Ohio Wesleyan University
Director of Development
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Director of Development
Search #0910-0005
Ohio Wesleyan University, a private undergraduate liberal arts university, invites applications for the position of Director of Development. Located in Delaware, Ohio 20 miles north of Columbus, Ohio Wesleyan is a campus of 1,800 students, located on 200 acres and 60 buildings.
Responsibilities
The Director of Development is responsible for the supervision and performance of the functional areas of capital and endowment giving as well as deferred gifts and estate provisions.
The Director of Development will work collaboratively with the Vice President for University Relations to develop a fund raising model which will meet the philanthropic objectives of OWU. Specific responsibility will include development and execution of a comprehensive campaign plan, direct supervision of the development staff and management of a personal prospect pool.
Qualifications
A master’s degree is preferred along with at least five years of collegiate development experience. Candidates with comparable experience in related fields will be considered. The ability to effectively manage development staff and develop a rapport with a diverse group of prospects and donors is a required skill. Creative planning and problem solving are also important. Successful candidates will be results oriented with verifiable achievements in development experience. This position involves significant travel as well as evening and weekend activity.
Application Process
Completed application packets will include:
signed application
letter of interest (cover letter)
resume
the names, titles, & contact information for three professional references
and should be sent to:
Ohio Wesleyan University
Human Resources Department – OWU Search #0910-0002
61 South Sandusky Street – UN027
Delaware, Ohio 43015
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until each position is filled.
Ohio Wesleyan University is strongly committed to diversity within its community and encourages all interested applicants, including women and minorities, to apply.
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Date Posted: January 2010
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