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Magnolia Capital

$120K - $130K/yr

... associates, and shareholders alike. Magnolia, along with its multifamily and single-family ... well-connected Director, Business Development to help grow Magnolia's third-party property ...

Natera

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Natera is seeking an Associate Director/Sr. Manager, Business Development to lead and expand our biopharma partnerships within the Organ Health area. This strategic role requires a proven track ...

Lumanity

Associate Scientific Director

The Associate Scientific Director will oversee the development of technically accurate and high-quality deliverables for Publications/Medical Affairs accounts. This role will serve as a strategic ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Associate Development Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Development Director, you need expertise in fundraising strategies, donor relations, and project management, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with donor management systems like Raiser’s Edge and experience with grant writing and event planning are typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, strong communication, and the ability to motivate teams help candidates excel in this role. These competencies are essential for building effective fundraising campaigns and fostering lasting donor relationships that sustain organizational growth.

What is the difference between Associate Development Director vs Development Manager?

AspectAssociate Development DirectorDevelopment Manager
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, experience in fundraising or program developmentBachelor's degree, experience in project management or fundraising
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, educational institutions, or community programsNonprofits, corporate social responsibility departments, or educational sectors
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in organizations with multiple development roles, focusing on strategy and oversightUsed in organizations emphasizing program or project execution

The Associate Development Director typically focuses on supporting fundraising strategies, donor relations, and program development at a strategic level. In contrast, the Development Manager often handles day-to-day fundraising activities, event planning, and direct donor engagement. Both roles require similar credentials and are common in nonprofit and educational sectors, but their focus and responsibilities differ based on organizational size and structure.

What does an Associate Development Director do?

An Associate Development Director supports the overall fundraising and development efforts of an organization, typically working under the supervision of a Development Director. Their responsibilities often include managing donor relations, coordinating fundraising campaigns, assisting with grant writing, and overseeing event planning. They play a key role in helping meet the organization's financial goals by cultivating relationships with donors and ensuring effective communication. This role often requires strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

What are common challenges faced by an Associate Development Director, and how can they be addressed?

Associate Development Directors often encounter challenges such as balancing multiple fundraising initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and meeting ambitious financial targets. Effective time management and clear communication are essential to prioritize tasks and align stakeholders. Building strong relationships with donors and internal teams also helps in overcoming obstacles and achieving fundraising goals. Seeking mentorship and professional development opportunities can further support growth and problem-solving in this dynamic role.
Associate Development Director jobs near you
Infographic showing various Associate Development Director job openings in Oregon as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Associate Director of Development

Oregon Health & Science University Foundation

Portland, OR • Hybrid

$92K - $123K/yr

Other

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Priority Application Deadline

June 15, 2026

FLSA Status

Exempt

Starting Salary

$92,230 - $123,107 (Step I - Step II)

*More information about salary structure below

Work Location

Hybrid

About the Position

The Associate Director of Development for Team Knight (Knight Cancer Institute and Knight Cardiovascular Institute) will be responsible for managing a portfolio of major gift prospects and working with new and established donors and faculty members to achieve philanthropic support for OHSU's mission areas of education, research and clinical care. The Associate Director will also partner closely with colleagues to drive donor engagement and build name recognition and support for priority programs. The Associate Director of Developmentis responsible formanaging a portfolio of major gift prospects within assigned programs, with a focus on the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors. 

What You'll Be Doing

Prospect Management and Gift Solicitation 

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of major gift prospects 
  • Qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward donor prospects with maximum potential for major gift level philanthropy from among patient and community partners, alumni, faculty, staff, emeritus faculty and friends of the institutes, trustees, and key business and community leaders
  • Focus on engaging and upgrading prospects, current and lapsed donors, and expanding the major and principal gift donor pipeline
  • Build collaborative relationships with assigned departments and programs;assistinidentifyingfundraising opportunities and developing cases for support
  • Develop strong knowledge of assigned programmatic areas to effectively communicate priorities and impact areas to donors
  • Partner with cross-functional colleagues to support efforts in securing special and major gifts, select planned gifts, etc
  • Collaboratewithinternalpartnersonthedevelopmentoffundraising materials, including proposals 

Faculty Engagement 

  • Perform proactive outreach to faculty partners to provide training/education related to grateful patient fundraising 
  • Build collaborative partnerships with faculty that aren't currently staffed
  • Solicit referrals and complete impact reporting 
Who You Are
  • Familiaritywithvariousaspectsoffundraisingincludingmajorgifts,plannedgifts,campaigns,annual giving, direct marketing, pipeline development, and volunteer management 
  • Demonstratedsuccessatqualifying, cultivatingandclosingmajorgifts
  • Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; proven ability to work effectively with many different constituencies, including donors, physicians, trustees, business leaders and volunteers
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong analytical reasoning and the ability to synthesize information into concise, actionable insights
  • Ability to develop working knowledge of complex scientific, clinical, and research concepts, and effectively translate them into compelling, donor-focused messaging
  • Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, anticipate needs, and meet deadlines
  • Exceptional judgment with the ability to operate autonomously, make sound decisions in complex situations, solicit input where needed, and consistently uphold integrity and professional ethics 
  • Strong degree of accountability and ownership of programs, projects, and outcomes
  • Compassionate and culturally-responsive; maintains an ability to work with internal and external individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
  • ProficiencyinMicrosoftOfficeSuiteapplicationsandCRMsystems 
You should have
  • 3-5+ years of previous fundraising experience, preferably in major gift
  • Experience in health care/higher education   

We want to emphasize that there is no such thing as the perfect candidate; candidates who do not have all of the required experience are encouraged to apply. 

Working Conditions
  • Occasional hours outside of normal work hours for meetings, events or programs 
  • Travel required - some overnight. Must have consistent access to reliable transportation
  • Hybrid work environment - some onsite work required (approximately 1-2 days per week) 

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