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North Carolina State University

Executive Director of Philanthropy, Central Major Gifts

🇺🇸 Raleigh, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Communications 🗓️ March 14th, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary

NC State University is hiring an Executive Director of Philanthropy, Central Major Gifts. This leadership role drives strategy to secure financial support through the full gift cycle for a varied portfolio of major donors, collaborates university-wide on fundraising initiatives, and manages and mentors the central major gifts staff to meet ambitious philanthropic goals.

Highlights

  • Lead strategy and execution of securing major gifts ($50,000+) including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

  • Develop and monitor annual fundraising goals and produce progress reports.

  • Manage a personal portfolio of major gift donors and conduct meetings and solicitations.

  • Collaborate with university leaders, colleges, staff, and volunteers on donor engagement and fundraising efforts.

  • Build and manage regional fundraising programs involving multiple units and teams.

  • Supervise, mentor, and coach central major gifts staff to achieve fundraising objectives.

  • Required skills include major gift fundraising experience, strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years progressive institutional advancement experience and proven record securing six- or seven-figure gifts required.

  • Preferred qualifications include comprehensive campaign experience and familiarity with Tier One research university environment.

  • Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required within 60 days of employment.