SENIOR DIRECTOR, WEST COAST & MID WEST, MAJR GIFTS Boston University (BU) seeks a collaborative and entrepreneurial Senior Director, West & Midwest Regions to lead a seasoned team of major gift fundraisers working with a vast swath of the University's alumni and an abundant number of engaged and committed families and friends. This is an exciting opportunity for an enterprising leader in major gift fundraising to join an institution at the outset of a campaign that will propel ever-more ambitious achievement. Job Description Boston University is an international, comprehensive, private research university, committed to educating students to be reflective, resourceful individuals ready to live, adapt, and lead in an interconnected world. The Senior Director will be responsible for leading a donor-centric fundraising program and ensuring their team collectively surpasses ambitious annual fundraising goals and activity benchmarks. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Major Gifts, the Senior Director will be responsible for developing a regular cadence of strategic opportunities focused on engaging existing and prospective major donors with the end goal of qualifying, soliciting, and closing major gifts. Responsibilities Direct solicitation of major gifts at the $100,000-plus level, involving all phases of engagement and cultivation processes, including significant travel. Direct management of experienced gift officers to ensure significant fundraising productivity in service to the University's strategic goals. Establish and maintain Regional Leadership Councils and other effective, high-level volunteer structures designed to provide counsel, to identify prospects, and to assist with specific solicitations and other programmatic initiatives as necessary. Requirements A Bachelor's degree is required; advanced degree preferred. At least ten years of directly related experience, with at least five years of management experience. Outstanding and successful experience as a fundraiser, including comprehensive management of major gifts prospects. Strong development credentials; including proven track record of building and developing a high-level portfolio. Boston University is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status.

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