Senior Director of Philanthropy

Clayton State University; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution in Georgia seeks a Senior Director for Philanthropy and Engagement to enhance fundraising efforts. This pivotal role involves identifying and cultivating relationships with private stakeholders to secure philanthropic support for various programs. The successful candidate will work closely with university leadership to develop compelling cases for support, manage major gift solicitations, and build strategic partnerships. With a focus on community engagement and collaboration, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of education and healthcare. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to advancing the mission of a leading university.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Earned Vacation Time

Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Tuition Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in higher education or non-profit with major gifts.
• Experience in identifying and cultivating philanthropic gifts.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate relationships with private stakeholders.
• Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and solicit gifts.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Analytical Abilities

Confidentiality

Creativity

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Job Summary

The Senior Director for Philanthropy and Engagement identifies and cultivates relationships with external private stakeholders and seeks to increase philanthropic, sponsorship, and research revenues directed to the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center, the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences, and College of Science and Mathematics to advance and support the university mission.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

GENERAL DUTIES: Works closely with the Vice Presidents, deans, department chairs, and faculty to: gain awareness of collective and individual areas of expertise, excellence, and unique capabilities in their related fields. Develop and communicate the philanthropic and partnership cases for support/investment in the programs and priorities of the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences, Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center and College of Science and Mathematics. Leverage their professional relationships and expertise in specific fields to identify and engage with prospective industry partners with mutual interests, utilize their programmatic knowledge to assist with the cultivation of major gift prospects, sponsors, or partnerships with private external sources.

MAJOR GIFT MANAGEMENT: Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more to the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences, GA Cyber Innovation Center and College of Science and Mathematics with special emphasis on major gifts of $250,000 or more for Augusta University, by strategically building and managing a portfolio of approximately 125 confirmed major gifts prospects.

Performance is evaluated annually based upon predetermined and weighted performance of the responsibilities of the employee:

• Scheduling of and participation in face-to-face meetings with major gift prospective donors, and/or donors
• Identification and qualification of new major gift prospects
• Number of major gift proposals presented
• Number of major gifts solicitations closed

Specific targets and weighting for all categories are based upon the breadth and maturity of the Senior Director of Philanthropy major gifts prospect portfolio on an annual basis.

COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION: Facilitates new and leverages existing academic, research and business relationships between external industry partners and faculty and/or AU programs. Identifies opportunities to deepen relationships through and solicits individual and industry partners for internships, sponsorships, leases, sponsored research and other mutually beneficial agreements between the university and private external stakeholders.

DOCUMENTATION: Appropriate and timely documentation of all stakeholder interactions and stakeholder relationship activities within the database of record

OTHER DUTIES: Works collaboratively with other Augusta University philanthropy professionals in the successful planning and execution of multiple college and university-wide alumni and donor engagement, stewardship and fundraising events; partners with the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences, Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center and College of Science and Mathematics colleagues on successful execution of events that expose external stakeholders to STEM initiatives at Augusta University. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of five years of experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts. Demonstrative success closing multiple gifts of $100,000 or more. Demonstrative success closing multiple gifts of $100,000 or more.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university. 5 or more years major gift fundraising experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts. Demonstrated experience and established relationships working with cyber security industry partners. Demonstrated success closing multiple gifts of $100,000 or more. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal/written communication skills, attention to detail and analytical abilities.

- Ability to multi-task, think creatively and handle a heavy workload.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality.

- Able to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including healthcare professionals, community leaders, as well as patients, families, volunteers and employees.

- Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and conduct multi-day business trips.

KNOWLEDGE

- Knowledge of standard event management tasks and resources.

- Experience with databases (especially Raiser's Edge) and Internet searches.

SKILLS

- Highly developed computer skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and constituent relations software.

- A high energy level, integrity and sincerity.

- Require adaptability, good judgment and initiative.

Salary Minimum: $109,500 - Midpoint: $139,600

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 2/6/25 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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