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Georgia 4-H Foundation - Executive Director

University of Georgia

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United States, Georgia, Athens

Aug 18, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S15614P
Working Title	Georgia 4-H Foundation - Executive Director
Department	CAES-State 4-H
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Schedule may vary
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	08/18/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	09/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
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Position Information

Classification Title	Development Manager-Coll/Div
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	The Georgia 4-H Foundation Executive Director serves as both the manager and major fundraising/chief development officer of the Georgia 4-H Foundation. The position works under the direct supervision of the State 4-H Leader and the Georgia 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees and is responsible for providing strategy, leadership, direction, coordination, and management of all levels of giving for the Foundation, including major ($25K+), principal ($1M+), and capital gifts, annual funds, stewardship, special events, endowments, and estate designations, as well supervise the organization's development and administrative staff. The Executive Director serves as the liaison between Georgia 4-H and University Development. This position also coordinates management and engagement of a Board of Trustees. To fulfill the unit's mission and implement its programs and initiatives, the Executive Director works closely with the State 4-H Leader, the Georgia 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees executive committee, and the State 4-H faculty to develop fundraising priorities, create a development plan, implement the plan, and oversee and solicit all giving that supports the plan. In this role, the employee is responsible for communication, collaboration, and coordination between Georgia 4-H and the University Development office, as well as creating productive partnerships with all other UGA school, college, and unit fundraising programs. The Executive Director is a member of the Georgia 4-H State Staff and is expected to attend monthly staff meetings, and the annual State Congress week. The Executive Director will also participate in any programmatic activity that also includes donor facing opportunities.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	The ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of people, establish a track record in building meaningful relationships and the ability to inspire others are critical components of the position. Strong people and time management skills Enhanced capacity to cultivate and solicit gifts from high-level prospects Knowledge of IRS rules and regulations regarding charitable gifts and nonprofit organizations Self-starter and highly motivated; extremely organized Experienced manager of fund development, business, and administrative staff/personnel Adept at navigating complex environments and evolving priorities Communicates and employs interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct Ability to work/communicate successfully with multiple areas of leadership, including 4-H faculty in the State 4-H Office, the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, the Georgia 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees, and colleagues in the UGA Development Office.
Physical Demands	Extended workdays of more than eight hours, frequent night and weekend work including travel within the state of Georgia. Annually several out of state trips may be necessary for conferences and to visit potential donors. Driving to perform job related duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	Yes
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	Yes
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Collaborate with the State 4-H Leader and Board of Trustee's Executive committee to design and implement fundraising strategies to meet the Georgia 4-H's annual and long-term needs.
Manage a portfolio of major giving prospects for focusing on soliciting major gifts, presenting proposals, making an annually established goal of face-to-face visits with donors and prospects monthly. The purpose of the meetings is to cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and donors for current and deferred gifts. This requires 2-3 days out of the office each week including overnight travel in and out of state and occasional weekend work. Telephone and/or correspondence preparation and follow-up necessary.
Prepare timely, accurate, and relevant proposals, presentations, and other fund-raising materials for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Document applicable donor meetings and correspondence in the UGA giving and alumni database monthly.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Supervise a development team including stewardship, business manager and database manager.
Hold routine meetings and responsible for communications among the direct reports, Georgia 4-H State Leader and Georgia 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees.
Set individual and division fundraising goals; ensure the success of those goals by managing the staff efforts of annual giving, special events, program and project sponsorships, stewardship/alumni relations.
Provide ongoing feedback to the Foundation staff team, including annual reviews.
Communicate Foundation efforts and priorities to faculty and staff of Georgia 4-H. Coordinate and manage the efforts of the 30+ member Georgia 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees.
Plan and implement three annual meetings which are held in various locations throughout the state.
Plan and implement 15 board committee meetings throughout the year.
Communicate Georgia 4-H programmatic and capital needs and priorities on an ongoing basis.
Steward each individual board member to ensure their engagement of efforts and personal giving; in addition, work with each of the members for the identification and introduction of major donor prospects.

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Duties/Responsibilities

Attend Georgia 4-H management team and staff meetings, staff re-advance meetings, State Congress, State Council, and other 4-H related functions throughout the year.
Serve as the liaison between Georgia 4-H and University Development ensuring all UGA policies and procedures are followed by the college. Attend division and development staff meetings, monthly individual strategy meetings, and development and alumni meetings within UGA Development.
Work collaboratively with all offices of the Development and Alumni Relations division including financial services, gift, and estate planning, regional program, etc., and development colleagues located in schools, colleges, and units across campus.
- This includes recording meetings, interactions, and donor plans in the UGA giving and alumni database.

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