National University

National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 4,500 faculty and staff and serves over 45,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment. National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws.

Executive Director – Fundraising Academy

DirectorDirectorFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 1,001-5,000H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

49 days ago

Salary

$100.3K - $135.4K / year

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree12 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Leads all major gifts, grants, and strategic revenue generation for the organization • Develops and manages a major gifts portfolio with clear move-management plans and annual goals • Drives strategic campaigns and sponsorships by leading the development of case-for-support and comprehensive campaign planning • Creates and negotiates sponsorship packages, measuring ROI • Ensures data-driven discipline by owning and managing fundraising KPIs (e.g., win rate, cycle time) with monthly dashboards • Leverages CRM data (Salesforce/Advance) for accurate forecasting and tracking • Investigates complex fundraising challenges, analyzes trends and data, and develops strategies to advance revenue growth and donor engagement • Coordinates executive and board engagement for all fundraising activities, preparing leadership with briefings, talking points, and stewardship touchpoints • Implements the multi-year business plan with measurable outcomes for enrollment and revenue • Integrates Fundraising Academy and Harmony Academy offerings into scalable professional learning experiences that serve schools, nonprofits, and community organizations • Advances the “Belonging & Sustainability” brand platform through cross-sector engagement and professional learning innovation • Builds and manages strategic alliances with key stakeholders across K-12, state agencies, and mission-aligned nonprofits • Drives national market expansion strategies in priority metros by cultivating flagship and co-branded partnerships • Fosters internal collaboration across the university to align initiatives and design integrated pathways (fundraising education, SEL, workforce readiness) • Fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning by modeling inclusive leadership practices

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, nonprofit leadership, or a related field required
  • Master’s degree in business, nonprofit leadership, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of twelve (12) years of senior-level experience in fundraising, advancement, business development, or strategic partnerships in education, nonprofit, or social impact sectors required
  • Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience required
  • Experience in higher education preferred
  • Experience working in a technology-driven enterprise preferred
  • Demonstrated experience in advancement, fundraising, or strategic business development within the education, nonprofit, or social impact sectors
  • Deep knowledge and experience in advancement strategy, pipeline management, and public-private partnerships
  • Prior success in securing major gifts, institutional funding, and corporate/philanthropic revenue
  • Advanced leadership skillset including experience with success in coaching, developing, and inspiring high-performing teams
  • Strong strategic and financial acumen

Benefits

  • Base pay is one component of National University’s total rewards package
  • Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family

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