Auburn Advancement is excited to begin the search for a Director of Development (College of Education) to join our philanthropy team! You will lead and inspire a passionate team to secure transformative philanthropic contributions, vital for the advancement and enrichment of the College of Education, Auburn Advancement, and Auburn University. Your leadership and partnered vision will cultivate meaningful relationships and drive impactful support that empowers our mission and fuels Auburn University’s growth.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead with Vision: Manage and motivate a team of talented fundraisers to achieve ambitious fundraising goals, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
- Engage and Inspire: Work with prospects, donors, corporations, foundations, faculty, and high-level administrators to secure funding and support for the College of Education.
- Drive Impactful Fundraising: Maintain comprehensive and consistent records, regularly auditing data for accuracy and integrity to support reporting and compliance requirements.
- Champion Philanthropy: Build meaningful relationships with philanthropic donors, securing transformative gifts, and inspiring a culture of giving that directly supports the College of Education, Auburn Advancement, and Auburn University’s mission and growth.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly contribute to the growth and success of Auburn University and its priorities.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to making a difference.
- Purpose Driven Work: Align your passion and fulfillment to your work, where you’re trusted to reach your full potential and achieve your pinnacle career experience.
- Culture by Design: Thrive in a culture that champions respect, accountability, and professional development.
Now is the perfect time to join Auburn Advancement, a dynamic team encompassing Operations and Strategy, Culture and Talent, Engagement, Philanthropy, and Communications. Under the visionary leadership of Senior Vice President Rob Wellbaum - a seasoned and respected advancement professional - our organization is set to revolutionize the future of Advancement.
The College of Education is a leading institution dedicated to preparing educators, administrators, and professionals for impactful careers. Under the leadership of Dean Jeffrey Fairbrother, the college thrives as a hub for innovative teaching, research, and outreach, offering programs that equip students with the skills needed to excel in today’s educational environments. Dean Fairbrother brings extensive experience in academic leadership and a commitment to advancing educational excellence.
This position reports jointly to the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy and the Dean of the College of Education.
*The nature of this role is highly externally focused, requiring frequent travel and meetings on and off campus during regular and non-traditional business hours, and is therefore expected to operate with high-levels of autonomy*
