Director of Advancement

DIR Advancement

Masters degree in appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience in Development or a related field; or a bachelors degree in appropriate areas of specialization and five years of experience in Development or a related field. One year of supervisory experience.

The Director of Advancement for the Division of Enrollment Management serves as the lead fundraising professional supporting Enrollment Management priorities including scholarships access and affordability initiatives student success programs and strategic enrollment goals. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Vice President (SAVP) of Development and partnering directly with the Vice President (VP) for Enrollment Management the incumbent is the primary fundraiser for the Division and will develop and execute the fundraising program to fulfill the financial needs as identified by the SAVP and VP. Additionally this role will serve as a strategic partner with Enrollment Management leadership and Advancement colleagues to identify cultivate solicit and steward major and principal gift prospects in alignment with the institutions mission and enrollment strategy.

Portfolio Management

• Serve as the primary fundraiser for Enrollment Management with an emphasis on scholarships student access recruitment retention and enrollment-related initiatives.
• Identify cultivate solicit and steward all major gift prospects for the division strategically managing relationships through face-to-face visits to bring gift solicitations to closure focusing on gifts of $50000 or more and oversee the divisions participation in the Universitys annual giving activities.
• Develop and execute individualized solicitation strategies in collaboration with Enrollment Management and Advancement leadership.
• Focus on individual prospects and work with leadership corporate and foundation prospects where gift is assessed at a major gift level.
• Build and manage stewardship relationships utilizing a strategic moves management approach to include identification cultivation solicitation and stewardship of prospects.
• Responsible for articulating and communicating priorities within the context of the overall Division of Enrollment Management mission goals and objectives.
• Strengthen alumni and donors awareness of and interest in giving opportunities within Enrollment Management and collaborate with academic unit-based development officers across campus as appropriate.

Strategic Initiatives

• Oversee plans for campaign readiness to ensure all campaign goals are achieved in alignment with the strategic priorities of the Division of Enrollment Management.
• Work with and advise the Vice President of Enrollment Management and senior leadership in the analysis formation and implementation of fundraising and alumni activities plans and policies.
• Advise the Vice President of Enrollment Management on strategic and annual fundraising and alumni affairs goals and prioritization of these plan and support activities and events involving prospects donors volunteers and staff.
• Foster productive and collaborative professional relationships with Advancement colleagues and throughout the University demonstrating a commitment to the One UF philosophy.
• Collaborate with the VP of Enrollment Management Dean of the International Center and Director of the Honors Program to ensure shared fundraising and stewardship goals and objectives are achieved.
• Collaborate with the VP of Enrollment Management and VP of Student Life to ensure fundraising and stewardship goals for the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarship (MFOS) and other first-generation student programs are met.
• Work in partnership with the Division of Enrollment Managements Marketing and Communications team to implement a comprehensive communications plan as well as create print and digital collateral to be used for fundraising efforts. With the alumni association taking the lead supporting their efforts in student philanthropy initiatives affiliate groups (Cicerones ABA AHA etc) and annual giving efforts.
• Maintain strong partnership and collaborate with the Parent & Family Giving Program within UF Advancement to expose parents and family members to the Division of Enrollment Management and philanthropic opportunities.
• Develop and implement a robust stewardship strategy involving divisional and departmental leadership.

Management of Accounts

• Serve as a liaison to the Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management to help monitor and manage foundation accounts held in Enrollment Management.
• Discuss fund usage and future plans with Enrollment Management Directors regularly.
• Partner to appropriately steward endowment donors during the Annual Endowment Reporting period led by UF Advancements Donor Relations team.
• Help ensure scholarship allocation is cultivated and provided in alignment with Division of Enrollment Management priorities and donor intent.
• Serve as a resource to DSL fund administrators.

Leadership & Institutional Engagement

• Represent Enrollment Management fundraising priorities in Advancement planning and strategy discussions.
• Support leadership gift strategies related to access affordability and student success.
• Participate in university events donor visits and campus activities as appropriate.
• Serve on University and/or Divisional committees at the request of the Vice President for Enrollment Management.
• Serve as a member of the Vice Presidents Enrollment Leadership Team.

To help foster deeper collaboration efforts and meaningful engagement with donors leadership and Enrollment Management staff as well as members of our advancement community this will be an onsite position based in Gainesville Florida.

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$annually commensurate with education and University of Florida offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Affordable State Health Plans: Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Comprehensive Coverage: Life and Disability Insurance
• Secure Retirement Options: Generous plans to safeguard your future.
• Paid Time Off: Including 11 paid holidays as well as family sick and vacation leave.
• Professional and Personal Growth: Opportunities through UF Training & Organization Development leadership development LinkedIn learning and more
• PSLF Eligibility: We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

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Masters degree in appropriate area of specialization and three years of appropriate experience in Development or a related field; or a bachelors degree in appropriate areas of specialization and five years of experience in Development or a related field. One year of supervisory experience.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Masters degree.
• Experience fundraising in higher education or within Enrollment Managementrelated areas (scholarships student success access initiatives).
• Degree in Student Personnel or a related field with 4-6 years of philanthropic and strategic planning experience in complex higher education organizations.
• 3-5 years of major gift fundraising 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 goal-oriented fundraising organization.
• Philanthropic and strategic planning experience in complex higher education organizations.
• Evidence of effective working relationships with students faculty staff alumni and external constituents.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles methods and standards.
• Expertise in developing solicitation strategies.
• The ability to work strategically develop and implement constituency programs and activities along with a talent for motivating volunteers.
• Ability to work collaboratively and a team player.
• Competency in problem solving.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills strong project management skills and interpersonal abilities excellent organizational abilities and the capacity to engage effectively and collaboratively with a wide range of individuals are essential.
• Support the Universitys commitment to creating a respectful and collaborative work environment that values integrity professionalism and mutual respect in all interactions.
• Experience in a data-driven environment with proficiency 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 for this position you must upload a cover letter and resume with application materials must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position*