Director of Development
Quick answer
Meritus College is hiring a remote Director of Development (Senior) with a competitive salary of $148,000 and potential bonus to build and manage a fundraising pipeline for a new online college.
- Role
- Director of Development
- Organization
- Meritus College
- Location
- Remote
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $148,000 with potential incentive bonus of up to $20,000
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Director of Development at Meritus College is responsible for building and managing a fundraising pipeline, managing donor relationships, and building the fundraising function for a new, innovative online college.
What you'll do
- Build and advance the fundraising pipeline
- Manage donor and prospect relationships
- Build the fundraising function
- Translate Meritus College's early outcomes data into compelling, fundable narratives
- Lead the fundraising strategy to launch Meritus College
What it takes
- Experience building new programs in higher education
- Entrepreneurial and startup mindset
- Communication and storytelling
- Mission alignment with expanding access to higher education for working adults
- Experience with Salesforce or a comparable CRM
- Comfort using AI tools for research, drafting, and prospecting
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (100% Paid Employee Only Coverage), Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account, Dependent care Flexible Spending Account, Health Reimbursement Account fully funded by Merit, Education & personal development reimbursement, Catalog of courses for professional learning and development, Short and long-term disability, Unlimited vacation (after a 90-day introductory period), Paid Parental Leave and Adoption benefits (after 1 year of employment), 11 federally recognized holidays, 2 week holiday office closure in December/January, 401(k) retirement plan with automatic Merit contribution, Wellness Benefits/Wellness Resources, Discount perks at work program, Phone/technology stipend, Home office setup stipend, Affinity groups and community building via virtual, in-person, and/or regional meetups
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is remote, with candidates residing within the 50 states or District of Columbia.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $148,000 with potential incentive bonus of up to $20,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience building new programs in higher education, an entrepreneurial and startup mindset, and communication and storytelling skills.
How do I apply?
Please apply by February 28, 2024, through the organization's application process.
How to apply
Apply directly on Meritus College's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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