Assistant Director of Advancement, College of Health & Human Sciences (3642
Listed on 2026-07-31
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Community Health, Non-Profit / Outreach, Fundraising / Charity, Volunteer / Humanitarian
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Assistant Director of Advancement, College of Health & Human Sciences (3642)Working Position Title Assistant Director of Advancement, College of Health & Human Sciences (3642)
Classification
Position Number
Position Number
Open Date
Open Date 02/26/2026
Close Date
Priority Review Date
Priority Review Date 03/31/2026
Employee Class
Employee Class Staff
Full-Time/Part Time
Full-Time/Part Time Full-Time
FTE
FTE 1.00
Position Status
Position Status Regular
FLSA
FLSA Exempt
Job code
Job code 1040
SPS
03
Union Representation
Union Representation Non-Union
Union Code
Union Code N/A
Unit/Department
Unit/Department Gift Planning
College/Unit
College/Unit Gift Planning
Division
Division University Advancement
Location
Location AL 135
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
Position Summary, Requirements, and QualificationsPosition Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications
Overview
Are you ready to be a driving force behind the next generation of health and human science professionals? We are seeking an Assistant Director of Advancement to fuel the mission of Northern Illinois University’s College of Health and Human Sciences ( CHHS ). In this high-impact role you will be a strategic partner in turning philanthropic potential into tangible progress.
The Skills You Bring to the Table
Your toolkit should include:
- The Art of Communication: A high level of proficiency in oral and written communication, with the specific ability to personally engage individuals and solicit contributions of time, talent, and philanthropic gifts.
- Strategic Relationship Building: A natural talent for building lasting, productive relationships with alumni, donors, and campus colleagues.
- Analytical Precision: The ability to assess complex situations accurately and devise effective strategies to advance the donor pipeline.
- Event & Group Mastery: Proficiency in coordinating high-impact events and group sessions that drive networking and engagement.
- Unwavering Integrity: A deep commitment to maintaining confidentiality and meeting the high ethical standards of the institution.
- Adaptable & Driven: A Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of relevant experience in fundraising, relations, or sales, with the flexibility to travel and work evenings or weekends as needed to reach our goals.
Position Summary
- Driving Philanthropic Growth: Take the lead on personal solicitations and secure vital philanthropic activity.
- Cultivating Lasting Connections: Facilitate interactions with a strategically identified group of alumni and donors to advance the University’s mission.
- Stewardship & Storytelling: Maintain a systematic communication to inform donors of the profound impact their contributions make
- Event Innovation: Organize and leverage local and regional events to foster networking and maintain a vibrant connection between alumni and the University
- Volunteer Leadership: Mobilize and train Advisory Council volunteers and assist with the annual Day of Giving to enhance engagement across the board.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Personal Solicitation & Qualification – 60%
- Provide knowledge and expertise related to NIUF and CHHS program engagement planning, to advance the College’s current and prospective donor pipeline.
- Conduct 60+ quality interactions with a strategically identified group of alumni and donors annually.
- Personally solicit $1,000+ gifts, including major gifts ($25,000+) and qualify major and planned gift prospects through strategic engagement.
- Secure $250,000+ in total philanthropic activity annually.
- Assist with direct mail and digital solicitations.
Alumni Donor & Engagement – 20%
- Engage alumni and donors to cultivate support through volunteerism, event attendance, and financial contributions, ensuring meaningful participation in NIU’s mission and the college’s goals.
- Maintain systematic communication with alumni and donors to keep them informed about the university’s and college’s initiatives and the impact of their contributions.
- Assist with stewardship of endowed and expendable funds, ensuring appropriate utilization and communicating impact to donors.
- Identify, train, and mobilize advisory council volunteers to…
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