Advancement Director
Advancement Director
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Job Summary
University of Utah seeks a dynamic collaborative fundraising professional to serve as the Director of Advancement DOA to seek philanthropic support for the identified priorities of the College of Architecture Planning (CAP). This essential and highly visible position will manage relationships with a portfolio of donors with the capacity to make five and sixfigure gifts. The DOA will build philanthropic support by engaging and involving alumni and other individuals faculty administrators foundations and corporations. The DOA will articulate and execute an annual advancement work plan focused on best practices including goals metrics and philanthropic priorities leading to the procurement of private support for CAP. The DOA will work closely with the Dean of CAP Deans Council. In addition the DOA will work with the directors of annual giving legacy giving principal gifts corporate and foundation relations donor relations and prospect research in University of Utah Advancement to build and implement effective strategies and collaborative partnerships that will lead to longterm relationships and significant gift support from prospective benefactors. This position will report jointly to/through senior leadership in University Advancement for the main campus and to the Dean of CAP. Please submit a resume and cover letter. A generous benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package): 14.2 employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested) Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system. Tuition reduction for employees and family members Options for shortterm and longterm disability insurance life insurance and HSA / FSA savings plans are available. Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)
Responsibilities
Plan and implement major gift fundraising to support areas of emphasis as assigned by University Advancement leadership and the Dean of CAP. This includes learning understanding and acquiring expertise regarding the Colleges strategic plan initiatives programs existing resources and education research practice and community collaboration mission areas fostering longterm success. The primary focus will be to build a sustainable major gift pipeline. Identify cultivate solicit negotiate and steward major gift prospects primarily CAP alumni participate cooperatively in the University Advancements prospect management and tracking system and help maintain alumni and donor records. In consultation with University Advancement leadership and the Dean submit an annual advancement work plan and budget including goals objectives strategies anticipated travel metrics for fundraising plans for professional development and performance management goals. Quarterly assess progress toward meeting short and longterm goals. Recruit hire train and mentor CAP Advancement Communications and Alumni Relations team members in accordance with goals priorities and requirements. Provide frequent opportunities for professional learning and growth fostering retention to increase the teams capacity and expertise. Direct and lead specific fundraising strategies reviewing and implementing changes when needed. Ensure accountability for teams fundraising metrics. Identify highcapacity University of Utah CAP alumni and prospects to secure gifts/donations. Build a strong relationship with the Dean and CAP faculty and staff leaders. Serve as a member of the CAP Leadership Team. Maintain a strong presence within the college. Facilitate the Dean alumni administrators academic leaders and volunteers participating in fundraising and stewardship activities. Attend and participate in appropriate administrative and faculty meetings within the CAP and staff meetings in the Office of University Advancement. Partner with University Advancements legacy giving corporate and foundation relations principal gifts annual giving donor relations and prospect management teams to create a robust advancement program. Liaise with volunteers who conduct fundraising activities on behalf of CAP. In coordination with the University Advancements Donor Relations team prepare written proposals endowment agreements informational materials and other cultivation and stewardship materials for prospects and donors to secure gifts. Work with the Director of Donor Relations to coordinate stewardship plans for donors at the leadership gift level. Ensure endowment reports are completed on time and research questions related to reporting accuracies. Monitor gift accounts including endowed and expendable funds to ensure they are executed in accordance with donors gift agreements. Seek appropriate training opportunities including training necessary for proficiency in gift planning techniques and partner with the Director of Legacy Giving to build that program. Train academic leaders and volunteers regarding donor relations philanthropic support of CAP best practices within Advancement etc. Submit regular reports to University Advancement leadership the Dean and other institutional leaders as required. Complete other duties assigned by University Advancement leadership or the Dean.
Minimum Qualifications
Required: Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience). Six years of related experience. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the jobs essential functions as outlined in the position description Highly Preferred: Live in commutable distance of the Salt Lake City metro area. Possess a valid drivers license and regular and reliable transportation for local travel and be willing to travel when necessary. Able to travel regionally and nationally including overnight trips each year. Able to work evening and weekend hours sometimes on short or limited notice.
