Strategic Development & Alumni Relations Leader

University of California, Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 188,000 - 216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

UC benefits

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley School of Public Health seeks an Assistant Dean for Development & External Relations to lead fundraising and external relations programs. The role coordinates with division heads and program directors to cultivate major gifts and engage alumni and external partners.

The position oversees a team, manages a portfolio of high-capacity donors, and drives strategic fundraising initiatives across the school’s external relations portfolio.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts.
• Experience designing and implementing major gift strategies and donor identification.
• Ability to manage foundations, nonprofits, and corporate sponsorships.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.
• Ability to develop complex gift proposals and multi-institutional collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Directs a comprehensive development program including major gifts, annual fund, and donor programs.
• Develops strategic plans aligned with school priorities to maximize donor engagement.
• Collaborates with dean and UDAR leadership on donor engagement and proposals.
• Qualifies and solicits major gifts from top prospects and ensures fundraising goals are met.
• Oversees a 40–80 prospect portfolio and manages staff effectiveness and budget.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Public relations

Strategic planning

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

University of California, Berkeley School of Public Health seeks an Assistant Dean for Development & External Relations to lead fundraising and external relations programs. The role coordinates with division heads and program directors to cultivate major gifts and engage alumni and external partners.

The position oversees a team, manages a portfolio of high-capacity donors, and drives strategic fundraising initiatives across the school’s external relations portfolio.