Associate Director of Development
Department: Kenan-Flagler Business School -330100
Career Area: Development and Fundraising
Posting Open Date: 01/05/2023
Application Deadline: 01/26/2023
Open Until Filled: No
Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title: Associate Director of Development
Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number: 20029695
Vacancy ID: NF0006576
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent
FTE: 1
Hours per week: 40
Position Location: North Carolina, US
Hiring Range: $73,350 – $90,000
Proposed Start Date: 02/13/2023
Position Information
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
At UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently. And more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation, and impact and it goes back to our founding. It’s not just something on paper, we live it, and we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world-class education to our students. We understand that recruiting diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent is vital in achieving this. If you want to be a part of this vision we want to hear from you.
Position Summary
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
The UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School is seeking an Associate Director of Development to be a part of a successful and dynamic major gifts team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, the Associate Director of Development will be responsible for cultivating and soliciting gifts of $100,000 and above from individual alumni and friends of the business school, and will have other related responsibilities. The Associate Director will build relationships with Kenan-Flagler’s leadership, faculty, and key donors and prospects and will have significant interaction with alumni volunteers. The position will be located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with related experience. For positions with responsibility for direct solicitation of gifts and funds, a minimum of 1 year of professional-level, direct solicitation/fundraising experience is required.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
A minimum of three or more years of professional-level, direct solicitation/fundraising (or related) experience, and a strong understanding of the nature and purpose of higher education is required.
Ability to travel 2-3 times per month.
Ability to work nights and weekends as required.
Ability to perform well under pressure.
Exceptional interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
High level of enthusiasm, creativity, and a strong drive to be successful.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Preference will be given to candidates with a relevant post-Baccalaureate degree (or foreign degree equivalent).
Prefer a connection to UNC.
Experience closing gifts over $100,000 is preferred.
Prefer experience using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software or fundraising databases (ex. Blackbaud.)
Special Instructions
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/247509
Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Email: mayra_reyes@kenan-flagler.unc.edu
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding the position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Curriculum Vitae / Resume
2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
1. List of References
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
1. * Please select the response below that describes your level of education that best or mostly closely satisfies the education requirements for this position.
- Bachelor’s degree in the required discipline(s) listed or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in any field/discipline
- Master’s degree or Doctorate degree in the required discipline(s) listed or related field
- Master’s degree or Doctorate degree in any field/discipline
- None of the above
