Director of Development Global Futures Laboratory
Director of Development Global Futures Laboratory
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Director of Development Global Futures Laboratory
The ASU Foundation has retained Lindauer an executive search firm to assist in this search. Consideration of candidates will continue until the position is filled.
Candidates should submit in confidence a resume and cover letter. Communications nominations applications and inquiries concerning this search should be directed to Raegan Harvey Consultant.
Since 2004 ASU has become a global leader in sustainability effortscreating the Global Institute of Sustainability launching the first School of Sustainability in the U.S. deploying the largest solar energy portfolio of any university in the U.S. and more.
Using the model of the multifocused National Laboratories the Global Futures Laboratory is creating a platform for an ongoing and wideranging exchange across all knowledge domains to address the complex social economic and scientific challenges spawned by the current and future threats from environmental degradation. This platform positions a new world headquarters for an international network of scientists scholars and innovators it lays the foundation to respond to existing and emerging challenges and it uses innovation to purposefully shape and inform our future.
The Global Futures Laboratory provides key engagement spaces for scientists educators and leaders across ASU and around the world to address critical issues related to the future of planet Earth. Rather than solving problems after they arise we seek to design a future in which humanity not only survives but thrives.
What youll do:
- Identify cultivate solicit and steward portfolio of 50 major gift donors with an emphasis on securing gifts and commitments $100K and above
- Develop and execute customized strategies that leverage donor prospects interests connects them to giving opportunities and results in invitations to philanthropically support key initiatives
- Demonstrate strong writing skills and prepare and guide the design of engagement solicitation and stewardship materials for individual corporate and foundation prospects
- Participate in strategic development planning for programs working closely with faculty leaders to identify needs and giving opportunities
- Serve as a development thought partner to academic leadership and faculty and ensure adequate preparation and continued involvement of academic partners throughout the donor engagement process as appropriate
- Track development activity in Foundations prospect management and tracking system following all protocols for visits and solicitations
- Guided by the direction and scope of each prospects interest proactively collaborate across the university to leverage the maximum philanthropic potential of each donor
- Work closely with ASUF colleagues to ensure GFLs fundraising priorities are integrated into broader enterprise initiatives
- Provide oversight on GFLs grant activity
- Furnish timely reports on progress toward assigned goals and solicitation results
- Work in a resultsoriented dynamic environment with complex and evolving relationships and priorities
- Other duties as assigned
What youll need:
- Collaborative style combined with the ability and desire to work in a teambased environment
- Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Foundation and University business and confidential prospect information
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally
- Strong and collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person in writing and by phone
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of development/fundraising preferably in higher education
- Able to secure personal appointments and qualify new prospects
- Demonstrated achievement in securing philanthropic investments
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible
- Teamoriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies
- Ability to represent the institution well
- An advocates belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University
- Ability to prepare complex and detailed proposals and related materials
- Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties
- Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable working in donor/prospect computer data base systems
- Documented success in personally implementing sophisticated multiyear cultivation strategies that use a relationshipbuilding and moves management approach leading to successful gift closure
- Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans
- Demonstrable experience in stewardship plans leading to additional investments
Relevant qualifications:
- Bachelors degree and five to seven years successful professional development and/or fundraising related experience preferably in higher education: OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge skill and abilities have been achieved.
At the ASU Foundation We Value:
Character
We prioritize character and integrity in every decision and action establishing trust as the foundation of all that we do.
Service
We are dedicated to serving our students donors communities and colleagues by fostering support and collaboration to ensure that our efforts are impactful.
Innovation
Innovation drives us to create meaningful opportunities and solutions helping every member of our global community achieve meaningful outcomes.
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with matching employer contribution
22 days of vacation time
11 holidays including your birthday
Parental leave
Significant tuition reductions
Professional development is highly valued at the ASU Foundation where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest
$30 biweekly cell phone reimbursement
The ASU Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
