Executive Director of Advancement, Family & Campus Development

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Communications 🗓️ July 3rd, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of Florida is hiring an Executive Director of Advancement, Family & Campus Development. The role involves leading fundraising activities across several university divisions, managing advancement teams, and creating impactful donor engagement strategies to support student experience and campus initiatives.

Highlights

Lead fundraising efforts for Family & Campus Development, including Parent & Family Programs and Leadership Annual Giving.
Manage portfolios of major gift prospects with solicitations of $100,000 and above, aiming for 80 face-to-face visits annually.
Oversee advancement teams in the Division of Student Life and Division of Enrollment Management.
Develop and implement communications strategies to promote philanthropic opportunities.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with university departments, volunteers, and donors.
Supervise Directors and staff, fostering team accountability and strategic planning alignment.
Required qualifications include a Master's degree with eight years, or a Bachelor's degree with ten years of relevant experience.
Preferred experience includes five to seven years in major gift fundraising with proven success in soliciting gifts of $100,000+ and knowledge of donor databases and fundraising principles.
Proficient with Windows OS, Microsoft Office Suite, internet browsers, email platforms, and data-driven donor management systems.
Compensation is commensurate with education and experience; benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.