Associate Director of Development, Parent and Family Giving

The Associate Director of Development for Parent and Family Giving will help advance the mission of Miami University by planning, organizing, and implementing strategies to increase the level of personal involvement and financial commitment of parents and family members of current and former students. Particular emphasis will be given to strategies seeking philanthropic and volunteer support for the parents and families of current students at Miami University.

Job Description

Miami University launched the $1 billion For love. For honor. FOR THOSE WHO WILL. campaign in October 2022. The financial goal for this campaign reflects the magnitude of our aspirations. We believe that by strategically investing in four cornerstones - Scholarships, Business and Entrepreneurship, Clinical Health Sciences, and Digital Innovation and Technology - we can address critical global concerns and support the great challenges of our times. The positive impact this campaign will have on Miami University and our society will be felt for decades to come. 

Miami University is a public university founded in 1809 with over 200,000 alumni and 20,000 enrolled students. With its close proximity to the city of Cincinnati coupled with a nationally recognized excellence in undergraduate education, there is a significant opportunity to increase support from alumni, friends, and partners. Everyone on our team plays a part in achieving this goal.

Parents play a vital role in the life of Miami University. Through advocacy, volunteering, and philanthropy, they have a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact for current and future Redhawks. The newly established Associate Director of Development for Parent and Family Giving is essential in supporting parents and families as they engage in the life of the university, fostering connections that enhance the Miami experience and drive meaningful support.

Miami University recognizes that technology enables us to find new ways of providing first class service and workplace flexibility. This position is approved for remote work on a hybrid basis, following a successful period of six (6) months of employment. Remote work is a working arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason.

In alignment with Miami University’s statement on Diversity and Inclusion, University Advancement is committed to and fully embraces the philosophy and belief that a diverse community is among an institution's greatest strengths. We recognize that every Miamian has a unique story and unfortunately many are marked with challenges and pain based on one or more of their identities. We thus acknowledge the painful and difficult experiences at Miami past and present. We are committed to recognizing and celebrating all Miamians. We aspire to connect Miami with our diverse constituencies and create pathways for current and future Miamians of all backgrounds. We choose to honor Miami University’s holistic approach to and definition of diversity as our guide. This statement is only a part of Advancement’s efforts.

The Division of University Advancement is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all people feel safe, valued, and respected. To view our full statement including our specific commitments, please visit our website: miamialum.org/DEI_statement.

Duties:

• Act as an integral part of the development team, collaborating closely with the Senior Director of Development to advance campaign goals specifically for parent and family giving.
• Drive strategic fundraising efforts and meet annual targets for Parent and Family Giving.
• Travel extensively across regions and nationwide to build lasting relationships that support ambitious fundraising metrics.
• Partner with the Senior Director of Development to develop and execute a comprehensive engagement and fundraising strategy for current students' parents to increase philanthropic support significantly.
• Design programming, events, volunteer opportunities, and communications to maximize Miami University Parent community engagement.
• Prepare and present gift proposals to prospects with input from faculty, administrators, deans, and development officers. Proposals may include multi-year commitments and various giving options, including real estate, personal property, securities, wills, trusts, annuities, and insurance.
• Facilitate parent and family involvement through campus visits and regional events.
• Develop and implement assessment, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for assigned prospects, working in collaboration with Office of Development staff, university faculty, and administrators.
• Perform other mission-aligned duties as directed by the Senior Director of Development for Student Life and University Libraries.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of three years of experience in fundraising, sales, business development, and/or comparable work experience. Internships, volunteer work, and other experience gained during the completion of degree programs may be counted towards these requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct fundraising experience – including both individual and corporate experience
• Experience working in an educational setting
   

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to collaborative approach to fundraising
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to travel extensively both on a regional and national level