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Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis · 3 weeks ago

Executive Director of Advancement, Arts & Sciences - University Advancement

Washington University (West Campus), Clayton, Missouri

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is seeking a strategic and collaborative advancement professional to lead the Arts & Sciences Philanthropic Strategy team as the Executive Director of Advancement. The role involves overseeing fundraising strategies and managing a team to drive engagement and solicitation efforts for the Arts & Sciences fundraising priorities.

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Responsibilities

Lead the Comprehensive Advancement Strategy for Arts & Sciences

Act as a strategic advisor to Arts & Sciences Dean related to all advancement activities; serve as the lead contact for school colleagues with University Advancement

Establish and maintain strong and effective working relationships with school colleagues and serve on the Dean’s cabinet and committees, as requested

Oversee the Arts & Sciences prospect pool development and management, in collaboration with University Advancement colleagues

Supported by Arts & Sciences strategy officers, manage the Dean’s caseload and ensure the execution of appropriate prospect strategy

Direct the volunteer strategy for boards and committees, such as the school’s National Council and Eliot Committee, and ensure engagement opportunities support annual fund goals and align to Advancement and school priorities

Responsible for setting unit goals, and overseeing gift tables and progress reporting, in collaboration with University Advancement colleagues

Support relationships across University Advancement for Arts & Sciences

Advise and partner with School leadership and faculty to identify school-specific fundraising priorities and related giving opportunities

Develop a deep understanding of key areas of distinction for the School, as well as the University, and campaign priorities

Work with school-based stakeholders to be kept informed of timely developments that may impact on Advancement activities

Review collateral, case statements, opportunity menus, proposals, talking points and other school-specific resources for approval and alignment to School and Advancement standards

Understand and apply University and Advancement-wide policies that impact giving opportunities and proposals

Lead the development of cultivation and solicitation strategies to build support for Arts & Sciences priorities and the University’s campaign initiatives

Collaborate with generalist gift officers to develop individualized strategies for prospects that align to school priorities

Guide gift officers through scripting, consultation, and offering curated resources tailored to specific programs or initiatives

Provide guidance and support to the Arts & Sciences strategy officers, as needed

Partner with Principal Gifts to develop and execute strategies for prospects

Serve as an Arts & Sciences subject matter expert and/or proxy for the dean in donor meetings. Travel and attend events with the Dean, if needed

Collaborate with Corporate and Foundations Relations team in executing comprehensive strategies for corporate and foundation support for the School

Attend and staff key academic and school events as a representative of University Advancement

Partner with Individual Giving Executive Directors to ensure they have effective school-based strategies for gift opportunities

Support unit-based training for gift officers

Serve as liaison for principal gift activity

Oversee fund administration for Arts & Sciences in collaboration with the Donor Relations team and supported by the Arts & Sciences stewardship officers

Navigate and manage the development of gift agreements with Donor Relations that support Arts & Sciences; advise gift officers on donor expectations

Lead the Arts & Sciences Advancement team in the Philanthropic Strategy vertical: set performance goals, provide mentorship, guidance, and regular feedback

Develop and manage budgets for unit activity

Develop and manage annual operational plans

Manage relationships with units across University Advancement; drive accountability for agreed-upon goals and deliverables

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

FundraisingMajor Gifts FundraisingStrategic PlanningBudget ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationAnalytical ThinkingCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Goal SettingMeeting OrganizationPeople ManagementTeam AccountabilityTeam Goal SettingWorking IndependentlyWorkplace ProductivityWork RelationshipsConfidentialityHighly Developed InterpersonalInterpersonal CommunicationLeadershipOral CommunicationsProblem SolvingRelationship BuildingTeam LeadershipWritten Communication

Required

Bachelor's degree

8 Years of relevant experience

The ideal candidate will be an experienced fundraising professional with a demonstrated track record as fundraiser, manager, and strategist

A record of significant achievement in the area of major gifts and demonstrated skill in developing sophisticated strategies for planning, implementing, and administering complex gift situations

Excellent understanding of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices

Strong commitment to ethical fundraising practices and a comprehensive understanding of relevant laws and regulations

Ability to operate with a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion

Ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies within a complex organization

An ability to work successfully with administration, faculty, and volunteers as appropriate to secure gifts for the University and its various schools and programs

Experience with progressively responsible management positions, preferably in a higher education or related fundraising environment

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.

Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.

Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.