Senior Director, Alumni Relations and Major Gifts

Northeast Ohio Medical University - Rootstown, OH

Full-time - Senior

Rootstown, OH

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Director of Alumni Relations and Major Gifts is responsible for designing and leading comprehensive alumni engagement strategies while managing a portfolio of major gifts prospects. This role focuses on building meaningful connections with alumni and driving major gifts fundraising efforts to support the institution's strategic goals. The position requires collaboration with senior leadership, advancement staff, and volunteers to achieve revenue targets and enhance alumni engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement innovative alumni engagement strategies to strengthen alumni ties to the institution.
• Oversee alumni events, programs, and communications, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission and goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with alumni volunteers, advisory boards, and networks to enhance outreach and participation.
• Utilize data analytics and alumni feedback to evaluate and refine engagement strategies.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of major gift prospects capable of making gifts at $25,000+ levels.
• Develop individualized strategies for donor engagement and solicitation in collaboration with key stakeholders and program staff.
• Prepare and deliver compelling proposals, presentations, and reports to secure major gifts and demonstrate impact.
• Supervise and mentor a team of alumni relations professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Partner with the marketing and communications team to develop materials that effectively engage alumni and donors.
• Manage departmental budgets and resources effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in alumni relations, fundraising, or a related field, with a proven track record in fostering relationships with alumni and donors.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and G-suite equivalents, Zoom, and database management.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced degree
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and securing six figure gifts and more
• Experience with Raiser's Edge software.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience.