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University of Florida

Director/Senior Director of Regional Development, South Florida

🇺🇸 Hybrid - South Florida, FL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 TBD

💻 Development & Advancement

🗓️ December 15th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Florida is hiring a Director/Senior Director of Regional Development, South Florida. This role leads major and principal gift fundraising efforts by cultivating donors capable of gifts exceeding $100,000, partnering with university leaders, faculty, and volunteers to create tailored engagement strategies that align donor passions with UF's teaching, research, and innovation goals.

Highlights
  • Manage identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift prospects, focusing on donors with capacity above $100,000, emphasizing $1 million+ commitments.
  • Develop and execute multi-year solicitation strategies tailored to donor interests and university priorities using moves management framework.
  • Collaborate with academic units and university leaders to design donor strategies for significant philanthropic investments.
  • Build relationships with donors through high-level engagement events, personalized briefings, and exceptional stewardship practices.
  • Required qualifications include a Master’s degree with 3-6 years of relevant development experience or a Bachelor’s degree with 5-8 years of experience.
  • Preferred candidates have at least eight years of major gift fundraising success, including experience in university fundraising and campaign leadership.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, internet browsers, email platforms, and familiarity with donor databases and contact management systems is highly preferred.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel.
  • Compensation is competitive and aligned with South Florida market standards, with a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, paid leave, tuition assistance, and PSFL eligibility.
  • The position supports UF’s strategic plan and comprehensive campaigns, aiming to strengthen philanthropy in education, research, and innovation.