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DIRECTOR FOR PHILANTHROPY
DIRECTOR FOR PHILANTHROPY |
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As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.
UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission—with the goal of making the UW the world’s greatest public university, as measured by positive impact—guides everything we do in University Advancement . Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW’s impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support. This starts with creating a culture of belonging within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals. The School of Pharmacy has an exciting opening for a Director for Philanthropy. This is a full-time permanent position. The Director of Philanthropy works closely with the Chief Advancement Officer of the School of Pharmacy (SoP) to increase private support for the School through fundraising efforts. The position works collaboratively and creatively with academic leaders, department staff, volunteers and development peers to develop and implement strategic fundraising strategies. This position also provides leadership for the staff and programs associated with donor stewardship, alumni relations and leadership giving to help ensure a pipeline of future major donors. What You Will Do: Frontline Fundraising (50%) •Manage the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospective donors and alumni by developing and facilitating relationships with those who have the capacity to make major gifts of $50,000 or more. •Generate new leads and qualify major gift and planned giving prospects. •Participate cooperatively in the University’s prospect management and tracking system and work with the Regional Giving and Planned Giving teams to maximize support for the SoP. •Prepare, review and edit written proposals, endowment agreements, gift illustrations and other materials needed to secure and steward gifts. Management (40%) •Manage the day-to-day operations of the School’s development program, including supervising 2-3 direct reports. •Provide supervision, guidance, mentorship and strategic support to staff in service of strengthening relationships between the SoP and donors and volunteers. •Provide strategic oversight of the SoP’s annual philanthropy, leadership giving and pipeline development. •Coordinate the participation of administrators, academic leaders, volunteers and advancement staff in major gift fundraising activities. •Supervise all stewardship efforts, including but not limited to gift processing and donor acknowledgement. •Own and track development budgets, ensuring budgets map to strategic priorities. Strategy and Program Development (5%) •Advise on strategies that promote philanthropic priorities of the SoP and University. •Participate in developing an annual plan, including goals, objectives and strategies. •Provide direction in designing and implementing advancement programs to sustain and increase support of the University. Other duties as Assigned (5%) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree AND at least six years of progressively responsible experience in institutional development/advancement or a related field, with an emphasis and proven track record in cultivating and soliciting major gifts. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. What You Bring: •Knowledge of alumni relations/development/advancement principles. •Experience supervising direct reports. •Experience working with volunteers. •Curiosity in understanding the motivations of individuals or missions of corporations and foundations, connecting passions to philanthropic opportunities for support. What You Can Expect: •Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary, on short or limited notice. •Frequent local travel expected. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you log into your “My Jobs” page. If you choose to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. #UWUAJOBS |
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Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming. The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. |
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