Regional Development Officer
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Department:

University Development Office-250100

Development and Fundraising

12/19/2024

01/02/2025

No

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Regional Development Officer

EHRA Non-Faculty

20039387

NF0008770

Full-Time Permanent

1

40

North Carolina, US

Based on qualifications/experience, internal equity, and departmental budget restrictions

02/10/2025

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

University Development's purpose is to support the mission of the university by raising private resources to enhance financial support for students, faculty, programs, and facilities. University Development provides leadership and centralized services to all development offices throughout the University, serving as a focal point for annual giving, application development and IT support; campaign management; constituent programs; corporate and foundation relations; donor relations; gift planning; gift services; industry relations; marketing/communications; parents giving; principal gifts; prospect management, research and analytics; regional programs; scholarships and student aid; talent management; university events; and volunteer engagement.

Carolina Development is proud of its donor-centered philosophy, pursuing activities that always respect the interests and intentions of the donor as well as the University. The organization's collaborative nature is a critical component to fulfilling our mission of raising private funds to benefit the university.

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* Want to live in Chapel Hill? If so, we have tons of perks to offer you. Discounts and access to many UNC-CH athletics, Performing Arts, Gym memberships and many more on campus and local community opportunities along with a perks program that provides employees with over 800 local deals.
* Want to live outside of Chapel Hill but still in the area? You have a choice of smaller communities, cities, or even suburbs in areas like Raleigh and Durham. Both living experiences offer a multitude of advantages designed to fit your needs and still enjoy the perks offered by UNC-CH.

Tuition & Fee Waiver Program: Check out our Tuition & Fee Waivers Programs - https://hr.unc.edu/benefits/educational-assistance/tuition-waivers/

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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and transferable skills!

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Development for Regional Programs, the Regional Development Officer will be assigned to represent the University in one or more geographic regions. Coordinating with the University's overall fundraising program, the Regional Development Officer will maintain and manage a personal portfolio of top prospects to identify, cultivate and solicit principal and major gifts to support the University.

Minimum of a bachelor's degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with related experience. For positions with responsibility for direct solicitation of gifts and funds, a minimum of 1 year of professional-level, direct solicitation/fundraising experience is required.

The skill to motivate and engender the confidence of prospects and donors. Ability to interact effectively in a comprehensive environment such as a research university setting; and exhibit the highest standards of professionalism and performance as evidenced by collaborative teamwork, initiative, critical thinking, good judgment, consistency of output, timeliness of follow-through and strength of written and verbal communication skills. Travel and some weekend work are required.

Demonstrated successful major gift fundraising or transferrable experience preferred. Strong preference for applicants with knowledge of and experience at Carolina.

Not Applicable.

To express interest in the position, please submit your confidential application materials comprised of resume and letter of interest to: unc-edsi@pearlstreetcollective.com

Pearl Street Collective, the search firm with purpose, has been exclusively retained for this engagement. Adele Mezher, Maeve Clifford, and Dianne Moody are leading the search. Pearl Street is a national, women-owned executive search firm that believes when you connect people to their purpose, organizations thrive.

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