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Assistant Director of Development, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering

Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona, us, 85285


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Tempe, AZ

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R823

Assistant Director of Development, Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering

The ASU Foundation (ASUF) fosters partnerships between ASU and like-minded individuals, corporations and foundations who believe in ASU’s mission and provide resources for ASU to manifest its charter into meaningful impact.The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is the largest and most comprehensive engineering school in the nation, offering 25 undergraduate degree programs, and 48 graduate degree programs.T he Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering seeks to build engineers and inspire innovators.

Through philanthropic, industry and foundation relationships we advance technologies and educational pathways needed for the future.To support the philanthropic growth and impact of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the ASU Foundation is seeking an assistant director of development.

The assistant director of development

is an externally focused development professional who will work collaboratively with the ASU Foundation and with academic leadership. The principal activity of this professional development officer is to be externally focused, with responsibility for engaging a portfolio of individuals, corporations, and foundations that have a potential affinity with ASU or the school. The assistant director’s effectiveness will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial goals and contact metrics consistent with the programs and prospects assigned.What you'll do:Assists in the development and execution of strategic fundraising and engagement efforts of assigned area(s) by designing, implementing, evaluating and refining development activities to drive donor retention, reactivation, acquisition, and pipeline growth

Depending on area(s) of assignment, actively engages donors, alumni, faculty, staff, and students managing a personal gift/prospect portfolio with a focus on securing gifts at or above the $25,000 level in accordance with performance metrics

Works with development team and academic leaders to assist and direct the implementation and coordination of special fundraising and engagement opportunities by identifying, cultivating and soliciting annual, major and planned gifts; depending on previous experience, there may be a topical focus with a division

Guided by the direction and scope of a prospect’s interest, collaborates with various faculty, institute/center directors, and unit-based and foundation-based fundraisers to leverage the maximum philanthropic potential of a prospect

Develops and submits written proposals, budgets, and other collateral materials as needed for securing philanthropic investments

Depending on area(s) of assignment, collaborates with and coordinates the efforts of various ASU offices and functions to advance prospect and donor strategies (i.e., alumni engagement, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, development, donor relations, estate and gift planning, financial services, research and prospect management, etc.)

Proactively manages a major gift/prospect portfolio ($25,000+), prospects, develops and executes strategic prospect strategies leading to solicitation and investment based on the opportunities of each special assignment

Uses the ASUF prospect management and tracking system (i.e., Salesforce,) to record and coordinate contacts and proposals

Assumes responsibility for core fundraising metrics including face-to-face visits with prospects, identification of new prospects, growth in cumulative giving from the prospect portfolio, major gift proposals submitted, dollars raised

Ensures proper stewardship and recognition of donors in portfolio

Assists development team with campaign planning and implementation

Participates, as a member of the ASUF development team and serve as a resource to development colleagues regarding fundraising opportunities

Establishes strong working relationships with deans, chairs, directors, and faculty members of assigned unit(s)

What you'll need:Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with academic leadership, faculty, prospects, donors, and/or volunteers in a wide range of roles

Ability to conduct research, gather data, analyze information, and prepare effective, accurate, and timely reports and other documents to support development objectives

Database management skills

Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments

Ability to exercise good judgment, to demonstrate an understanding of ethics related to development activities, and to use discretion in interactions with donors, prospects, volunteers, and others

Ability to foster effective working relationships within a team environment

Community relations skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively within a diverse community

Program planning and leadership skills

Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups

Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Foundation and University business and confidential prospect information

Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds

Ability to represent the institution well and possess an advocate’s belief in the vision of ASU as the New American University

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable working in donor/prospect computer database systems

Relevant

qualifications:Bachelor’s degree

in a related field, or currently enrolled in

bachelor's degree program

Two (2) to (3) years of successful development experience

Demonstrated ability in securing grants and gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other private funding sources

Demonstrated organizational skills and experience in managing events and other complex activities in support of development objectives

Preferred education and experience:Advanced degree

Two (2) to (3) years of successful development experience in higher education

Knowledge of fundraising techniques including proposal development, prospect identification, fund solicitation, database management, donor tracking, and social networking and marketing tools in higher education

Benefits:Hybrid work schedule. We work from home two days a week!

