WILLIAM MARSH RICE UNIVERSITY
Associate Director of Development, Kinder Institute for Urban Research
WILLIAM MARSH RICE UNIVERSITY, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
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About Rice
Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation's top 20 universities by U.S. News and World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice's culture. They come through in how we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name - RICE - Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence.
Position Summary
The Kinder Institute for Urban Research seeks a full-time Associate Director of Development who will report to the Director of Development. The Associate Director will be part of the KIUR Development team in external affairs and will engage in the fundraising programs for KIUR for annual operating support, corporate and foundation grants, individual major gifts, and event sponsorships.
The Kinder Institute for Urban Research aims to improve lives through data, research, engagement, and action. The institute is currently working to build out five research centers focused on critical aspects shaping the social and cultural landscape of the Houston area. The five centers will research housing, education , public health , economic mobility and inequality , and population dynamics . Each center will investigate its particular topic area and will work across centers.To achieve this, each center is building interdisciplinary teams specializing in solutions-oriented research while using a research-practice partnership (RPP) model to jointly design, develop, and conduct research that values diversity in expertise and prioritizes the community in identifying and addressing some of the most pressing questions and challenges facing Houston to inform decision-making and bring about change in the region.
The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive problem-solver who is able to manage multiple tasks and priorities with frequent interruptions. A strong customer service background and the ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment is also preferred.
Workplace Requirements
This position offers a hybrid work schedule within Harris County and surrounding counties, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position, and the salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. *Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
Three years of related professional experienceSkills
Ability to learn new strategiesWritten and verbal communication skillsData Analysis SkillsAbility to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyGood organizationa and time management skillsKnowledge of Microsoft Office suiteAbility to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedulesFamiliarity with fundraising in a higher education environment is desirableAttention to detail and ability to quickly understand and remember details about alumni/donors and projects to which they are assigned
Preferences
Experience working in a fundraising or CRM database systemExcellent oral and written communication skillsFlexibilityGood judgment and interpersonal skills
Essential Functions
Maintains a portfolio of major gift prospects through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donorsIdentifies fundraising priorities and devises plans and strategies to accomplish goalsWorks collaboratively with faculty and development colleagues in support of fundraising initiativesCollaborates on development-related communications and eventsAssists in the development and execution of a plan to generate annual operating support for KIURHelps solicit gifts from KIUR constituents via direct mail, email, and social mediaIdentifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards annual donorsTracks and reports metrics of annual appeals and sponsorship activitiesPerforms all other duties as assigned
Additional Functions
Helps share the mission, work, and achievements of KIURManages and coordinates event volunteersAssists with event planning and logisticsMaintains accurate and timely information in Owl Connect
Kinder Institute for Urban Research https://kinder.rice.edu/
Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University
Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity at all levels and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
About Rice
Boasting a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas, Rice University is ranked among the nation's top 20 universities by U.S. News and World Report. Rice has a 6-to-1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and a residential college system, which supports students intellectually, emotionally and culturally through social events, intramural sports, student plays, lectures series, courses and student government. Developing close-knit, diverse college communities is a strong campus tradition, which is why Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities.
Rice is also a wonderful place to work. Rice faculty, staff, and students share values that are essential to our success as a healthy community. Those values guide our decisions and behaviors and shape Rice's culture. They come through in how we treat each other and the welcome we extend to our visitors. These values can be recalled simply by our name - RICE - Responsibility, Integrity, Community and Excellence.
Position Summary
The Kinder Institute for Urban Research seeks a full-time Associate Director of Development who will report to the Director of Development. The Associate Director will be part of the KIUR Development team in external affairs and will engage in the fundraising programs for KIUR for annual operating support, corporate and foundation grants, individual major gifts, and event sponsorships.
The Kinder Institute for Urban Research aims to improve lives through data, research, engagement, and action. The institute is currently working to build out five research centers focused on critical aspects shaping the social and cultural landscape of the Houston area. The five centers will research housing, education , public health , economic mobility and inequality , and population dynamics . Each center will investigate its particular topic area and will work across centers.To achieve this, each center is building interdisciplinary teams specializing in solutions-oriented research while using a research-practice partnership (RPP) model to jointly design, develop, and conduct research that values diversity in expertise and prioritizes the community in identifying and addressing some of the most pressing questions and challenges facing Houston to inform decision-making and bring about change in the region.
The ideal candidate is an organized, proactive problem-solver who is able to manage multiple tasks and priorities with frequent interruptions. A strong customer service background and the ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment is also preferred.
Workplace Requirements
This position offers a hybrid work schedule within Harris County and surrounding counties, combining both in-office and remote work to provide flexibility and support collaboration. Per Rice policy 440 , work arrangements may be subject to change.
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position, and the salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. *Exempt (salaried) positions under FLSA are not eligible for overtime.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree
In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.
Three years of related professional experienceSkills
Ability to learn new strategiesWritten and verbal communication skillsData Analysis SkillsAbility to work well under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyGood organizationa and time management skillsKnowledge of Microsoft Office suiteAbility to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedulesFamiliarity with fundraising in a higher education environment is desirableAttention to detail and ability to quickly understand and remember details about alumni/donors and projects to which they are assigned
Preferences
Experience working in a fundraising or CRM database systemExcellent oral and written communication skillsFlexibilityGood judgment and interpersonal skills
Essential Functions
Maintains a portfolio of major gift prospects through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donorsIdentifies fundraising priorities and devises plans and strategies to accomplish goalsWorks collaboratively with faculty and development colleagues in support of fundraising initiativesCollaborates on development-related communications and eventsAssists in the development and execution of a plan to generate annual operating support for KIURHelps solicit gifts from KIUR constituents via direct mail, email, and social mediaIdentifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards annual donorsTracks and reports metrics of annual appeals and sponsorship activitiesPerforms all other duties as assigned
Additional Functions
Helps share the mission, work, and achievements of KIURManages and coordinates event volunteersAssists with event planning and logisticsMaintains accurate and timely information in Owl Connect
Kinder Institute for Urban Research https://kinder.rice.edu/
Rice University HR | Benefits: https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits
Rice Mission and Values: Mission and Values | Rice University
Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity at all levels and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity