Senior Executive Director of Planned Giving

Senior Executive Director of Planned GivingAbout the CompanyTop private Jesuit Catholic universityIndustryHigher EducationTypeEducational InstitutionFounded1851Employees1001-5000CategoriesColleges & UniversitiesEducationJesuitPrivate Colleges and UniversitiesSanta ClaraSanta Clara UniversitySchoolServicesTrainingUniversityHigher EducationUniversitiesSpecialtiesjesuitartssciencesbusinesslawengineeringundergraduateand graduateAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Senior Executive Director of Planned Giving to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the planned giving program, with a focus on cultivating and soliciting donors to secure major gifts for the institution. This role requires a strategic and proactive approach to donor engagement, as well as the ability to work closely with senior leadership to align fundraising efforts with the company's mission and values. Applicants for the Senior Executive Director of Planned Giving position at the company should have a proven track record in fundraising, particularly in the area of planned giving. A deep understanding of the principles and practices of philanthropy, as well as experience in donor stewardship and relationship management, is essential. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with excellent communication skills, capable of inspiring and motivating others to support the institution's goals. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Master's degree is preferred, in a relevant field such as business, nonprofit management, or a related discipline.Travel PercentLess than 10%FunctionsCEO/PresidentNon-Profit Management