

  • Makes recommendations to leadership and coaches concerning their roles and involvement in identifying, cultivating, or soliciting donor prospects.

  • Other duties as assigned by Associate Athletic Director for Development.

  • Responsible for maintaining compliance with all NCAA, Atlantic Coast Conference, University of Miami and departmental policies and procedures. 

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required.

Experience:

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.