Senior Director of Development - Major Giving

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Athens, OH 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $81K - $138K 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ May 11th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Ohio University is hiring a Senior Director of Development - Major Giving to lead major gift fundraising efforts for assigned colleges or units. The role involves identifying, cultivating, and soliciting donors while developing strategic plans and coordinating donor stewardship to support university advancement.

Highlights

Lead major gift fundraising and manage a portfolio of prospective donors.
Develop strategic development plans and coordinate stewardship activities.
Collaborate with internal teams such as Gift Planning, Annual Giving, and Corporate/Foundation Relations.
Serve as a strategic advisor and liaison between academic/unit leadership and donors.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 10 years of related professional experience.
Manage development travel, organize key events, and foster alumni engagement.
Responsible for aligning development priorities with university strategic goals.
Target salary range: $80,593 to $138,208, with benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid holidays, and retirement.
Role includes high decision-making autonomy and limited supervisory responsibilities.
Supports the Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts or the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine.