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North Carolina State University

Senior Director of Philanthropy, University Libraries

🇺🇸 Raleigh, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ April 3rd, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

North Carolina State University is hiring a Senior Director of Philanthropy, University Libraries. The role involves leading major gift fundraising efforts of $100k+, strengthening donor relationships, and preparing for future campaign initiatives. The Senior Director will collaborate with university leaders to implement aggressive fundraising goals and provide strategic direction to the University's Libraries development team.

Highlights

  • Lead and grow the major gifts program by building a pipeline of high-value donors through identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

  • Collaborate with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for University Development and Senior Vice Provost to shape fundraising strategies aligned with unit goals.

  • Provide mentorship and strategic guidance to development staff on prospect strategies and solicitation approaches.

  • Coordinate engagement and stewardship activities with advancement colleagues across the university.

  • Strong knowledge of fundraising principles, ethics, and major gift solicitation required.

  • Bachelor’s degree with at least five years of progressive fundraising experience; master’s degree preferred.

  • Proven success securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.

  • Excellent communication, organizational skills, and experience with electronic donor information systems.

  • Valid driver’s license required with frequent local and out-of-state travel, including events during nights and weekends.

  • Position housed within University Development, NC State’s University Advancement division supporting the University Libraries.