The Division of Philanthropic Alumni Engagement (PAE) at the University of Pittsburgh is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with donors, alumni, and stakeholders, supporting the University's mission in education, research, and healthcare. We invite you to become a pivotal part of our team as the Director of Development, Student Affairs.

In this role, you will serve as the integral part within PAE's Individual Giving, Schools and Centers department, reporting to the Executive Director of Development, Strategic Initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

Serve as the primary liaison between PAE and the Division of Student Affairs.Oversee all fundraising activities supporting Student Affairs, leveraging central resources and fostering collaboration.Partner closely with the Vice Provost of Student Affairs and other division leaders on development, alumni relations, and donor stewardship initiatives.Implement fundraising strategies by maintaining personal contact with prospects and involving relevant leadership, volunteers, and staff.Develop and execute strategies for qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of individual major gifts for the division.Ensure effective coordination of programs, projects, and activities by interacting with faculty, staff, development colleagues, volunteers, and external constituents.Research, write, edit, and oversee the preparation of persuasive solicitations, proposals, correspondence, and other development-related communications.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in supporting the University's mission. Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive, innovative, and dynamic team. Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about PAE and apply today.

Join us in shaping the future of education, research, and healthcare at the University of Pittsburgh

Oversees development of a program, plans, and activities to create and execute a comprehensive development plan achieving new and recurring contributions to a school, foundation, program, and/or group. Manages a portfolio of major gift donors and strategically builds fundraising prospects. Assists leadership in facilitating a comprehensive communications plan and with development strategies.

Oversees development of a program, plans, and activities to create and execute a comprehensive development plan achieving new and recurring contributions to a school, foundation, program, and/or group. Manages a portfolio of major gift donors and strategically builds fundraising prospects. Assists leadership in facilitating a comprehensive communications plan and with development strategies.

Must be able to communicate with donors face to face, virtually, via email, and other communication avenues.Must be able to travel on occasion, navigate local and national cities via car, and navigate campus across different buildings.Must be able to carry/move materials--less than 25 pounds--within the office, to and from meetings across campus, and to and from meetings off campus, either locally or in other cities.