BA plus 3-5 years in advancement or a related field, preferably in higher education and be passionate about building relationships with donors, alumni, parents and friends. The Director, Major Gifts will have track record that demonstrates solid fundraising results and demonstrated success soliciting and closing major gifts and have demonstrated success in working closely with a Dean or senior leader of an organization, as well as experience working with groups comprising prominent corporate and community volunteers and alumni.

Valid driver's license and access to reliable auto for travel related to position accountabilities

The successful candidate for this role will be intellectually curious, possess a passion for the value of Catholic higher education, and be able to translate the priorities of faculty and academic leadership into a compelling philanthropic vision. The successful candidate must also be able to balance collaboration with the team with expectations as an individual fundraising contributor. Other key competencies of the successful candidate for this position include:

• Excellence in written and verbal communication
• Social intelligence and cultural awareness
• Emotional and interpersonal intelligence
• Ability to learn and adapt to new concepts/ideas
• Inclusiveness and a commitment to inclusion
• Integrity and ethical decision-making
• An understanding of conflict and change management
• Patience balanced with persistence