Associate Director for Philanthropy

Posting Details

Posting Information

Posting Number
PG195026EP

Internal Recruitment
No

Working Title
Associate Director for Philanthropy

Anticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience and education

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8a - 5p and other hours as needed to fulfill the duties of this position; flexible work arrangement available.

Job Location
Raleigh, NC

Department
University Development

Essential Job Duties

Reporting to the Executive Director for Corporate and Foundation Relations in University Development, the Associate Director of Philanthropy will serve as a member of the corporate and foundation relations team, supporting all areas of the university and specifically the Kenan Fellows Program as the assigned portfolio. The position will collaborate closely with program leaders, NC State advancement staff and volunteers in identifying, qualifying, and developing relationships with alumni and donors to solicit and secure private philanthropic support for the university.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Through strategic identification, qualification and cultivation, build and manage a pipeline and portfolio of individual, corporate and foundation prospects with the capacity and inclination to make current-use gifts of $25,000-$99,999 or more to the university and assigned college(s)/unit(s).
• Consistently meet individual discovery, contact and fundraising goals, including monthly meetings and participation in annual solicitations; document all development activities in a timely manner.
• Focus on creating a productive portfolio of donors by managing and moving efficiently through the discovery and qualification process.
• Assist the assigned college/unit's leadership in developing and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and recognition, ensuring that prospects are advanced through the pipeline in a thoughtful and deliberate manner.
• Coordinate and host campus visits by donors, and participate in donor recognition.
• Develop strategic relationships among faculty, alumni, friends and campus colleagues that result in effective partnerships and increased philanthropic funding.
• Represent college(s) at universitywide donor events.

Other Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Attend a variety of events throughout the year.
• Regular travel and occasional night and weekend work are required.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a minimum of three (3) years or greater of relevant experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and ethics of fundraising
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; outstanding interpersonal skills
• Proven experience with cold calling, negotiating, and closing business deals / gifts
• Ability to build trust-based, respectful and effective relationships in a large, complex organization
• Commitment to a collegial and collaborative team approach to fundraising
• Strong organizational skills with a high attention to detail; ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
• Self-motivated and self-starting
• Unquestioned integrity
• Optimism, perseverance, and a positive attitude
• Computer literacy and competency

Preferred Qualifications

• Personal belief in mission, goals, and objectives of public higher education
• Experience in higher education institutional advancement
• An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university environment
• Grant writing experience.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

• A valid North Carolina Driver's License is required within 60 days of start date. Must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Valid NC Driver's License required
Yes

Commercial Driver's License required
No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date
11/09/2026

Anticipated Close Date
Open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number
00103242

Position Type
Exempt Professional Staff

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0

Appointment
12 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID
082001 - University Development