Senior Director of Advancement
Senior Director of Advancement
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28-04-2025
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Monthly Salary
$ 120000 - 135000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
28-04-2025
Job Description
SR DIR Advancement
Portfolio Management
- Serve as the chief fundraiser for UF College of Nursing.
- Serve as the primary College of Nursing strategist for the Universitys next comprehensive campaign working closely with the Dean and AVP to identify and articulate fundraising priorities and build a campaign plan to accomplish an ambitious set of goals.
- Identify cultivate solicit and maintain all principal leadership and major gift prospects for the unit strategically managing relationships through facetoface visits to bring gift solicitations to closure focusing on major gifts of $100000 or more.
- Focus on individual prospects as well as new opportunities with corporate foundation parents and nontraditional prospects assessed at the universitys major gift level.
- Build upon an existing portfolio of prospects and donors. Strategically managing new relationships through facetoface visits bringing gift solicitations to closure and stewarding existing relationships.
- Attend college and University of Florida functions primarily to identify new prospects cultivate and steward donors of the college.
- Assist the Dean and AVP of Advancement and/or constituent development managers in the analysis formulation and implementation of fundraising plans and policies with an emphasis on datadriven decisionmaking techniques.
- Creatively implement new programs that build upon an existing donor base to grow the program and increase fundraised dollars.
- Work closely with the Dean to envision implement and lead a volunteer structure that aligns with the Deans vision and priorities.
- Both internally and externally articulate and communicate fundraising priorities within the context of the overall mission goals and objectives of the college and UF Advancement.
- Prioritize the deans development efforts and optimize travel schedule.
Strategic Leadership
- Serve as advisor to the Dean and faculty on fundraising and coordinate development activities between the College of Nursing and UF Advancement
- Manage the operations of the Development and Alumni Relations functions of the College of Nursing; hires supervises and evaluates staff; oversees maintenance of files contact reports and records associated with these activities.
- Build manage and lead a strong team of development professionals. As needed identify and recruit top talent.
- Provide strategic leadership counsel on matters relating to advancement and fundraising and accountability in establishing goals aligned with Nursing priorities. In addition incumbent will attend senior development meetings with the UF Foundation.
- Oversee staff and ensure processes are in alignment with UF Advancements Vision and Values of Excellence Discovery & Innovation Inclusion Freedom & Civility Community and Stewardship.; uses best talent management practices; ensure best practices in office systems practices files and record keeping; ensures effective use of strategic tools and resources such as contact reports prospect management research and analysis and the donor database.
- Build visible collaborative productive relationships with key leadership colleagues deans department chairs and other UF units as well as the community at large. Provide leadership to enhance strategic fundraising.
- Foster productive and collaborative professional relationships with Advancement colleagues through the University demonstrating a commitment to the One UF philosophy.
- Responsible for the leadership progression and communication of the advancement and development strategic goals of the College of Nursing
Strategic Initiatives
- Oversee an annual budget that resources fundraising activities events travel special projects staffing materials and miscellaneous items.
- Effectively oversee the success of any developmentrelated events and associated marketing and communication.
- Evaluate current programs and projects for donor relations stewardship and prospecting and identify new ideas to build upon the existing program.
- Develop and present concept papers and gift proposals aligned with the Universitys branding and caliber.
- Acknowledge and recognize gifts in ways that are meaningful to donors and appropriate to the vision mission and values of the College of Nursing.
$120000$135000 commensurate on education and experience
Masters degree in appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience or a bachelors degree in appropriate areas of specialization and eight years of experience.
A valid Florida drivers license is required.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Five to seven years of major gift experience with documented success in cultivating and soliciting major gifts of $100000 and above from individual and corporate prospects with campaign experience.
- Prior experience in a college or university setting enthusiasm for fundraising in a comprehensive research university and the desire to work collegially within a goaloriented fundraising organization.
- Prior experience in a college or university setting enthusiasm for fundraising in a comprehensive research university and the desire to work collegially within a goaloriented fundraising organization.
- Knowledge of fundraising principles methods and standards.
- Experience in developing solicitation strategies.
- Experience in development and alumni relations and/or external affairs with demonstrated accomplishment in fostering productive relationships with volunteers and developing volunteer leadership.
- Ability to work strategically implement and build constituency programs and activities is highly desired.
- A strong understanding of budgeting practices and financial accountability and the ability to manage resources with prudence and efficiency.
- Proven skills handling multiple priorities and work pressure.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills strong interpersonal abilities and the capacity to engage effectively and collaboratively with a diverse range of individuals are essential.
- A commitment to and support for workplace inclusion in all its forms; demonstrated success collaborating with stakeholders; strong project management skills; experience in a datadriven environment; excellent organizational abilities; and the capacity to lead influence and inspire others are essential.
- Effective time management and organizational skills are essential for success in this position.
- Ability to work both independently and as a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside College of Nursing.
- Proficient in the following areas: Windows operating systems Microsoft Word Excel and Access as well as internet browsers and email platforms. Familiarity with donor databases contact management systems and tracking systems is also highly preferred.
- The ability and willingness to travel. A valid driver license and good driving record are essential.
In order to be considered you must upload your cover letter resum and three references. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This requisition has been reposted. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply.
Required Experience:
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Employment Type
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