University of Indianapolis
Director of Advancement - College of Health Sciences
University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
Job DescriptionThe Director of Advancement is responsible for securing major gifts of $25,000+ in support of the strategic needs of the University, specifically the College of Health Sciences. This person will collaborate with numerous internal and external stakeholders, including the assigned Dean and/or faculty member(s) of their respective unit. This person is responsible for implementing fundraising strategies as it relates to major gifts including identification, qualification, cultivation, and solicitation of prospects with a focus on fostering positive, professional and ongoing relationships with high capacity and emerging major gift donors.
REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
2 – 5 years face to face fundraising experience with a proven track record of securing gifts.
Bachelor's degree required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, including the demonstrated ability to communicate well in writing and speak before groups.
Knowledge of finance, planned giving, alumni engagement, corporate relations and advancement communications preferred.
Ability to travel across the United States as needed.
Valid Driver’s License.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develop and execute a plan to connect donors to the University through the active use of the development process, including solicitation of major gifts, working closely with the Associate Vice President of Advancement, Vice President of Advancement, the Office of Advancement staff and other university faculty and staff.
Responsible for securing major gifts aimed at meeting the strategic goals of the University of Indianapolis, its programs, disciplines and the University, with an expectation of raising a minimum of $1M gifts annually.
Responsible for securing a minimum of 120 visits annually with donors and prospects with a minimum of 50 visits to be discovery visits.
Identify and establish personal contact with current and prospective major gift donors whose interest and financial capacity have the greatest likelihood of strategically meeting the University fundraising goals, in consultation with the Associate Vice President of Advancement.
Frequent travel and/or evening and weekend duties are required.
Orchestrate and execute the advancement of relationships with prospective donors through appropriate stages of qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
Collaborate with appropriate advancement and academic staff to develop prospect strategies and build relationships.
Set specific objectives to effectively advance toward solicitation of major gifts.
Solicit prospects for gifts in support of the University’s strategic plan and fundraising priorities.
Host or co-host receptions and other donor events locally and regionally.
Provide stewardship of gifts including coordinating recognition events, dedications, and working with the Office of Advancement on appropriate recognition.
Become familiar with and understand key initiatives of the University relating to faculty, students, instruction and research.
Continually improve professional competency through training and participation in and/or leadership in professional, organizational and other not-for-profit organizations.
Serve as a role model and mentor to Associate Director of Development.
Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.
COMPETENCIES/OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
To perform the job successfully, an individual will demonstrate the following:
Ability to interpret and articulate the mission of the University of Indianapolis as needed.
Must be able to interact with stakeholders from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to use good judgment, maintain confidentiality and represent the University with tact and diplomacy at all times required.
Sound judgment, initiative, and ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team required.
Excellent relationship building, organizational skills, and time management skills required.
Knowledge of and mandatory use of all CRM programs operated by the Office of Advancement.
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REQUIREMENTS/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
2 – 5 years face to face fundraising experience with a proven track record of securing gifts.
Bachelor's degree required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, including the demonstrated ability to communicate well in writing and speak before groups.
Knowledge of finance, planned giving, alumni engagement, corporate relations and advancement communications preferred.
Ability to travel across the United States as needed.
Valid Driver’s License.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develop and execute a plan to connect donors to the University through the active use of the development process, including solicitation of major gifts, working closely with the Associate Vice President of Advancement, Vice President of Advancement, the Office of Advancement staff and other university faculty and staff.
Responsible for securing major gifts aimed at meeting the strategic goals of the University of Indianapolis, its programs, disciplines and the University, with an expectation of raising a minimum of $1M gifts annually.
Responsible for securing a minimum of 120 visits annually with donors and prospects with a minimum of 50 visits to be discovery visits.
Identify and establish personal contact with current and prospective major gift donors whose interest and financial capacity have the greatest likelihood of strategically meeting the University fundraising goals, in consultation with the Associate Vice President of Advancement.
Frequent travel and/or evening and weekend duties are required.
Orchestrate and execute the advancement of relationships with prospective donors through appropriate stages of qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
Collaborate with appropriate advancement and academic staff to develop prospect strategies and build relationships.
Set specific objectives to effectively advance toward solicitation of major gifts.
Solicit prospects for gifts in support of the University’s strategic plan and fundraising priorities.
Host or co-host receptions and other donor events locally and regionally.
Provide stewardship of gifts including coordinating recognition events, dedications, and working with the Office of Advancement on appropriate recognition.
Become familiar with and understand key initiatives of the University relating to faculty, students, instruction and research.
Continually improve professional competency through training and participation in and/or leadership in professional, organizational and other not-for-profit organizations.
Serve as a role model and mentor to Associate Director of Development.
Follow the guidance and direction of supervisor(s).
Demonstrate respectful, ethical, responsible behavior.
Abide by the University’s policies, procedures, and rules.
Perform employee responsibilities as detailed in employee handbooks and policies.
Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Other duties, including special projects, as required or assigned.
COMPETENCIES/OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
To perform the job successfully, an individual will demonstrate the following:
Ability to interpret and articulate the mission of the University of Indianapolis as needed.
Must be able to interact with stakeholders from a wide range of professional and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to use good judgment, maintain confidentiality and represent the University with tact and diplomacy at all times required.
Sound judgment, initiative, and ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team required.
Excellent relationship building, organizational skills, and time management skills required.
Knowledge of and mandatory use of all CRM programs operated by the Office of Advancement.
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