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University of North Carolina - Charlotte

Director of Development

🇺🇸 Charlotte, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $86K - $100K 💻 Communications 🗓️ April 18th, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary

UNC Charlotte is hiring a Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts for the College of Humanities & Earth and Social Sciences and university-wide initiatives. The role involves managing a portfolio of major gift prospects, developing innovative fundraising strategies, partnering with college leadership, and driving significant philanthropic contributions to support the For the Love of Charlotte campaign.

Highlights

  • Drive fundraising efforts to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward philanthropic gifts ranging from $35,000 to $1,000,000.

  • Manage a personal portfolio of 125–150 major gift prospects and conduct 125+ strategic donor meetings annually.

  • Develop tailored fundraising plans aligned with the $500 million For the Love of Charlotte campaign goals.

  • Act as the chief fundraiser and primary partner to the Dean and College leadership, preparing them for high-level solicitations.

  • Create and deliver compelling philanthropic proposals and presentations to inspire transformational investments.

  • Lead and mentor junior major gifts team members to promote high performance.

  • Collaborate with university advancement departments including Gift Planning, Annual Giving, Prospect Research, and Alumni Affairs.

  • Maintain accurate donor records and ensure compliance with university policies, ethical standards, and legal procedures.

  • Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in major gift fundraising or related fields; a valid driver’s license is required.

  • Salary range is $86,243 to $100,000 annually, with the position based in the University Advancement division.