Job Description Summary:
At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative individuals to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you'll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.
The Assistant Director of the GTCC Foundation reports to the Foundation Director and serves as a key partner and ambassador for the College's fundraising, corporate relations, and event initiatives. This role is central to fostering a culture of relationship-building, positive leadership, and excellent service. Focused on fundraising for targeted groups-such as academic programs and athletics-the Assistant Director leads efforts in corporate and community engagement. Core responsibilities include researching and cultivating potential partners, developing proposals, managing stewardship efforts, and securing support from corporations, small businesses, and individual donors. In addition, this position oversees the planning and execution of Foundation events that drive fundraising, enhance constituent engagement, and steward donor relationships. Success in this role requires close coordination across Foundation staff, internal college departments, and external partners. The Assistant Director plays a critical role in implementing strategic initiatives that advance the College's fundraising goals. This includes developing materials, managing budgets, and applying strong customer service and marketing principles to all efforts. As a visible representative of the Foundation alongside the Director, the Assistant Director must demonstrate enthusiasm, professionalism, and the ability to proactively identify and resolve challenges.
Education Required:
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Experience Required:
- Minimum of 5 years of fund development and leadership experience in a non-profit organization or comparable experience that includes:
- Annual and/or capital campaign fundraising
- Creating and developing donor proposals and opportunities
- Donor cultivation and relationship building
- Knowledge and experience in moves management principles and stages of donor-centered fundraising
- Event planning and coordination expertise
- Leading volunteers and demonstrated supervisory and administrative responsibilities
- Establishing and maintaining policies and procedures
- CRM proficiencies and experience: data records and reporting
- Minimum of 2-3 years of administrative leadership, supervisory experience, and documented strong organizational skills
