Associate Director of Development, College of Medicine (Hybrid)

At the University of Cincinnati Foundation, we commit ourselves to providing a place where everyone belongs. We care deeply about those in our community, while also taking care to nurture new relationships. We have the courage to dream big, drive excellence and uphold integrity in our work. We amplify our collective impact by celebrating different perspectives and embracing inclusion.

Structure

The Associate Director of Development, Colleges is an exempt (salaried) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) and reporting to the Executive Director of Development, College of Medicine.

Focus

The Associate Director of Development is responsible for fundraising in support of the University of Cincinnati’s College of Medicine in collaboration with the Executive Director of Development. Heavy emphasis is be placed on developing relationships with a large alumni network, high-net-worth individuals, and community partners in an effort to secure funding to support the College’s priorities and the Foundation’s mission.

Specific Duties

• Develop and implement plans for achieving projected dollar goals for assigned projects each year.
• Build and maintain an active portfolio of major gift ($50K+) prospects through a robust schedule of personal visits and strategic interactions.
• Foster productive partnerships with College of Medicine faculty and champions to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and close gifts to fund priority programs.
• Work collaboratively with UCF departments and fundraising specialists (prospect development, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, and national programs) to enhance fundraising revenue and donor impact.
• Maintain an active schedule of personal visits with prospects.
• Ensure appropriate stewardship of gifts and donors.
• Maintain donor files and reports related to UCF and the College of Medicine
• Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years of fundraising experience, or advanced degree with 2-3 years of fundraising experience, preferably in a medical or healthcare.
• Record of successful gift solicitation and closure.
• Candidates should possess strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact favorably with a diverse group of individuals and to foster strong, productive relationships.
• Understanding of basic scientific principles or capacity to learn such concepts.
• Willingness to travel and attend evening and weekend activities as needed. Valid driver’s license required for travel.
• A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati and UC Health.

What We Offer

The anticipated starting salary range for the Associate Director of Development role is $60,000-$75,000 annually. When determining the final offer amount the UC Foundation considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

At the UC Foundation, we understand the importance of providing both a desirable work environment as well as benefits that provide our employee’s peace of mind and work/life balance. We offer a total rewards package inclusive of performance based bonus, as well as, competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition remission, retirement with employer match, paid parental leave, and paid vacation, sick time and holidays, including calendar year-end closing. To learn more, visit our careers page.

Physical Demands

This position is considered to have sedentary work. Exerting up to 10lbs. of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position requires:

• Finger use
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, this position is subject to outside environmental conditions and indoor conditions.

Pre-Hire Requirements

The UC Foundation seeks talented, collaborative and mission-focused individuals to join our advancement team in driving philanthropic support for the University of Cincinnati and UC Health. All offers of full-time employment are contingent upon passing a criminal background check and drug test. Positions requiring a degree are also contingent upon education verification.