Executive Director, Major & Principal Gifts

Posted 2 days ago

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Dell Medical School seeks an Executive Director of Development, Major and Principal Gifts to lead a comprehensive philanthropy program that advances patient care, research, and education. You will report to the Senior Associate Vice President and Chief Development Officer and work with UT Medicine leadership to shape fundraising strategy and department operations. You will manage a 60–80 person donor portfolio, target $10M–$15M in annual gifts, and drive 15–18 solicitations per year, building a

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