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Director of Philanthropy roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the Social Worker category when your duties align with nonprofit fund development and donor relations. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no cap; Mexican citizens enter through a U.S. consulate. Employers file no separate USCIS petition for Canadians, which speeds up the hiring timeline considerably.
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Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
Establishes the vision for the Foundation Relations program to increase the number of foundations that support institutional priorities through philanthropy and sponsored programs. Provides strategic leadership for all private and community foundation activities and supports key institutional initiatives that require collaboration with university stakeholders for case development. Personally manages a portfolio of private and community foundations with principal level capacity and cultivates strong relationships with foundation leaders. Manages or assists with the management of select corporate foundations. Manages the (Assistant) Director of Foundations for Grants and Proposals.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts from private and community foundations with a demonstrated history of making gifts of $100,000, with specific emphasis on gifts of $250,000+.
- Performance is evaluated annually based upon predetermined and weighted performance of the responsibilities of the employee:
- Scheduling of and participation in face-to-face meetings with major gift prospective donors, and/or donors
- Identification and qualification of new major gift prospects
- Number of major gift proposals presented
- Number of major gifts solicitations closed
- Total dollars raised
- Specific targets and weighting for all categories are based upon the breadth and maturity of the Director of Philanthropy's prospect portfolio on an annual basis.
- Coordinate and oversee the development and writing of proposals including proposal solicitations, submissions, and tracking. Manages the Assistant Director of Foundations for Grants and Proposals.
- Develop systems, practices and policies for the management of private, community and select corporate foundation relationships that will result in strategic approaches for grant and philanthropy opportunities throughout Augusta University.
- Leads stewardship efforts for all private foundation philanthropy, including acquisition of information and creation of reports requested and/or required by foundation donors.
- Compose grant related correspondences for the President of Augusta University and EVP for PAE.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. A minimum of 3 years of experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts, or 7 or more years of experience/training in fundraising, sales, marketing or similar.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree. 5 or more years’ major gift fundraising experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts. Demonstrative success closing multiple gifts of $100,000 or more. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of standard event management tasks and resources.
Experience with databases with special attention to Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT and Foundation Search.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal/written communications skills, attention to detail and analytical abilities.
A high energy level, integrity and sincerity.
Ability to multi-task, think creatively and handle a heavy workload.
Requires adaptability, good judgement and initiative.
Ability to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including healthcare professionals, community leaders, as well as patients, families, volunteers and employees.
Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and conduct multi-day business trips.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)
Pay Band: B16
Salary Range $95,200/annually - $120,000/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 4/16/26 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365
About us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Location
Augusta University
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
Job Summary
Establishes the vision for the Foundation Relations program to increase the number of foundations that support institutional priorities through philanthropy and sponsored programs. Provides strategic leadership for all private and community foundation activities and supports key institutional initiatives that require collaboration with university stakeholders for case development. Personally manages a portfolio of private and community foundations with principal level capacity and cultivates strong relationships with foundation leaders. Manages or assists with the management of select corporate foundations. Manages the (Assistant) Director of Foundations for Grants and Proposals.
Responsibilities
The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts from private and community foundations with a demonstrated history of making gifts of $100,000, with specific emphasis on gifts of $250,000+.
- Performance is evaluated annually based upon predetermined and weighted performance of the responsibilities of the employee:
- Scheduling of and participation in face-to-face meetings with major gift prospective donors, and/or donors
- Identification and qualification of new major gift prospects
- Number of major gift proposals presented
- Number of major gifts solicitations closed
- Total dollars raised
- Specific targets and weighting for all categories are based upon the breadth and maturity of the Director of Philanthropy's prospect portfolio on an annual basis.
- Coordinate and oversee the development and writing of proposals including proposal solicitations, submissions, and tracking. Manages the Assistant Director of Foundations for Grants and Proposals.
- Develop systems, practices and policies for the management of private, community and select corporate foundation relationships that will result in strategic approaches for grant and philanthropy opportunities throughout Augusta University.
