Director of Development, Cancer and Health Systems

University of California - Irvine Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Irvine Health is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising programs for the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center and other cancer-adjacent departments. The role focuses on securing private philanthropic support and reports to the Senior Executive Director of Development, Health Advancement.

You will collaborate with University Advancement colleagues and health-development officers across the campus, driving financial goals, managing multiple priorities,

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, procedures, and techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of location and higher education/healthcare landscape.
• Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen, to secure gifts.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to prepare complex proposals and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead development programs for UCI Health within the Cancer Center and cancer-adjacent areas.
• Secure private philanthropic support to meet financial goals and metrics.
• Collaborate with Health Advancement and campus colleagues; report to the Sr. Executive Director of Development, Health Advancement.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Public relations

Communication skills

Project management

Confidentiality

Proposal writing

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Who We Are

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation's top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It's located in one of the world's safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County's second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

In 1965, the University of California, Irvine was founded with a mission to catalyze the community and enhance lives through rigorous academics, cutting‑edge research, and dedicated public service. A top public university, UCI has become internationally recognized for improving lives through research and discovery, fostering excellence in scholarship and teaching, and engaging and enriching the community. Today, UCI continues to inspire change and pioneer new ideas with the support of its generous partners, alumni and friends.

Through the combined efforts of the University Advancement & Alumni relations team, the university is able to share its amazing achievements, build lasting relationships and generate support for important campus programs and initiatives. University Advancement seeks to strengthen contributions in research, education, and service; accelerate the university's place among globally preeminent research universities; and bring together passions, skills, and creativity to further improve people's lives.

Your Role on the Team

The Director of Development is a fundraising professional who works collaboratively with the Senior Executive Director of Development (SrEDOD) for Cancer and UCI Health System Programs and University Advancement (UA) colleagues to lead specific development programs for UCI Health within the Chao Family Comprehensive Cancer Center and other departments and divisions that are cancer adjacent, securing significant philanthropic investments to support these areas. The primary activity of the Director of Development is externally focused to secure private philanthropic support and the Director of Development's effectiveness will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial goals and meet metrics. The Director of Development reports to the Senior Executive Director of Development, Health Advancement. The Director of Development is expected to be a highly collaborative colleague with other development officers on the Health Advancement team and across the campus.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Advanced working knowledge of all aspects of the location, including current issues of concern for both the campus and / or throughout higher education / healthcare generally. Advanced working knowledge of the location, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc.
• Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen, to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies. Ability to make persuasive and compelling presentations of goals and objectives for a location in order to secure gifts.
• Advanced organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills, including skill in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification / avoidance / resolution, and strong project management skills.
• Very strong skills in maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to prepare complex and detailed proposals and related materials.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Salesforce or a comparable donor/prospect database system.
• Demonstrable experience in stewardship plans leading to additional investments.
• Clarity of focus while juggling complex projects and/or deadlines. Ability to meet demanding work schedule expectations.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Five years' successful professional development and/or fundraising-related experience, preferably in higher education, OR, any equivalent combinations of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been achieved.

Special Conditions:

• May work long hours to meet fundraising commitments
• Local, regional, and national travel

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

The expected pay range for this recruitment is $111,300- $130,000 (Annual).

Conditions of Employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization