Assistant Director of Development (2 Vacancies
Job in
Carbondale, Jackson County, Illinois, 62901, USA
Listing for:
The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-08-13
Job specializations:
-
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Non-Profit / Outreach, Fundraising / Charity, Volunteer / Humanitarian, Youth Development
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 250000 USD Yearly
USD
250000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Assistant Director of Development (2 Vacancies)
Description
The Southern Illinois University Foundation invites applications for two Assistant Director of Development positions. The individuals in these positions are responsible for a portfolio ofmajor gift prospects and is expected to identify, cultivate, and solicit private financial support from alumni and friends of Southern Illinois University Carbondale. The successful candidate will be a member of the development staff and report to the Senior Director of Development Officer.
Travel, including nights and weekends, is required.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Examples of Duties
Orchestrate and execute the advancement of relationships with prospective donors through appropriate stages of qualifications,cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship culminating in private philanthropic support.In consultation with the Unit Development Officer, identify and establish personal contact with current and prospective major gift donors whose interest and financial capacity have the greatest likelihood of meeting the Foundation and University fundraising goals.Secure $250,000+ annually in new gifts and commitments forSIU.Conduct 50-100 documented face to face personal visits peryear, qualifying 20-40 new major gift prospects annually.Manage a portfolio of 25-50 prospects. Collaborate with appropriate development and academic staff to develop prospect strategies and build relationships.Set specific goals and objectives to effectively advance toward solicitation of major gifts.Become familiar with and understand key initiatives of the university relating to faculty, students, instruction and research.Prepare proposals and gift agreements as required for proper gift documentation. Ensure effective records maintenance, including timely filing of requests for prospect assignments, prospect strategies and contact reports using SIU Foundation’s prospect management system.Provide stewardship of gifts including acknowledgment process coordination recognition events, dedications and working with theUnit Development Officer on appropriate recognition.Report regularly on the progress toward annual action plans.Specific annual metrics and goals will be established at the beginning of each FY.Participate in weekly development staff meetings, monthly one-on-one meetings, a mid-year performance discussion and aperformance evaluation with the Unit Development Officer.Protects confidential information.Other duties as assigned by the Unit Development Officer.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with professional experience in fundraising or related non-profit organization work, alumni relations, PR/Marketing, or closely related field. Must havea valid driver’s license.
Required Documents:
Please submit a letter of application, CV/Resume, transcripts, and three references.
Contact:
Darla Peterman, darlape@foundation,siu.edu
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