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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Advancement Officer for Discovery and Impact

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Chapel Hill, NC

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $73K - $95K

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ October 20th, 2025

CRM

Edtech.com's Summary

UNC-Chapel Hill is hiring an Advancement Officer for Discovery and Impact. This role requires identifying and qualifying new and lapsed donors, securing annual and major gifts, and building a strong donor pipeline for the Gillings School of Global Public Health through meetings with individuals, foundations, and corporations.

Highlights
  • Develop and manage a portfolio of prospects and donors aligned with UNC baseline standards for philanthropy officers.
  • Engage in comprehensive relationship management involving school leadership, faculty, staff, board members, and donors.
  • Collaborate with development staff within UNC Gillings and the broader UNC community.
  • Secure corporate gifts and sponsorships for school events in addition to individual donations.
  • Use knowledge of the donor cycle specific to higher education fundraising.
  • Proficiency with Constituent Relationship Management (CRM) software or fundraising databases preferred.
  • Require relevant post-baccalaureate degree and minimum three years of related professional experience, or a bachelor's degree with five years of experience.
  • Must demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and ability to travel 2-3 times monthly, including overnight and flexible hours.
  • Salary range is $73,350 - $95,000 annually with a full-time, permanent appointment.
  • Reports to the Sr. Director of Development, Foundation Relations & Industry Engagement.