- Leads stewardship efforts for all private foundation philanthropy, including acquisition of information and creation of reports requested and/or required by foundation donors.
- Compose grant related correspondences for the President of Augusta University and EVP for PAE.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. A minimum of 3 years of experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts, or 7 or more years of experience/training in fundraising, sales, marketing or similar.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree. 5 or more years’ major gift fundraising experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts. Demonstrative success closing multiple gifts of $100,000 or more. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of standard event management tasks and resources.
Experience with databases with special attention to Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge NXT and Foundation Search.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal/written communications skills, attention to detail and analytical abilities.
A high energy level, integrity and sincerity.
Ability to multi-task, think creatively and handle a heavy workload.
Requires adaptability, good judgement and initiative.
Ability to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including healthcare professionals, community leaders, as well as patients, families, volunteers and employees.
Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and conduct multi-day business trips.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)
Pay Band: B16
Salary Range $95,200/annually - $120,000/annually
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: 4/16/26 - Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Director Of Philanthropy
Frame your credentials around social services
TN classification for this role typically falls under Social Worker, requiring a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Prepare a credential evaluation that maps your nonprofit or public administration degree to USCIS social services criteria before applying.
Target nonprofits with dedicated HR compliance teams
Large foundations, hospital systems, and university advancement offices process TN sponsorships regularly. Smaller community nonprofits often lack the HR infrastructure to support a TN filing, so prioritize organizations with in-house legal or immigration counsel.
Search TN-sponsored philanthropy roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Director of Philanthropy postings by employers with recent visa filings. This helps identify organizations experienced with visa sponsorship before you invest time in applications.
Clarify the offer letter before your port of entry
Canadian applicants present their TN documentation directly to CBP. Your offer letter must specify your title, duties, degree requirement, and that the role is temporary in nature. Vague letters cause delays or denials at the border.
Distinguish fundraising duties from general management in your role description
CBP officers assess whether your actual duties qualify under the TN Social Worker category. A title of Director of Philanthropy with primarily donor cultivation and grant management responsibilities is stronger than one that lists broad operational oversight as the primary function.
Request a three-year initial TN status rather than one year
USCIS and CBP can grant TN status for up to three years per entry. Negotiate this from the start so your employer's support letter reflects a three-year engagement, reducing the administrative burden of early renewal filings.
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Does a Director of Philanthropy role qualify for TN visa status?
It can qualify, but classification depends on your specific duties and degree. CBP typically places this role under the Social Worker TN category, which requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in social work or a closely related field. If your degree is in nonprofit management, public administration, or a related discipline, you will need documentation showing how it aligns with the social services criteria CBP applies.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Director of Philanthropy positions?
The TN visa has no lottery, no annual cap for Canadians, and no USCIS petition requirement for Canadian citizens entering at the border, making it significantly faster to activate than H-1B. H-1B requires employer sponsorship through a competitive lottery, a six-to-nine month filing window, and approval before you can start work. For a nonprofit employer trying to fill a senior fundraising role quickly, TN is the more practical path when you qualify.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead confirming your job title, a description of duties, your required credentials, the temporary nature of the position, and the duration of employment. For Canadian applicants, this letter goes directly to CBP at the port of entry. For Mexican citizens, it accompanies the TN visa application at a U.S. consulate. The letter must be specific enough that a CBP officer can independently confirm the role falls within a USMCA professional category.
Where can I find Director of Philanthropy jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-eligible roles in the United States. You can search Director of Philanthropy positions filtered by employers with recent visa filings, which removes the guesswork of approaching organizations experienced with work visa sponsorship. Most general job boards don't surface visa sponsorship data at that level of specificity.
Can a Mexican citizen apply for a Director of Philanthropy TN visa, and is there a wait?
Mexican citizens can apply for TN status, but the process differs from Canadians. You must apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at a port of entry, and Mexico's TN allocation under USMCA is subject to an annual numerical limit. In practice, this means scheduling a consular appointment and accounting for additional processing time compared to the border crossing process available to Canadian citizens.
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