The Director of Parent & Family Giving leads the strategy for engaging parents and families of College of Charleston students in philanthropic support of the College. This role focuses on securing leadership annual gifts, strengthening the Parent Leadership Society, and building a long-term pipeline of parents who may become major and principal gift donors.
Serving as the primary liaison for parent philanthropy across the Division of Institutional Advancement, the director collaborates closely with the Annual Giving, Alumni Engagement, and Regional Advancement Programs to ensure a coordinated, donor-centered approach to parent engagement and fundraising.
The director also manages a portfolio of parent prospects and is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding leadership-level gifts while advancing meaningful engagement opportunities that deepen parents’ connection to the College.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required and at least 3 years of experience in parent fundraising (higher education or private schools preferred). Priority will be given to applicants with previous experience in program development as well as managing a portfolio of donors and prospects. Strong planning, organizing, technology and oral/written communications skills are essential, as is the ability to work cooperatively with other staff members and the college community. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. Must be able to work on several projects concurrently while meeting deadlines. Analytical skills are required.
Will be required to work occasional nights and weekends to support parent programs, Institutional Advancement, and the College. Modest travel outside of the state of South Carolina may also be required.
HOW TO APPLY:
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17901
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