ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR ADVANCEMENT |
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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. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for four consecutive years. University Advancement is committed to creating an environment of inclusiveness where every person feels welcomed and valued. We believe that attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving the communities where our employees and students work and live. University Advancement creates engagement opportunities that foster pride, advocacy and private support for the University of Washington. The School of Law aspires to be the best public law school in the nation and one of the world’s most respected centers for interdisciplinary legal studies. The Associate Director for Advancement (Associate Director) will focus efforts to help develop and execute strategies to raise funds for new endowments and current use funding in support of the School of Law’s academic programs, faculty and students. In particular, developing, implementing, and revising strategies and initiatives to support an intra-campaign period. University Advancement, School of Law, has an outstanding opportunity for an Associate Director for Advancement. Duties and Responsibilities Strategy Development Provide strategic leadership to the dean, faculty and administrators in designing and implementing strategies, advancement programs and efforts needed to sustain major gift and alumni support. Coordinate the participation of administrators, academic leaders, volunteers, and development staff in the School of Law’s fundraising activities. Develop and implement strategies in working with and cultivating advancement opportunities with diverse communities and individuals that have not otherwise been approached. Provide strategic leadership for campaigns and drive the plan for ensuring these goals are met. Frontline Fundraising Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects capable of giving $25K or more, with an emphasis on Top 25 prospects who will be solicited within 12-18 months. Develop and implement cultivation/solicitation strategies for each assigned major gift prospect. Develop and implement a solicitation strategy for each assigned major gift prospect which will include 250 contacts annually (120 of these contacts will be in person). Participate cooperatively in the University’s prospect management and tracking system. Manage the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewarding of major gift prospects and alumni for the School of Law. Prepare, review and edit written proposals, information materials, endowment agreements, gift illustrations and other materials needed to secure gifts. In consultation with the Assistant Dean for Advancement, establish personal goals, objectives, and strategies for the School of Law. Program Development and Management Actively participate in collaboration with School of Law faculty, staff and students in carrying out school-wide cultivation, stewardship and/or alumni events; with particular focus on special events and initiatives that foster giving relationships with major gift donors and prospects Participate in the development of (i) policies and procedures relating to the development program, (ii) marketing materials for the major gift effort, and (iii) major gift cultivation and stewardship activities and events. In consultation with the Assistant Dean for Advancement create an annual personalized work plan for accomplishing specific priority goals and objectives in coordination with overall unit Advancement goals as outlines in annual plans. Provide regular reports noting progress and challenges. Relationship Management Serve as a liaison to and work cooperatively with staff in Central Advancement in preparing cultivation and solicitation strategies for assigned prospects, particularly working in conjunction with Principal Giving, Regional Advancement, Corporate & Foundation Relations and Planned Giving Officers on prospect assignment, tracking, cultivation, and solicitation. Other duties as assigned Key Competencies Core Effective communications: Expresses oneself clearly and empathetically in interactions with others in all forms of communication, i.e., verbal and written, one-on-one and group, etc. Interpersonal Awareness: Builds and maintains positive relationships and actively contributes as a member of working teams to achieve results. Professional Credibility: Takes responsibility for meeting goals, objectives, obligations, and solving problems while representing the mission, vision and values of the organization. Critical Thinking: Obtains, analyzes and evaluates information effectively in the face of ambiguity. Makes appropriate decisions based on relevant information and experience. Ethics and Trust: Models and upholds the values of candor, openness, inclusiveness and honesty despite internal and external pressures; acts consistently with Washington State ethical guidelines and organizational core values and beliefs. Valuing Diversity & Inclusiveness: Respects, values and contributes to the UW’s commitment to inclusiveness and diversity. Fundraiser Donor Focused: Establishes, cultivates and stewards strong relationships with donors and friends to build and maintain lifelong partnerships and trust with UW. Results Oriented: Acts decisively to achieve results. Planning & Implementing: Develops fundraising strategies and plans that integrate into the organization’s mission, priorities and goals. Conflict Resolution: Works to resolve conflicts and differences through dialog and open communication in a timely manner; sees every difference as an opportunity for growth and change. Requirements A bachelor’s degree and at least five years of fundraising, with experience cultivating and soliciting major gifts. Equivalent development/advancement experience outside of higher education may substitute for educational institution experience. Exceptional ability to organize staff and motivate faculty as well as external advocates and volunteers. High energy level, enthusiasm, initiative, and flexibility required. Demonstrated strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for correspondence, special reports, spreadsheets, databases, forms, etc. Desired Qualifications Master’s degree / JD preferred. Knowledge of alumni relations/development/advancement principles. Knowledge of UW Advancement policies and procedures, including use of the development database software ADVANCE.
Appointment to this position is contingent upon obtaining satisfactory results from a criminal background check
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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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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR ADVANCEMENT