About the role#
The Indiana University Foundation is looking for an Associate Director of Development to focus on scholarships and the student experience at IU Indianapolis. This role centers on frontline fundraising, where you will manage a portfolio of 40 to 50 major gift prospects and leadership-level donors. You will work to connect donor interests with university priorities, including educational access, student success, and various campus programs. This position is a fit for someone ready to grow their major gift experience while building on existing philanthropic momentum.
What you'll do#
- Manage a portfolio of 40 to 50 major gift prospects and leadership-level donors.
- Partner with Enrollment Management, Student Affairs, Undergraduate Education, and the Groups Scholars Program.
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward significant donor relationships.
- Identify individuals with the capacity and interest to deepen their investment in the university.
- Uncover new philanthropic possibilities and grow scholarship support.
- Deepen partnerships across the university and explore emerging opportunities related to the student experience.
What you'll need#
- A bachelor’s degree or a combination of related education and experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in fundraising, development, major gifts, annual giving, alumni relations, or community engagement.
- Experience with major gift fundraising or demonstrated exposure to major gift development work.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, matrixed organizational environment.
- Proficiency in managing multiple priorities and using CRM or prospect management systems.
- Experience in Student Affairs or student-centered fundraising is a plus.
- Ability to travel locally, regionally, and occasionally nationally, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- This is a full-time, on-site position.
- Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
About Indiana University Foundation
The Indiana University Foundation supports Indiana University by securing private financial gifts. It operates as a nonprofit corporation based in Bloomington. A group of alumni and community members started the organization in 1936. The foundation maintains a staff of between 201 and 500 people.
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