Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
The Executive Director for Operations Danforth Campus Schools is responsible for facilitating the administration of the duties and executing strategic priorities for the Associate Vice Chancellor Danforth Campus Schools within the Philanthropic Strategy team. The position will work closely with the Associate Vice Chancellor members of the senior leadership team and staff throughout University Advancement to advance departmental priorities implement new initiatives and optimize workflow and efficiency.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Facilitate the administration of the Associate Vice Chancellors duties and execute strategic priorities.
- Serve as a thought partner and strategist to the Associate Vice Chancellor about the evolution of areas under the Associate Vice Chancellors oversight.
- Work closely with the AVC to manage the AVCs personal fundraising responsibilities related to caseload activity donor strategy and communications.
- Prioritize and organize the AVCs management responsibilities for the units that report to the AVC.
- Manage the AVCs responsibilities as a senior leader of University Advancement including meeting preparation operations and strategy.
- Provide leadership on strategic priorities and projects for areas under the AVCs purview as assigned.
- Represent the AVC in key meetings and oversee the of action items.
Serve as the liaison between the Associate Vice Chancellor and staff to improve workflow secure answers and approvals in a timely manner and ensure fulfillment on projects for which the AVC is integral. Provide leadership in enhancing communication and facilitating resolutions surrounding departmental issues and concerns.
Engage with projects of strategic importance to University Advancement and Washington University.
Perform other duties as assigned by the AVC.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Physical Effort
Equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelors degree
Certifications:
No specific certification is required for this position.
Work Experience:
Relevant Experience 8 Years)
Skills:
Not Applicable
Drivers License:
A drivers license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
- Advancement experience.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective cultivation solicitation and stewardship strategies.
- Strategic operational and motivational skills making for a productive and effective department.
- Deep appreciation for and an ability to successfully articulate the mission and aspirations of Washington University.
- Strong track record in helping plan coordinate and manage complex projects and campaigns.
- Ability to listen carefully learn quickly and work effectively in a complex organization. Superior communication and writing skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with highnetworth individuals.
- Desire and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across development offices. Honesty integrity enthusiasm and perspective; a very strong work ethic supported by commitment and follow through.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Certifications:
No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.
Work Experience:
Leadership 10 Years)
Skills:
Diversity & Inclusion Strategy Donor Stewardship Interpersonal Communication Leadership Major Gifts Fundraising Oral Communications Problem Solving Project Management Relationship Building Strategic Planning Work Relationships Written Communication
Grade
G00
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