Director of Development, Regional

ADVANCEMENT & PARTNERSHIPS

Join our dynamic and growing Advancement & Partnerships team as we work together to power partnerships and transform lives through philanthropy. Together, we can unleash the potential of people and ideas to positively change the world. Your efforts on our team will help us to build the University for the Future.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Director of Development, Regional leads fundraising initiatives with responsibility for the regions outside of Central and South Florida. Although the University of Central Florida is based in Orlando, this role works on the ground in identified regions to build and strengthen relationships with alumni, donors, and friends of the university across that region.

In this position, you will design and carry out a fundraising strategy that connects philanthropic support to the priorities of the university and the unit you represent. You will own a portfolio of prospective donors, guide each relationship from first introduction through the close of a gift, and ensure that every donor feels valued and well stewarded along the way.

Classification Title: Development Director I

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build and manage a donor portfolio. Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects, with a primary focus on individual donors. Manage these relationships strategically and conduct face-to-face visits to move solicitations toward a successful close.
- Develop fundraising strategy. Design and put into practice fundraising plans for both individual donors and specific programs, ensuring that gifts align with the strategic goals of the university and the unit you support.
- Create and present major gift proposals. Develop compelling proposals, then acknowledge and recognize gifts in ways that are meaningful to each donor and consistent with the mission and values of the university and Advancement & Partnerships division.
- Use strategic tools and resources effectively. Maintain accurate records and make full use of prospect management practices, donor research and analysis, contact reports, and Advance, the university's donor and prospect management database (CRM).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in fundraising or development within higher education, a nonprofit, or a comparable mission-driven and matrixed organization.
- A track record of closing major gifts, including five- and six-figure commitments from individual donors.
- Experience managing a portfolio of prospects through a full relationship cycle, from identification through stewardship.
- Familiarity with metrics-based fundraising and moves management, including activity and revenue goals.
- Comfort and experience working with donor or constituent relationship management databases such as Blackbaud CRM, Salesforce, or Raisers Edge.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and represent the university well in person.
- Experience working independently in a regional or remote capacity, away from a main campus or central office.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
This position requires flexibility to travel and will require occasional evenings and weekends. UCF business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with travel for regional efforts required. Type of Appointment: Regular.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Unless explicitly stated, UCF expects that an employee will reside in Florida as of the date employment begins.

EXPECTED SALARY
$75,809.00 to Negotiable

JOB POSTING END DATE
July 1, 2026

BENEFITS
UCF offers benefit packages including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and an Employee Assistance Program; paid time off including annual and sick leave and paid holidays; retirement savings options; employee discounts; and education assistance.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. UCF is a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.