Senior Executive Director for Development, Constituency Programs and Regional

University of California, Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 241,400; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside is seeking a Senior Executive Director for Development, Constituency Programs and Regional. The role involves overseeing a team aimed at raising substantial funds and collaborating with university leadership to enhance fundraising efforts.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fundraising strategies, team management, and strong relationships with stakeholders. An annual fundraising goal of at least $1 million is expected, along with significant leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, preferably in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing teams.
• Strong strategic and fiscal planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development initiatives and staff performance metrics.
• Collaborate with university leaders to identify funding opportunities.
• Manage a portfolio expected to raise at least $1 million annually.

Skills

Fundraising strategy development

Leadership and team management

Relationship building with stakeholders

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Senior Executive Director for Development, Constituency Programs and Regional

Overview

The Senior Executive Director for Development, Constituency Programs and Regional reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor, Development, and serves on the senior development executive team. The incumbent will oversee an administrative coordinator and development officers across campus, forming a hybrid centralized/decentralized development team that works closely with the Deans, Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs, and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics, and faculty to identify opportunities for private support. In conjunction with the Associate Vice Chancellor, the SED will work to create a holistic, strategic, and thoughtful approach to the development operation for seven academic and central units, overseeing a team of fifteen. The incumbent will supervise and work with senior director-level development positions in the College of Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences (CHASS), School of Education (SOE), School of Public Policy (SPP), Intercollegiate Athletics (ATH), Regional & Pipeline Development, and Student Affairs to set priorities, annual goals, and staff performance metrics required to meet long‑term university-wide, college, and school objectives. The SED will foster a culture of accountability around metrics and develop strategies to build fundraising capacity and drive results. The incumbent will hold a portfolio and will be expected to fundraise at minimum $1MM annually.

Salary: $123,000 - $241,400 annually (expected pay scale $123,000 - $180,000)

Work Authorization: Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Sponsorship of employment visas is not available.

Compliance: As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.