University of Utah seeks a dynamic collaborative fundraising professional to serve as the Director of Advancement DOA to seek philanthropic support for the identified priorities of the College of Architecture Planning (CAP). This essential and highly visible position will manage relationships with a portfolio of donors with the capacity to make five and sixfigure gifts. The DOA will build philanthropic support by engaging and involving alumni and other individuals faculty administrators foundations and corporations. The DOA will articulate and execute an annual advancement work plan focused on best practices including goals metrics and philanthropic priorities leading to the procurement of private support for CAP. The DOA will work closely with the Dean of CAP Deans Council. In addition the DOA will work with the directors of annual giving legacy giving principal gifts corporate and foundation relations donor relations and prospect research in University of Utah Advancement to build and implement effective strategies and collaborative partnerships that will lead to longterm relationships and significant gift support from prospective benefactors. This position will report jointly to/through senior leadership in University Advancement for the main campus and to the Dean of CAP. Please submit a resume and cover letter. A generous benefits package is included (see here for a full description of the benefits package): 14.2 employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested) Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation accruals each month Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system. Tuition reduction for employees and family members Options for shortterm and longterm disability insurance life insurance and HSA / FSA savings plans are available. Free public transportation pass (see here for more information)
Responsibilities
Plan and implement major gift fundraising to support areas of emphasis as assigned by University Advancement leadership and the Dean of CAP. This includes learning understanding and acquiring expertise regarding the Colleges strategic plan initiatives programs existing resources and education research practice and community collaboration mission areas fostering longterm success. The primary focus will be to build a sustainable major gift pipeline. Identify cultivate solicit negotiate and steward major gift prospects primarily CAP alumni participate cooperatively in the University Advancements prospect management and tracking system and help maintain alumni and donor records. In consultation with University Advancement leadership and the Dean submit an annual advancement work plan and budget including goals objectives strategies anticipated travel metrics for fundraising plans for professional development and performance management goals. Quarterly assess progress toward meeting short and longterm goals. Recruit hire train and mentor CAP Advancement Communications and Alumni Relations team members in accordance with goals priorities and requirements. Provide frequent opportunities for professional learning and growth fostering retention to increase the teams capacity and expertise. Direct and lead specific fundraising strategies reviewing and implementing changes when needed. Ensure accountability for teams fundraising metrics. Identify highcapacity University of Utah CAP alumni and prospects to secure gifts/donations. Build a strong relationship with the Dean and CAP faculty and staff leaders. Serve as a member of the CAP Leadership Team. Maintain a strong presence within the college. Facilitate the Dean alumni administrators academic leaders and volunteers participating in fundraising and stewardship activities. Attend and participate in appropriate administrative and faculty meetings within the CAP and staff meetings in the Office of University Advancement. Partner with University Advancements legacy giving corporate and foundation relations principal gifts annual giving donor relations and prospect management teams to create a robust advancement program. Liaise with volunteers who conduct fundraising activities on behalf of CAP. In coordination with the University Advancements Donor Relations team prepare written proposals endowment agreements informational materials and other cultivation and stewardship materials for prospects and donors to secure gifts. Work with the Director of Donor Relations to coordinate stewardship plans for donors at the leadership gift level. Ensure endowment reports are completed on time and research questions related to reporting accuracies. Monitor gift accounts including endowed and expendable funds to ensure they are executed in accordance with donors gift agreements. Seek appropriate training opportunities including training necessary for proficiency in gift planning techniques and partner with the Director of Legacy Giving to build that program. Train academic leaders and volunteers regarding donor relations philanthropic support of CAP best practices within Advancement etc. Submit regular reports to University Advancement leadership the Dean and other institutional leaders as required. Complete other duties assigned by University Advancement leadership or the Dean.
Minimum Qualifications
Required: Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience (One year of education is equivalent to two years of experience). Six years of related experience. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the jobs essential functions as outlined in the position description Highly Preferred: Live in commutable distance of the Salt Lake City metro area. Possess a valid drivers license and regular and reliable transportation for local travel and be willing to travel when necessary. Able to travel regionally and nationally including overnight trips each year. Able to work evening and weekend hours sometimes on short or limited notice.
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