University of Southern California
Executive Director of Gift Planning
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Executive Director of Gift PlanningUniversity AdvancementLos Angeles, CaliforniaThe University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.University Advancement is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture in which all advancement staff and our stakeholders have the opportunity to connect, belong, and grow while supporting the University of Southern California's mission, values, and goals.University Advancement seeks to recruit a highly talented and experienced gift planning professional for the position of
Executive Director of Gift Planning
to secure planned gifts for Advancing Health. This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Gift Planning, University Advancement and will work closely with the key stakeholders of one of the following schools:
Keck School of Medicine at USC and across USC in the areas related to Advancing Health
to lead gift planning fundraising between University Advancement and the designated academic units/programs for Advancing Health.The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive gift planning fundraising strategies for securing financial support from a portfolio of approximately 50 planned giving prospects with an emphasis on gifts of $1,000,000 and above, including identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of gifts to support Advancing Health.This is a role that requires a professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills, an entrepreneurial thinker, and a problem solver. The ideal candidate must possess strong gift planning technical, relationship building, and management skills. Familiarity working with faculty, top executives, and community leaders is desired.Responsibilities:Raise principal gift level planned gifts towards Advancing Health, developing, managing, and soliciting a portfolio of high-net-worth prospects.Partner with university faculty and advancement leaders to align and organize multi-disciplinary stakeholders to tackle key priorities of Advancing Health.Serve as a key advancement partner to the
Keck School of Medicine at USC
and across USC in the areas related to Advancing Health.Develop and manage a portfolio of approximately 50 principal gift level planned giving prospects (1M+).Work independently and collaboratively with the University Advancement team,
Keck School of Medicine at USC , and academic units/programs across USC in creating and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and financial support planned gifts.Assume and achieve gift planning fundraising financial and activity goals set annually.Ensure compliance with all University fundraising policies, goals, and procedures.Represent USC Advancement at professional and university meetings, seminars, and conferences for professional development.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.Required Education:
Bachelor's degreePreferred Education:
Master's or J.D. degree and/or relevant professional certifications highly preferredMinimum Skills & Experience:Minimum experience of 8 years in gift planning.6 or more years of experience in gift planning in major campaigns, fundraising, and senior volunteer group management experience.Significant knowledge of and experience with gift planning vehicles, as well as relevant tax accounting, legal requirements, and suitable assets.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.A valid driver's license is required.Preferred Skills & Experience:Preferred experience of 15 years in gift planning.Experienced senior fundraising professional with a demonstrated track record of personally closing multiple planned gifts of $5M-$10M+ annually.Required Documents and Additional Information:Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.The budgeted salary range for this position is $225,000 - $270,000.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family, eligibility for retirement plans, tuition benefits, and discounts to campus events.The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degreeMinimum Experience:
8 yearsMinimum Field of Expertise:
Eight years' experience in planning development efforts in support of institutional and departmental strategies.
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Executive Director of Gift Planning
to secure planned gifts for Advancing Health. This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Gift Planning, University Advancement and will work closely with the key stakeholders of one of the following schools:
Keck School of Medicine at USC and across USC in the areas related to Advancing Health
to lead gift planning fundraising between University Advancement and the designated academic units/programs for Advancing Health.The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive gift planning fundraising strategies for securing financial support from a portfolio of approximately 50 planned giving prospects with an emphasis on gifts of $1,000,000 and above, including identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of gifts to support Advancing Health.This is a role that requires a professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills, an entrepreneurial thinker, and a problem solver. The ideal candidate must possess strong gift planning technical, relationship building, and management skills. Familiarity working with faculty, top executives, and community leaders is desired.Responsibilities:Raise principal gift level planned gifts towards Advancing Health, developing, managing, and soliciting a portfolio of high-net-worth prospects.Partner with university faculty and advancement leaders to align and organize multi-disciplinary stakeholders to tackle key priorities of Advancing Health.Serve as a key advancement partner to the
Keck School of Medicine at USC
and across USC in the areas related to Advancing Health.Develop and manage a portfolio of approximately 50 principal gift level planned giving prospects (1M+).Work independently and collaboratively with the University Advancement team,
Keck School of Medicine at USC , and academic units/programs across USC in creating and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and financial support planned gifts.Assume and achieve gift planning fundraising financial and activity goals set annually.Ensure compliance with all University fundraising policies, goals, and procedures.Represent USC Advancement at professional and university meetings, seminars, and conferences for professional development.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.Required Education:
Bachelor's degreePreferred Education:
Master's or J.D. degree and/or relevant professional certifications highly preferredMinimum Skills & Experience:Minimum experience of 8 years in gift planning.6 or more years of experience in gift planning in major campaigns, fundraising, and senior volunteer group management experience.Significant knowledge of and experience with gift planning vehicles, as well as relevant tax accounting, legal requirements, and suitable assets.Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.A valid driver's license is required.Preferred Skills & Experience:Preferred experience of 15 years in gift planning.Experienced senior fundraising professional with a demonstrated track record of personally closing multiple planned gifts of $5M-$10M+ annually.Required Documents and Additional Information:Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.The budgeted salary range for this position is $225,000 - $270,000.USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff & their family, eligibility for retirement plans, tuition benefits, and discounts to campus events.The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degreeMinimum Experience:
8 yearsMinimum Field of Expertise:
Eight years' experience in planning development efforts in support of institutional and departmental strategies.
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