Director of Development

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

. Develop and execute successful fundraising strategies for a portfolio of high-net-worth prospects capable of making $1M–$5M gifts .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeBrooklyn • New York • United StatesLead💰 $128,000 - $168,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing fundraising strategies, managing donor engagement, and maintaining a balanced portfolio of high-net-worth prospects. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for building relationships and enhancing fundraising success.

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Fundraising Strategy DevelopmentDonor Engagement ManagementPortfolio ManagementMS Office Suite ProficiencyExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Fundraising ExperiencePortfolio ManagementVolunteer Engagement StrategiesDonor Engagement StrategiesQualification and Cultivation Techniques

Soft Skills

InitiativeCollaborationActive ListeningEmpathyEngaging Conversationalist

Tools & Technologies

Various Software ApplicationsMS Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Fundraising Certificate Program

Industry Keywords

High-Net-Worth ProspectsPhilanthropyFundraising StrategiesStewardshipQualification and Solicitation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute successful fundraising strategies for a portfolio of high-net-worth prospects capable of making $1M–$5M gifts
Raise seven figures annually
Maintain a balanced portfolio focused on qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
Maintain a discovery prospect pool with emphasis on qualification leading to cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship portfolios
Complete a minimum of 100 in-person or virtual engagements and/or meetings
Travel occasionally, as University policy allows and when reasonably justified, to build relationships and develop philanthropy
Develop and manage volunteer and donor engagement strategies to enhance fundraising team success

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree
7+ years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of fundraising experience and education
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to take initiative and collaborate with others
Working knowledge of various software applications
Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
Ability to travel nationally
Experience developing and managing volunteer and donor engagement strategies
Master's Degree or completion of a fundraising certificate program preferred
Intellectual curiosity and interest in topics related to the University's funding priorities preferred
Engaging conversationalist, active listener, and ability to demonstrate empathy preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement with 60% to 80% onsite
Work-life integration
Occasional travel opportunities for relationship building and philanthropy
Equal treatment and opportunity in recruitment and hiring
Carbon-neutral and green campus initiatives