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Director of Philanthropy I

North Carolina State University

Commensurate based on experience ($95,000 - $110,000)

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Nov 14, 2026

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG195036EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Director of Philanthropy I
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate based on experience ($95,000 - $110,000)
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; occasional night and weekend hours required as needed.
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	North Carolina Textile Foundation
About the Department	About the University and Wilson College of Textiles North Carolina State University was founded in 1887 with the purpose of creating economic, societal and intellectual prosperity for the people of North Carolina. Today, NC State is the largest university in North Carolina, with more than 40,500 high-performing students, more than 10,000 preeminent faculty and staff and more than 310,000 dedicated alumni. NC State is a Research One (R1) university known for its leadership in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. We're also at the forefront of teaching and discovery in agriculture, business, design, education, humanities and social sciences, natural resources, textiles and veterinary medicine. NC State is consistently named as one of the best values in higher education, and many of our programs are ranked at the top of their respective disciplines. We take a great deal of pride in our collaborative, supportive and collegial team culture. All staff are provided opportunities for training and professional development, with an eye to personalized career growth. Why Now There has never been a more exciting time to join the North Carolina Textile Foundation and Wilson College of Textiles. The College is at the center of a transformational moment in textiles, advanced manufacturing, sustainability, and innovation. Through the NSF Regional Innovation Engines initiative, Wilson College is helping lead a regional effort that brings together universities, industry, government, and community partners to strengthen the textile and advanced manufacturing ecosystem across the Carolinas and beyond. This work positions the College to have an extraordinary impact on both the future of the textile industry and the economic future of the region. At the same time, FutureTEX is creating a new model for how research, education, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration can come together to accelerate innovation. With investments in facilities such as the Kimbrell Flex Factory and an expanding network of industry and academic partners, Wilson College is building the infrastructure and talent pipeline needed to move ideas from the laboratory into real-world applications. For someone joining the Foundation, this means the opportunity to work alongside faculty, alumni, industry leaders, and philanthropists who are helping shape what the future of textiles will look like. Perhaps most exciting is the growing impact of philanthropy across the College. Generous donors are providing scholarships that expand access to a Wilson education, supporting groundbreaking research, investing in faculty and students, and helping create new opportunities that would not otherwise be possible. Philanthropy is not simply funding the College's future-it is helping define it. Joining the North Carolina Textile Foundation at this moment offers an opportunity to be part of that story and to build relationships with individuals and organizations whose generosity is creating transformational impact for students, the textile industry, and the broader community. At NC State, our employee value proposition aims to create an ecosystem of meaningful work opportunities that align with Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary, NC State's strategic plan. We strive to provide an accepting and dynamic culture, opportunities for personal growth and professional development, and programs to support your busy life. Simply put, we want you to achieve your highest potential at work. If you're a world-class applicant with a passion for higher education and a commitment to affecting positive change locally and globally, apply to become a part of our hyper-collaborative Wolfpack where everyone belongs.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	Reporting to the Executive Director of Philanthropy, the Director of Philanthropy is responsible for identifying, qualifying, soliciting and stewarding major and leadership gift donors to NC State University. This position will serve as a part of the growing and ambitious North Carolina Textile Foundation ( NCTF) advancement team within the Wilson College of Textiles. The Director will serve as a liaison for NCTF as well as a leader for one or more academic departments or programs within Wilson College, and represent the full College through regular travel to one or more assigned regions. The Director will also play a key role in developing fundraising strategies for their assigned programs and the College, as we prepare for a future campaign. As appropriate, the Director will staff events and meetings with academic leaders (department heads, program directors, etc.), as well as identify and coordinate the management of key volunteers (e.g., alumni advisory board). The Director will be expected to manage a portfolio of discovery and actively managed prospects while also collaborating with fundraising colleagues within the Wilson College and across campus. Duties and Responsibilities Serve as an active team member in the development and implementation of short- and long-term planning for the Wilson College of Textiles' advancement team in support of the Dean's goals for year-over-year growth and creating a collaborative culture of philanthropy in the lead up to a new and ambitious fundraising campaign. Identification, qualification, cultivation and solicitation of prospects to create and grow a pipeline of 6- and 7-figure donors. Gaining a comprehensive understanding of the priorities of the Wilson College of Textiles, with a specific focus on making a persuasive oral and written case for support for assigned programs. Strategic development and management of a portfolio with approximately 100-150 prospects and donors capable of making gifts of $100,000 or more, including development and execution of strategies in line with fundraising best practices (ie, Plus Delta). Consistently meet or exceed annual goals for outreach contacts, qualifications, visits, proposals submitted and funds raised. Serve as a liaison for the NCTF team for one or more academic departments or programs. Provide strategic guidance and staffing for assigned academic leaders (e.g., department heads) and develop fundraising strategies and priorities for the unit in preparation for a future campaign. Meet regularly with academic leaders and guide them in developing relationships with the top prospects for their programs. Provide training, materials and assistance for advancement colleagues in the Wilson College who may be building relationships with alumni and friends of assigned programs. As requested, staff the Dean at events or meetings, prepare briefings and manage follow-up. Represent the Wilson College through regular travel to one or more assigned regions (both in and out of state). Creation and implementation of comprehensive strategies to leverage networks and maximize fundraising results for assigned academic programs and in assigned geographic regions. Identification, coordination and management of key volunteers and award recipients in assigned academic programs (ie, department advisory boards) and geographic regions. Collaboration with colleagues to help align donors' philanthropic interests with various priorities within the College and across campus. Coordination of engagement and stewardship efforts as needed with appropriate College advancement colleagues. Staff committees, workgroups and project teams to represent the Wilson College of Textiles NCTF team at the request of the Executive Director.
Other Responsibilities	Attend a variety of College and university events throughout the year. Regular travel (local and out of state), and occasional night and weekend work is required. Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires a relevant post-Baccalaureate degree with a minimum of three (3) years or greater of related professional experience, or a relevant undergraduate degree and a minimum of five (5) years or greater of relevant experience may be substituted for the advanced degree. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications	Ability to work well with faculty, administrators, volunteers, and colleagues as part of a team in a large, complex research university Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to build effective internal and external relationships Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a high attention to detail Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment Experience in cold calling, negotiating and securing philanthropic gifts and/or successful experience in textiles or manufacturing sales. Self-motivated and self-starting and an eagerness to be part of an emerging team Good listener Optimism, perseverance and a positive attitude Ability to travel around the region and to other areas of the country Ability to work evenings and weekends as required Computer literacy
Preferred Qualifications	Experience staffing an academic leader and developing fundraising strategies for an academic program Proficiency in portfolio management and developing and executing prospect strategy per fundraising best practices An understanding of the land grant, research Tier One university environment Experience working in higher education, nonprofit advancement, or a foundation environment, with an understanding of donor engagement, stewardship, and fundraising best practices. Demonstrated success developing and managing relationships with volunteers, advisory boards, alumni leaders, or other external stakeholders to advance organizational goals. Experience utilizing donor database and prospect management systems (e.g., CRM platforms) to track engagement activity, manage prospect pipelines, and support strategic fundraising efforts.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	A valid North Carolina driver's license or the ability to obtain within 60 days of start is required and must be maintained as a condition of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required	Yes
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	11/13/2026
Anticipated Close Date	Consideration for closing will occur 30 days after job posting open date.
Special Instructions to Applicants	In addition to your application, please submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number	00107760
Position Type	Exempt Professional Staff
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	180899 - North Carolina Textile Foundation
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.