Assistant Dean of Development
Salary Range: $102,100 – $185,000
Position Number
20033257
Application Deadline
01/17/2025
Proposed Start Date
02/17/2025
Position Description:
This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
The Assistant Dean of Development will be responsible for leading a team of major gift fundraisers; cultivating and soliciting major gifts over $100,000 through building relationships with Kenan-Flagler’s key donors and many new prospects; and helping chart the school’s path to success in its next campaign. The position reports to the Associate Dean for Advancement and serves as a member of the school’s Advancement Leadership Team.
Essential Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
The Assistant Dean will be an accomplished fundraising professional and leader with a proven track record of success, with a minimum of seven years of major gift fundraising experience. The Assistant Dean will also bring a proven track record of leading frontline fundraisers. Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented, ability to meet multiple deadlines, excellent organizational skills, and computer skills. Ability to work independently, meet ambitious goals and interact effectively with alumni, friends, faculty, and staff in a public research university. Experience working with and inspiring the confidence of multiple constituencies, including advancement staff, volunteers, top-level donors and prospects, and administrative officials. Regular business travel and periodic /evening weekend work is required.
Education Requirements:
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with related experience. For positions with responsibility for direct solicitation of gifts and funds, a minimum of 1 year of professional-level, direct solicitation/fundraising experience is required.
Qualifications and Experience:
Ideal candidates will have a minimum of ten years of major gift fundraising experience and five years in direct ask solicitations at the $100,000 level and above.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting:
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/293620
Department Contact Name and Title: Mayra Reyes
Department Contact Telephone or Email: mayra_reyes@kenan-flagler.unc.edu
Posting Open Date: 12/20/2024
Posting Close Date: 01/17/2025
Open Until Filled: No
Office of Human Resources Contact Information: If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
