Director of Development - School of Business

North Carolina Central University
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Posted on Sep 11, 2026
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Director of Development - School of Business

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
  • Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
  • Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
  • North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.


Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Community Service Leave
  • NC State – Health Benefits
  • NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 11-12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount and more.

Posting Details

Position Information
Position/Classification Title Development / Fundraising Professional, Major Gifts Sr.
Working Title Director of Development - School of Business
Position Number 617418
FLSA Exempt
Appointment Type Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track No
FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Department Hiring Range The salary is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate’s educational background, relevant experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.
EEO-1 Category Professionals
SOC Code 13-1131 - Fundraisers
Position Overview
Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!
Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University (NCCU), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU, your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

An opportunity awaits you at NCCU, where your purpose can take flight.
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Employee Benefits
Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Community Service Leave
  • NC State – Health Benefits
  • NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 11-12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount and more.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Division of Institutional Advancement advances a culture of philanthropy through the engagement of alumni, faculty, staff, students, parents and friends (both individually and in the corporate community) in support of the Institution’s mission of preparing students to become global leaders and practitioners who transform communities. By using creative strategies to enhance the University’s image, the office promotes the overall mission of North Carolina Central University to its external publics in order to solicit and acquire philanthropic support
Primary Purpose of Position
The Director of Development is responsible for advancing philanthropic support for the School of Business by identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding prospective major gift donors. The position manages a portfolio of prospects with a primary focus on building and strengthening the pipeline of major gift opportunities of $25,000 and above and increasing private support for the school’s strategic priorities. The Director of Development works collaboratively with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development, Dean, department heads, faculty, staff, and volunteer advisory boards to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies and donor engagement opportunities. The position participates in regular formal strategy meetings with the Dean and Assistant Vice Chancellor to assess fundraising priorities, evaluate prospect activity, and coordinate development efforts. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development, the Director plays a key role in expanding philanthropic partnerships and securing resources that support the mission and strategic goals of the School of Business.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that support successful major gift fundraising and long-term donor relationships.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate credibly and effectively about higher education, the University’s mission and strategic priorities, and the aspirations of the School of Business.
  • Ability to work effectively in a results-driven environment that emphasizes measurable objectives, including established goals and performance metrics related to major gift activity, donor engagement, proposals, and dollars raised.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
  • Experience using Raiser’s Edge or other advancement and donor management databases to document fundraising activities, donor interactions, proposals, and secured gifts.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external constituents while managing multiple priorities, balancing competing demands, and meeting established deadlines.
Minimum Education/Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree required with three to five (3–5) years of experience in major gift fundraising, including a demonstrated record of successfully securing major gifts; or an equivalent combination of related and transferable experience gained through corporate, community, or philanthropic organizations.
  • Proficiency in and use of Raiser’s Edge is required for the accurate and timely documentation of fundraising activities, donor interactions, proposals, and secured gifts.
  • Travel is required, including occasional overnight travel and evening and weekend work, to support donor cultivation, engagement, fundraising activities, and University events.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
Pre-Employment Requirement
Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
  • Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
  • Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
  • North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.
Work Location Fully On-site (dedicated office at Duty Station)
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function Administrative
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 75–125 prospective and current donors, with responsibility for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individuals with the capacity and interest to support the School of Business.
  • Develop and maintain personal relationships with prospective donors through direct outreach and in-person visits and, when appropriate, engage corporate representatives and foundation officers to cultivate philanthropic partnerships and secure major gifts for the School of Business.
  • Collaborate closely with the Dean and Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development to coordinate donor strategies, align fundraising efforts with institutional and School of Business priorities, and maximize opportunities for major gift support.
Function Strategic Leadership and Administration
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Meet established performance metrics based on documented meaningful engagement with qualified prospects, the development and submission of gift proposals, and secured gifts, in alignment with annual fiscal year fundraising goals.
  • Serve as an integral member of the School of Business leadership and advancement team, working closely with the Dean, School leadership, faculty, and staff to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies that support the School’s strategic priorities.
  • Participate in strategic engagement opportunities that strengthen relationships with prospective donors, alumni, corporate partners, and other stakeholders and advance philanthropic support for the School of Business.
Function Collaboration and Campus Engagement
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Assist with the oversight and engagement of the School of Business Advisory Council, supporting volunteer leadership activities that strengthen relationships, increase engagement, and cultivate philanthropic support for the School.
  • Work closely with the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development to plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising projects and initiatives that support the strategic priorities of the School of Business.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across Institutional Advancement to ensure coordinated fundraising strategies, effective donor engagement, and alignment of development activities with broader University advancement goals.
Function Planning and Organizing Work
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Attend School of Business, departmental, University, alumni, and development-related functions and events as appropriate to support donor engagement, relationship building, cultivation, stewardship, and advancement of the school’s fundraising priorities.
Function Other Duties as Assigned
Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number EPA03567P
Open Date 09/10/2026
Priority Applicant Consideration Date
Close Date 10/10/2026
Open Until Filled No
Date Position Available
Special Instructions to Applicants
Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
  • Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
  • Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
  • North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.


Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Community Service Leave
  • NC State – Health Benefits
  • NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
  • 11-12 Paid Holidays
  • Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
  • Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Campus Recreation Center Discount
  • University Bookstore Discount and more.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
Optional Documents
  1. DD-214 (Veterans Only)
  2. NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard Only)
  3. Licenses and/or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

Supplemental Questions

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