Director of Development and External Relations

Posted on 10/20/2020

Eastern Illinois University

Charleston, IL

Position Summary: Eastern Illinois University seeks a high-energy professional for the position of Director of Development and External relations for the College of Education. The essential duties of this position are:

  • to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of major and planned gift prospects in support of Eastern Illinois University’s College of Education;
  • to collaborate with other gift officers working on behalf of EIU, the EIU Foundation, and other organizations affiliated with EIU; and
  • to support the Dean of the College of Education in their efforts to advance the mission of the University.

This position reports to the Dean of EIU’s College of Education with a significant liaison role to University Advancement and the VP for University Advancement.

Qualifications: Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited post-secondary institution; ability to positively represent EIU to donors and constituents; commitment to diversity and inclusion; three or more years of successful experience in development or a related field; and the ability to travel on behalf of the institution. Preferred qualifications include five or more years of successful experience in development or a related field; and advanced certification in fundraising (CFRE; CFRM; etc.).

Salary Range: Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Full benefits package.

Closing Date: Review will begin immediately and continue until filled. Candidates are encouraged to submit materials no later than November 30, 2020 for full consideration.

How to Apply: Submitted materials should include: 1) a cover letter addressing the candidate’s experience and qualifications as related to the position description; 2) a resume or curriculum vitae describing the candidate’s professional work history, education, and other qualifications; and 3) a list identifying the names, addresses, and contact information (phone and email) for three professional references.

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