The Senior Director for Gift Planning supports Ohio University’s gift planning program, focusing on the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors making deferred and complex gifts. Serving as the university’s subject-matter expert, the Senior Director partners with development colleagues across Advancement to integrate planned giving into fundraising strategies. This role also drives marketing efforts to expand the donor pipeline and ensures thoughtful stewardship of planned giving donors. The Senior Director manages a portfolio of prospects, developing strategies to secure meaningful commitments for The Ohio University Foundation. They provide guidance and expertise to colleagues on structuring and stewarding planned gifts