Department: University Advancement
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $90,000 - $94,000 per year
Compensation Band: OS-OA09-Fiscal Year 2025-2026
FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
Position closes April 24, 2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please apply using the link: https://anothersource-6126385.hs-sites-na2.com/university-of-oregon
Department Summary
The University of Oregon (UO) is a flagship public research institution known for its strong sense of community, innovation, and impact. Located in Eugene - a vibrant college town surrounded by natural beauty - UO serves more than 23,000 students and is recognized for its commitment to student success, interdisciplinary research, and public service.
University Advancement plays a critical role in advancing UO’s mission by building meaningful relationships with alumni and supporters around the world. Through strategic engagement and philanthropy, the university is fueling scholarships, academic excellence, and transformative initiatives that shape the future.
Regional Philanthropy at the University of Oregon plays a critical role in expanding the university’s reach and impact beyond campus by building meaningful relationships with alumni and donors across key geographic markets. Through a regionally focused approach, the team connects donors to opportunities that support student success, scholarships, academic programs, and university-wide priorities. By partnering closely with campus leadership and advancement colleagues, Regional Philanthropy drives engagement and philanthropic investment that strengthens the university’s presence and impact across the Northwest and Southwest regions.
Position Summary
As the Director of Development, Regional Philanthropy (Northwest & Southwest States), you will play a key role in expanding the University of Oregon’s philanthropic reach across a diverse and geographically dispersed region. In this role, you will manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, focusing on gifts in the $100K–$999K range, and lead all aspects of the donor lifecycle - from identification and qualification to cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. You will be responsible for developing and executing a regional fundraising strategy, partnering closely with colleagues across University Advancement and academic units to align donor interests with institutional priorities.
As a highly external-facing role, you will spend time traveling throughout your assigned region to build relationships, advance donor conversations, and represent the university. You will collaborate closely with regional teammates, central development, and campus partners to coordinate outreach and maximize engagement opportunities.
This role is ideal for a proactive fundraiser who enjoys autonomy, thrives in a fast-paced and relationship-focused environment, and is motivated by building connections across a broad region. You will contribute to regional strategy while personally driving results and helping grow a strong pipeline of major gift donors.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of professional fundraising experience or five years related experience (e.g., sales, business development)
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated success building relationships and closing major gifts or equivalent high-value deals
• Strong portfolio management skills, including prioritization and strategic planning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and navigate a complex organization
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in higher education fundraising
• Experience working with volunteer boards or advisory groups
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.
The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.
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