Executive Director, International Development, University Advancement

Job overview

The Executive Director, International Development, University Advancement role is onsite in Pittsburgh, PA, and compensation is not specified. The position advances Carnegie Mellon University's international philanthropic engagement and fundraising priorities.

What you'll do

• Lead discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship for an international donor portfolio
• develop and execute fundraising strategies for global markets
• manage major gift prospects and fundraising outcomes
• lead development officers and support staff
• partner with alumni engagement and university leaders
• and use AI-enabled tools and analytics to support prospect identification, portfolio management, donor engagement, and fundraising performance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

executive director

international development

university advancement

major gifts

international fundraising

donor relations

higher education

pittsburgh pa

carnegie mellon university

international travel

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement savings with employer contributions
• tuition benefits
• paid time off
• holidays
• life and accidental death and disability insurance
• and additional campus perks.

Why this role

Requires at least 7 years of progressively responsible development experience, including at least 5 years in higher education fundraising, and a record of international fundraising and securing six-figure or greater gifts. Extensive travel is required, including approximately four to six international trips annually.

About the employer

Carnegie Mellon University is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.