Director of Advancement for Foundation Relations

UWMIL University of Wisconsin Milwaukee; EE. UU.; Presencial; USD 84.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is seeking a Director of Advancement for Foundation Relations, a Gift Officer II role focused on major and foundation prospects. You will cultivate relationships, develop fundraising plans, and lead a team toward revenue goals.

You will manage 50–100 high-capacity foundation prospects, coordinate with campus partners, and serve as a leader in Foundation Relations. A Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of fundraising experience are required.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Eight+ years of professional fundraising experience with a track record of soliciting prospects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with computers and standard applications (Microsoft Office, Adobe, etc.).

Responsabilidades

• Identifies and maintains donor relationships and solicitation opportunities to reach program funding goals.
• Manages a portfolio of regional and national foundation prospects and tracks activities.
• Leads end-to-end development of letters of inquiry and proposals for foundation grants and gifts.
• Serves as a unit liaison to internal and external constituencies and represents the institution's interests.
• Creates partnerships within the Advancement team to reach fundraising goals.
• Collaborates with campus partners to strengthen relationships with prospects and donors.
• Serves as the team leader in Foundation Relations.

Conocimientos

Verbal communication

Written communication

Fundraising experience

Relationship management

Donor relations

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Herramientas

CRM software

Database solutions

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Descripción del empleo

Position Title:

Director of Advancement for Foundation Relations

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Gift Officer II

Job Duties:

The Gift Officer II – Director of Advancement (Foundation Relations) identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects at major and principal levels, develops and implements fundraising plans, and works collaboratively with other Advancement staff to meet predefined gift contribution goals. The Director of Advancement acts as a leader and a mentor on the team of Directors of Advancement, especially in Foundation Relations. This position is a member of the frontline development team whose primary responsibility is revenue generation through relationship-based fundraising activities. This individual manages a portfolio of 50 - 100 high-capacity, high-affinity foundation and organization prospects and develops a strategy for each prospect moving them closer to gift solicitation. This individual is strategic and thoughtful, using their strong communication and interpersonal skills to meet metrics as set forth by the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development, being as productive as possible while employing efficient strategies for success. UWM’s University Advancement university wide fundraising model requires eligible candidates to be both adaptable and have a genuine desire to learn about people, organizations, and opportunities. Gift Officers are asked to become subject matter experts in a fundraising program area, in this case Foundation Relations. To best succeed in the UWM UA environment, specific qualifications include: the ability to conceive and ask thoughtful questions and to adjust communication and engagement strategies to meet philanthropic goals; excellent listening skills and a professional who prioritizes long-term partnerships over transactional fundraising; strategic thinking skills and being informed on fundraising trends and donor behavior; and problem solving abilities that assist in overcoming challenges. Successful candidates will need to adopt a team-centric approach and create partnerships and strong and trusting relationships with members of the University Advancement team, colleagues and leaders working in divisions across UWM’s campus, and staff and colleagues at the UWM Foundation, Inc., UWM’s closely affiliated non-profit foundation. The Director of Advancement must demonstrate independent, proactive, creative, and strategic thinking when approaching their work. They will be a key member of the team of fundraisers, must manage multiple, simultaneous assignments, and meet deadlines without compromising quality in a service-oriented environment. The Director of Advancement must demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in using database solutions to execute strategies with prospects and donors and to track relationship status and produce efficient results. It is critical that the individual embraces UWM’s University Advancement’s data-driven culture. The Director of Advancement may need to attend weekend and/or evening events as driven by prospect and donor relationships.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Identifies, promotes, and maintains donor relationships and identifies solicitation opportunities specifically designed for the generation of gifts to reach program funding goals through optimal management of a portfolio of prospects and donors
• Manages a portfolio of prospects primarily consisting of both regional and national foundation prospects, evaluates existing strategies, builds connections, and tracks activities and reports as required
• Leads the end-to-end development of letters of inquiry and proposals for foundation grants and gifts
• Serves as a unit liaison to internal and external constituencies, builds relationships, provides information, and represents the interests of the institution
• Creates partnerships within the Advancement team to reach fundraising goals
• Collaborates with campus partners to assist in strengthening relationships with prospects and donors to grow philanthropic revenues
• Serves as the team leader in Foundation Relations

Philanthropic Strategy and Relationship Management Department:

At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the Division of University Advancement (UA) has the privilege of championing one of the country’s leading research universities. In collaboration with our internal and external stakeholders, we maximize private support for UWM’s schools, colleges, units, and programs through a comprehensive development and alumni relations program that:

• Promotes a university-wide culture of philanthropy and stewardship
• Engages alums through high impact and highly visible programs and services
• Supports and fosters investment in campus priorities
• Respects donors’ philanthropic interests and passions
• Provides a joyful giving experience
• Complies with relevant professional codes of conduct and ethics
• Holds parties accountable for meeting goals and objectives

Compensation:

$84,000 - $90,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.)

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree
• At least eight years of professional fundraising experience with a track record of soliciting prospects
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with computers and standard applications (Microsoft Office, Adobe, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Broad-based and progressive fundraising experience in areas related to annual giving, proposal preparation, individual, corporate and foundation solicitations, including major and planned gifts
• Experience writing grants and reporting on impact of grants received
• Experience working in large, complex institutions such as universities, hospitals, or government agencies
• Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) software applications and/or database solutions for event management, marketing, etc.
• Fundraising campaign experience

Reasonable Accommodations:

Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [e-mail] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials:

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy:

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization:

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 187 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. At UWM, we are committed to creating positive employee experiences, so our team members are able to thrive and excel in their work. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information (Compensation figures are for example purposes only).

Benefits:

• UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes toward the cost of several benefit plans.
• Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays.