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Director for Major Gifts and Scholarship Stewardship

Employer
Hofstra University
Location
Hempstead, NY

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About Hofstra:

Hofstra University is nationally ranked and recognized as Long Island’s largest private university located in Hempstead, N.Y. When you work at Hofstra, you join a team of talented professionals committed to preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow, in an environment that cultivates learning through the free and open exchange of ideas for the betterment of humankind. The work we do at Hofstra supports the education and well-being of our students, and the workforce of the future. While working towards this mission, employees can take advantage of many enriching experiences on campus. Whether it’s a lunchtime lecture, a Division I NCAA athletics game, a musical concert, a theatre performance, or a visit to one of our two accredited museums, there is always something exciting to do at Hofstra. Enjoy the ease of going to the fitness center, taking a swim, or grabbing a bite to eat without having to leave our beautiful campus! Hofstra University is dedicated to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diverse academic community of students, faculty, staff, and administrators respectful of the contributions and dignity of each of its members. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.

Position Title:

Director for Major Gifts and Scholarship Stewardship

Position Number:

898661

School/Division:

Office of Vice Pres. of Development (division)

Department:

Office for Development and Alumni Affairs

Full-Time or Part-Time:

Full-Time

Description:

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development and Alumni Affairs, Hofstra University is seeking a Director of Major Gifts and Scholarship Stewardship who will serve as a member of the Development and Alumni Affairs team. The Director should be a seasoned professional in major gift fundraising and constituent relations. The Director will be assigned to manage a portfolio of donors and prospects and is expected to meet annual fundraising and face-to-face visit goals. The Director will support all University priorities at the intersection of a donor’s funding interests. The Director will manage volunteers as part of a leadership advisory board, in accordance with a Dean and/or other University leadership. Additionally, the Director will develop and implement strategies that strengthen donor connections and foster long-term relationships with scholarship donors and prospects to generate lasting and impactful support for the University.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Overall administration of stewardship communication, including personal cultivation and preparation of gift agreements, correspondence, and reports.
  • The Director works independently and collaboratively with major gift officers and the Special Events team; manages the stewardship of scholarship funds in partnership with Financial Aid and Financial Affairs to ensure donor intent is followed; and serves as liaison to donors and scholarship recipients.
  • Make a set number of annual individual face to face visits with donors and/or prospective donors.
  • Make a set number of annual solicitation requests with increasing levels.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Minimum of three to five years of experience in constituent relations or development, preferably in a university setting or non-profit organization.
  • The Director must have demonstrated knowledge of fundraising principles, effective interpersonal and organizational skills, and ability to work with diverse constituencies with professionalism and diplomacy and be adept in managing multiple projects under demanding deadlines.
  • Ability to travel and work early mornings, evenings, and weekends as needed.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel.

Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Date Posted:

04/05/2023

EEO Statement:

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

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Working at Hofstra University

Hofstra University is a dynamic private university where students will benefit from large-university resources and thrive within a small college atmosphere.  At Hofstra, students can choose from 155 undergraduate and 170 graduate program options within the Frank G. Zarb School of Business; Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences: the Peter S. Kalikow School of Government, Public Policy and International Affairs; School of Humanities, Fine and Performing Arts; School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics; the Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine at Hofstra University and Hofstra Northwell School of Graduate Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies at Hofstra University; Hofstra University Continuing Education; Honors College; Lawrence Herbert School of Communication; Maurice A. Deane School of Law; School of Education; School of Engineering and Applied Science; and School of Health Professions and Human Services. Students also benefit from small classes (student-to-faculty ratio of 13-to-1 and an average undergraduate class size of just 21 students), flexible schedules, and close proximity to the cultural and networking aspects of New York City.

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