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Director of Gift Planning
University of Delaware

The University of Delaware has a great tradition of excellence and stands at a critical milestone in our history.  With roots reaching back to 1743, we now are a community of 16,661 undergraduates, 3,670 graduate students, 1,200 faculty, and alumni, who excel in diverse fields in all corners of the world.

Today, we are setting out on a new path designed to engage closely with the critical issues of our day, to increase the global impact of the University, and to raise its prominence in the world.  This strategic plan, which charts our Path to Prominence™, is part of a continuing University conversation.  As a premier research and graduate university, the University of Delaware has the opportunity, and obligation, to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and to marshal that knowledge for the benefit of humanity.

A leader in international education, UD offered the first study-abroad program in the world in 1923.  Our alumni tell our story of achievement, from our first class, which included three signers of the Declaration of Independence and one signer of the U.S. Constitution to the more than 151,000 living Blue Hens who are making vital contributions to the world – notable alums include U.S. Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill; New Jersey Governor Chris Christie; Tony Award-winner Susan Stroman; current Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco; the inventor of Gore-Tex, Robert Gore; Wayne Westerman, whose revolutionary computer technology, based on human touch,  is used in Apple’s iPhone as well as other products;  and David Plouffe, chief strategist for President Barack Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign.

 UD’s exceptional faculty includes internationally known authors, scientists and artists, among them a Nobel laureate, and Guggenheim and Fulbright fellows. In July of 2011, the University of Delaware was named one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to the Chronicle of Higher Education’s 2011 Great Colleges to Work For program.

POSITION TITLE:                Director of Gift Planning

AREA:                                    Office of Development and Alumni Relations

RANK:                                   Level 15

STARTING DATE:               position currently available, open until filled

SALARY RANGE:               competitive

CONTACT:                           Martha Mitchell, Senior Director of Gift Planning, martham@udel.edu

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Office of Development and Alumni Relations invites applications for the Director of Gift Planning position.  Under the limited direction of the Senior Director of Gift Planning, the Director of Gift Planning is responsible for the development, promotion and implementation of the University's gift planning program including the oversight of comprehensive plans for soliciting and securing major planned gifts for colleges and programs. The Director secures major planned gifts (with a focus on six- and seven-figure gifts) to the University through the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors and donor prospects; develops strategies and proposals to secure gifts; manages a portfolio of approximately 125 major planned giving donors and prospects; maintains an aggressive visitation schedule and travels as necessary to meet with planned giving donors and prospects. Conducts and manages periodic seminars for donors and prospects designed to provide information relative to planned gifts; designs, plans and executes special events for the benefit of Carillon Circle membership, including social and academic opportunities for members. Serves as liaison for the University with estate planning professionals, including estate planning attorneys, financial planners, accountants, and other financial and legal advisors.

 QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor's degree, advanced degree preferred (or training and work experience at a level which equates to an advanced degree); minimum of 5 years of experience, preferably in gift planning or in a field providing comparable knowledge of tax law and financial and estate planning principles. Prior fundraising experience, significant knowledge of deferred giving arrangements and estate planning principles preferred; law degree is desirable; professional and personal maturity and strong written, verbal, organizational and interpersonal skills are necessary. An understanding of the nature and needs of a research university, vision, creativity and a sense of balance and perspective are highly desirable.  Skill in use of personal computer and related software applications, especially planned giving software (e.g., PG Calc); ability to supervise and train employees.

Ability and willingness to work occasional nights and weekends.

To apply, please visit our website at http://www.udel.edu/udjobs.

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Development Department

The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties

Utica, NY

Have you ever built a donor-centered development program for a Community Foundation? Does building relationships with engaged donors for one of the pre-eminent Community Foundations in the gateway to the Adirondack Mountains appeal to you? Will living and working in central New York, with its cultural opportunities, low cost of living, and proximity to four-season outdoor activities improve your quality of life? If so, then The Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties invites you to apply for the newly created position of Vice President of Development.
 

Based in Utica, NY, the Community Foundation is seeking a chief advancement officer, responsible for establishing and implementing a formal individual gifts program, including principal gifts, major gifts, annual fund, donor relations and marketing/communications on a moves management platform, to achieve the Foundation’s strategic objectives.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) or equivalent and a minimum of eight years experience leading individual giving programs or community foundation advancement efforts. The ideal candidate will have a background managing a team, projects and volunteers. Because the position will require extensive relationship building with prospects, as well as regular presentations to groups, extroverted individuals with strong interpersonal, oral and written communications skills should highlight these skills in the cover letter. Candidates with a sense of humor and desiring to make a difference for the community are most welcome. Visit www.foundationhoc.org for a detailed position description.

Inquiries, applications (including a resume, cover letter and three professional references), and nominations should be directed to Peggy O'Shea at moshea@foundationhoc.org. Please list VP Development in the e-mail subject line. A review of candidates will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only candidates who are being actively considered will be contacted.  

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF HERKIMER AND ONEIDA

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 
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