Logo
University of California-Berkeley

Executive Strategist (0566U), University Development and Alumni Relations - #713

University of California-Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709


Job ID

71382Location

Main Campus-BerkeleyFull/Part Time

Full TimeAbout Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.Departmental Overview

University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) helps build Berkeley's excellence through communications, public outreach, fundraising, and alumni relations all to raise public awareness about Berkeley and increase private philanthropy. UDAR provides overall direction for the campus's philanthropic advancement strategies and strengthens campus unit development in partnership with campus fundraisers.Position Overview

As a key UC Berkeley campus expert and contributor to Berkeley's fundraising enterprise, the Executive Strategist applies in-depth knowledge and expert-level experience on campus-wide fundraising initiatives/projects that impact UC Berkeley. Identifies, formulates and advises on advancement policy development and implementation.Responsibilities

University Advancement Constituent Leadership and Consultation:Serves as a Berkeley organizational expert on significant campus-wide policy issue(s) or initiatives.Advises UDAR's Vice Chancellor on significant campus-wide policy issues or initiatives related to the campus' comprehensive advancement activities.Project Management and Strategic Partnership:Serves as a campus expert facilitating and advancing key initiatives through strategic planning.Provides high-level analysis and complex research for fundraising and donor projects.Strategic Policy and Advancement Program Planning:Provides leadership, expert guidance, education, and policy development as a campus expert.Formulates new organizational and advancement strategies, and develops implementation plans.Required Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of demonstrated expert knowledge of higher-education advancement.Expert analytical, problem-solving, project planning and implementation skills.Advanced knowledge of external regulatory requirements and best practices in the fundraising policy domain.Highly skilled communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to lead large-scale, time-sensitive projects.Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Preferred Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of UC campus and system-wide organizational reporting structure.Salary & Benefits

This is an exempt, monthly paid position, eligible for UC benefits. The salary range for this position is a minimum of $98,600, a midpoint of $141,500.00, and a maximum of $184,400. Salary will be commensurate with experience.How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

#J-18808-Ljbffr