Executive Director of Advancement

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Communications 🗓️ June 8th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

The College of Education is hiring an Executive Director of Advancement. This role leads fundraising efforts, manages advancement programs including communications and alumni relations, and oversees public support initiatives to enhance the College’s financial and stakeholder engagement goals.

Highlights

Serve as chief fundraiser overseeing strategy for College of Education, Lastinger Center, and New Worlds Reading Initiative.
Manage cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gifts of $100,000 or more.
Coordinate fundraising activities with college development officers, alumni, faculty, and administration.
Lead and supervise staff in Development, Private Grants, and Alumni Relations functions.
Develop and implement fundraising strategies and monitor program progress.
Prepare major gift proposals and manage donor recognition consistent with College and University standards.
Master’s degree with 8 years or bachelor’s degree with 10 years of related experience required.
Preferred experience includes 5-7 years in major/leadership gift fundraising and university setting.
Proficiency in Windows OS, Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, donor databases, and familiarity with AI communication tools.
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.