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with matching employer contribution

22 days of vacation time

11 holidays, including your birthday

Parental leave

Significant tuition reductions

Professional development is highly valued at ASU Enterprise Partners, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest

$30 bi-weekly cell phone reimbursement

At ASU Enterprise Partners:We serve.We serve the faculty and staff of ASU to bring them resources so they can do all the great things that they do.We innovate.We’re always looking for new ideas, new solutions, new approaches and new ways to address the challenges facing ASU.We engage.We engage our donors, philanthropists, investors and partners, connecting them to ASU and helping them share their time, talent and treasure.We care.When we serve, innovate and engage, it shows that we care — about faculty, staff, donors, fellow employees and other partners as we bring resources to ASU.ASU Enterprise Partners and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that is firmly committed to promoting justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within our organization and throughout our sphere of influence. Because we embrace a spirit of innovation and achievement, we will endeavor to maximize the talent and potential of all employees, directors, and volunteers through bold and strategic action aimed at building success and a sense of belonging. All employees are expected to act in good faith to support these actions and to not impede the efforts of others to build a just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive organization.ASU Enterprise Partners

is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Us

Who we are:Arizona State University has developed a new model for the American Research University creating an institution that is committed to excellence, access and impact.ASU measures itself by those it includes and how they succeed, not by those it excludes. ASU pursues research that contributes to the public good and assumes major responsibility for the economic, social and cultural vitality of the communities that surround it.In order to become that model for the New American University, ASU has undergone some radical changes over the last few years. Like many universities, it has added new buildings, hired new faculty and brought in new students. But, unlike many of its peers, ASU has also undertaken a massive reorganization of the institution. ASU has torn down walls between disciplines and encouraged collaboration among diverse units. ASU has altered the trajectory of the university and reevaluated the role that universities play in society, in the economy and in education at all levels. It has changed the relationship between ASU and the State of Arizona.ASU Enterprise Partners

supports the evolution, development and success of Arizona State University and its mission. ASU Enterprise Partners is uniquely positioned to bring solutions to help ASU fulfill its charter by connecting the university to human, financial, physical, and mission-driven resources. These resources are maximized within Enterprise Partners in an innovative and entrepreneurial manner through the design, development and management of specialized business units.ASU Enterprise Partners serves as the resource-raising arm of Arizona State University. As the parent organization of five nonprofits that are each tasked with identifying new revenue opportunities, ASU Enterprise Partners represents a new, innovative and highly efficient model for diversified revenue generation. Through its nonprofits and business units, ASU Enterprise Partners invests in initiatives and partnership opportunities that provide resources to Arizona State University.ASU Foundation- Matches donors with their passions by raising and investing private contributions to ASU programs, faculty and students.University Realty LLC- cultivates and advances commercial and residential real estate projects to support ASU.Skysong Innovations- ASU Enterprise Partners’ technology transfer, creates a pipeline between ASU and Northern Arizona University inventions and the private sector.Realm Spark- a driving connector for EdTech innovation, investment, and integration at ASU. Realm Spark delivers resources and capabilities across the realms of teaching and learning to support ASU’s success as a Public Service Enterprise. Realm Spark serves to identify and foster the best solutions, partners, and technologies for the university. To facilitate innovation and drive positive financial outcomes, Realm Spark acquires and deploys capital from external sources, philanthropic partners, and internal investment pools.ASURE- Conducts applied research, operationalizes university solutions and consults for classified and midrange

technology-readiness-level

(TRL) services for the defense and security industry.ASU Enterprise Partners employs a diverse team

engaged in meaningful work, including fundraisers, designers, scholars, financial wizards, filmmakers, inventors, entrepreneurs and volunteers. Each member brings a different perspective to our vision, yet we share a mission to advance the most innovative university in the country.Advance your career, too.

Professional development is highly valued at ASU Enterprise Partners, where employees are encouraged to look across the organization and nurture new areas of interest. Roles often shift as passions are discovered.Employees and eligible dependents enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; and significant tuition reductions

. Details about our comprehensive benefits are available at

http://asuenterprisepartners.org/employeebenefits

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