Assistant Dean for Advancement & Chief Development Officer

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California seeks an Assistant Dean of Advancement and Chief Development Officer to lead all fundraising activities, including major gifts, foundation relations, and donor stewardship. This role partners with the Dean and senior leaders to align fundraising with strategic priorities and drive campaigns, grants, and communications.

The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of major gifts, cultivate relationships with alumni and patrons, and guide strategic plans to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Minimum of five years of fundraising leadership.
• Proven success securing major gifts and managing donor relationships.
• Experience developing strategic fundraising plans.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work with senior leaders and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
• Manage major and principal gift prospects.
• Oversee foundation relations and grant management.
• Lead donor engagement through events and communications.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and central advancement.

Skills

Major gifts

Donor relationships

Strategy development

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

University of Southern California seeks an Assistant Dean of Advancement and Chief Development Officer to lead all fundraising activities, including major gifts, foundation relations, and donor stewardship. This role partners with the Dean and senior leaders to align fundraising with strategic priorities and drive campaigns, grants, and communications.

The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of major gifts, cultivate relationships with alumni and patrons, and guide strategic plans to