Senior Director of Development, University Initiatives (Administrator II)

Job description

Position Summary San Diego State University is seeking a strategic and relationship-driven Senior Director of Development, University Initiatives, to lead efforts in securing transformational philanthropic support for university-wide priorities. Part of the new University Initiatives team, this position will report to the Executive Director of Development for University Initiatives. This role focuses on building meaningful partnerships with alumni, community members, current donors, campus leaders, and external stakeholders to advance SDSU’s mission through principal-level gifts and high-impact initiatives. Key Responsibilities: - Principal Gift Fundraising & Donor Engagement - Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward principal-level donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations. - Build and manage a high-level portfolio focused on gifts of $1M+ in support of university initiatives. - Evaluate giving opportunities and recommend strategies aligned with donor interests and institutional priorities. - Strategy & Collaboration - Partner with campus leadership, faculty, and development colleagues to advance fundraising priorities and initiatives. - Contribute to principa...