The University at Buffalo is seeking two goal-oriented, relationship-driven professionals to join our advancement team as Assistant Directors of Advancement for the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (
SEAS)-a top-ranked public engineering school. These roles are instrumental in building meaningful connections with alumni and friends and securing philanthropic support of $10,000 or more.
Reporting to the Senior Executive Director of Advancement, each Assistant Director will focus on developing and managing a portfolio of at least 150 prospects, advancing them through the full donor lifecycle-from discovery through stewardship. These are high-travel roles (50-75%), ideal for dynamic communicators who thrive in a fast-paced, metrics-driven environment and are passionate about the transformative power of engineering and applied sciences.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects.
Collaborate with
SEAS leadership, faculty, and volunteers to align fundraising efforts with school priorities.
Travel extensively (including overnight/weekend) to conduct a minimum of 132 prospect visits per year.
Contribute to a collaborative and innovative fundraising culture within UBs Division of University Advancement.
Division of University AdvancementUBs Division of University Advancement plays a pivotal role in driving our mission forward. With the historic $1 billion Boldly Buffalo campaign, which concluded in June 2024 with support from over 80,000 alumni and donors, we have built momentum for the future. Now, were setting our sights even higher aiming to elevate UB into the nations Top 25 public research universities within the next decade.
As part of our team, youll forge meaningful connections with alumni and donors worldwide, shaping the future of UB. If youre looking for a rewarding career where your work creates real, lasting impact, join us and be part of a team thats changing the world.
About The University at BuffaloThe University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the
University at Buffalo.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
