Directors of Development
several positions available
University of Nevada, Reno Foundation
The Opportunity Overview
The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Director of Development to lead major gift fundraising efforts for three of its academic units (College of Liberal Arts, Orvis School of Nursing and School of Public Health). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced advancement professional to play a pivotal role in building private philanthropic partnerships that support academic excellence, enhance student experiences and advance the mission of Nevada’s flagship university. Reporting to one of the Executive Directors of Development and working closely with the assigned unit’s leadership, the Director of Development will identify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gift donors ($25,000+), while aligning fundraising strategies with the unit’s goals and priorities.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and four years of related professional experience or a Master’s degree and two years of related professional experience, preferably in higher education fundraising, non-profit organizations or a related field that emphasizes strong relationship-building and outcome-driven results. The ideal candidate is tenacious, proactive and driven by outcomes, with a strong sense of initiative and urgency. They take ownership, embrace challenges and focus on solutions rather than obstacles. Comfortable managing a portfolio and working independently, they are motivated by goals, metrics and meaningful engagement with donors. The Directors must be based on campus and will travel at least once a quarter, potentially more as strategic priorities dictate.
About University of Nevada, Reno
Inspiring excellence since 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno was established as Nevada’s land-grant institution. Today, the University is recognized as a Carnegie® Engaged University, a top research institutions by the Carnegie® Classification and a top National University by U.S. News & World Report. Opportunity is everywhere you look beginning on the central 290-acre campus filled with nearly 150 years of history and stretches to the Wayne L. Prim Campus, just minutes from the shores of Lake Tahoe, America's most renowned alpine lake. With more than 250 student organizations, students can connect with peers, mentors and faculty and pursue their personal interests and future career goals on a technologically advanced and welcoming campus.
About University of Nevada, Reno Foundation
The University of Nevada, Reno Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization separate from the University of Nevada, Reno. The Foundation was incorporated in 1981 to provide a mechanism for private individuals, corporations and foundations to make charitable gifts to the University. The Foundation receives, invests and administers funds to benefit the University, while honoring the philanthropic intent of its generous donors.
Location
Reno, NV
