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Assistant Director of Advancement, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

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Position Title: Assistant Director of Advancement, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Department: University Advancement
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/57084
Job Type: Full-Time

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Position Summary

• 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 Advancement
UBs 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 Buffalo
The 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.

• Bachelors degree
• A minimum of one year experience in a fund-development role, with demonstrated success in goal-achievement, planning and personal solicitation. Related experience in professional sales/marketing, financial planning/advising and other fields will be considered.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; an intellectual curiosity; the ability to deal with complex concepts and ambiguity as well as to negotiate conversations/details.
• Technical/digital competence.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration as well as the ability to work well both independently and collectively with a diverse team and donor/prospect constituency.
• Excellent judgement, listening skills, and diplomacy.
• Ability to travel 50-75% of the time, including local and regional visits, and work evenings and occasional weekends.