Strategic Advancement Director

2 weeks ago

Bloemfontein, Orange Free State, South Africa Central University of Technology Full time
Director: Institutional Advancement

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director to lead our Institutional Advancement efforts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to advance the University's mission and goals.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Develop and oversee the execution of institutional strategies for development and fundraising in line with institutional priorities.
  2. Build and maintain partnerships and networks in support of the development & fundraising efforts of the university.
  3. Drive donor stewardship to encourage engagement and contributions to the university.
  4. Cultivate relationships with university Faculties, Departments, and entities for visibility and attractiveness of their work to potential donors.
  5. Lead proposal preparation and pursuit of major gift donations to the university.
  6. Oversee marketing, communications, events, and promotion activities to ensure effective brand positioning.
  7. Lead and oversee alumni affairs to generate and maintain alumni affinity and cultivate alumni giving, donations, and sponsorships.

Requirements

  • Master's level degree in Marketing or a related field.
  • Demonstrated success in raising or facilitating major donations, especially in a university context.
  • Good understanding of the university context and its context for institutional advancement.
  • Seven years' experience in managing fundraising, advancement, and related fields or transferable skills; of which at least three has been at a senior management level.
  • Demonstration of extensive networks in the external environment, both locally and internationally, in the area of fundraising and/or institutional advancement.
  • Demonstrated understanding of donor dynamics and development discourse, both locally and internationally.

Desired Qualifications

  • Ability to engage and build relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels, both within the University and externally.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
  • Doctorate level degree in Marketing or a related field.
  • Familiarity with the structure and functioning of a university in the context of advancement and its relationship with the donor sector.

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