The Associate Athletics Director for Athletic Advancement will serve as the chief fundraising officer for Radford Athletics, acting as a strategic fundraising partner for the Vice President of Advancement and Alumni Relations and Director of Athletics. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Advancement with a dotted line to the Director of Athletics, this position emphasizes close collaboration with the athletics office.
Key Responsibilities:
Secure gifts to support the fundraising goals of Radford Athletics Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors Create and execute a strategic plan to increase donations, generate interest, build engagement, and gain support from prospects Focus on increasing annual unrestricted support, as well as capital and endowment gifts aligned with Radford Athletic priorities Attend and support athletic programs and maintain a presence at community events Provide support for the Athletic Foundation Board and recommend prospective members Oversee the Director of the Highlander Club
· Proven tract record of exceeding established fundraising goals in athletics
· Exceptional written, oral and public speaking skills
· Ability to effectively relate to diverse audiences
· Proficiency in technology and data analysis
· Experience in higher education athletics advancement preferred
Radford University is a comprehensive public university of 10,695 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 204-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 76 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines, three associate degrees, and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and six doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 14 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 300 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engag...ement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.
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