JOB TITLE:  Director of Major Gifts

JOB CODE NUMBER:  121089

DEPARTMENT:            Institutional Advancement  

ASSIGNMENT:            The successful candidate will direct the major gift program at UVI while representing the breadth of the University and its constituents; developing and executing long and short-term strategies to secure major and planned gifts of $10,000 and more in concert with the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and the administrative staff of UVI.  The candidate will take the lead in strategic planning for major events and activities, which includes capital campaigning; will be instrumental in drafting and executing departmental long and short term strategic goals and objectives. The candidate’s primary responsibilities will be implemented through visits with UVI constituents and donors throughout the Caribbean and continental United States and all other duties assigned.   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of proven success in development, with at least two years of major gift experience.

• Experience in higher education preferred.

• Sound knowledge of laws, practices and philosophy of charitable giving.

• Demonstrated track record of financial development and/or sales productivity in a complex work environment.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse array of personalities under pressure and deadlines.

• Knowledge of the Caribbean community and culture is a plus.

•  Availability to travel and participate in evening and weekend activities.

 COMPENSATION:  The salary range for this position is $60,671 to $72,539 for the administrative year depending on experience and qualifications.  Benefits include the liberal TIAA-CREF or the Virgin Islands Government Retirement Plan, and a comprehensive group medical, dental, and life insurance program.

TRAVEL AND

SHIPPING:                If applicable, one-way economy airfare to St. Croix for appointee and immediate family and an agreed upon amount for shipping allowance  will be paid by the University upon presentation of receipts.

APPLICATION

PROCEDURES:      In order to be considered you must submit an employment application, cover letter, resume/curriculum vitae, official college transcript(s), and three (3) letters of recommendation to:  University of the Virgin Islands, Human Resources Department, #2 John Brewers Bay, St. Thomas, VI  00802-9990 or email hrweb@uvi.edu.

APPLICATION

DEADLINE:             Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.