KANSAS HEARTLAND AREA JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Senior Director of Development
Friends University
Posted June 17, 2025
The Senior Director of Development plays a key role in advancing the University’s fundraising goals through the oversight of annual giving, major and planned gifts, corporate and foundation relations, alumni engagement, and donor stewardship. In collaboration with the Vice President for Advancement, the Senior Director develops and implements annual fundraising strategies aligned with the University’s mission and strategic priorities. This includes setting measurable goals for revenue growth, donor acquisition, and retention. The Senior Director supervises the Director of Alumni Engagement and Annual Fund, ensuring cohesive efforts between alumni engagement and annual giving. The role also supports the development of compelling proposals and donor communications, ensures consistent stewardship, and partners in the pursuit of foundation and federal grant opportunities. This position plays a key role in identifying and cultivating major gift prospects and strengthening a university-wide culture of philanthropy.
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Development Director, Foundation
WSU Tech
Posted June 17, 2025
At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.
The Development Director, Foundation is responsible for contributing the fundraising and development initiatives of the WSU Tech Foundation. This role will focus on building relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners to bolster financial support for scholarships, programs, and institutional initiatives.
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Fundraising & Development Director
Bethany Home Association / Bethany Village
Posted June 10, 2025
The Fundraising & Development Director is responsible for leading, planning, and executing fundraising strategies to support the mission and growth of a faith-based, nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). This role involves cultivating donor relationships, securing major gifts, overseeing grant applications, and managing fundraising events. The ideal candidate will uphold the values of the Lutheran faith and demonstrate a passion for serving seniors in a mission-driven environment.​
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Click here to view the full description and interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references
kerickson@bethanyhome.com
Interested in Posting a Job?
All posts will be available for 30 days on the website and an email will be sent out on the 10th of each month to our email list (approximately 600 professionals in the development field) as well as featured in our Elevate e-newsletter sent out around the 25th of each month. If you'd like to post, fill out the information below.
Please email Bridget Mersmann at afpkansasheartland@gmail.com with any questions. Thank you!