Associate Director of Development

2 weeks ago

Stanford, United States Stanford University Full time
Job Title: Associate Director of Development

Stanford University's Office of Development is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Development to join the IDEAL Initiatives and Programs team. As a key member of the team, you will play a critical role in advancing the university's mission by raising philanthropic support from alumni, parents, families, friends, and institutional funders.

About the Role:

The Associate Director of Development will be responsible for coordinating fundraising activities for the IDEAL Racial Justice fundraising Initiative (RJI) and serving as the initiative's primary fundraiser. You will help coordinate the message, articulate the vision, and grow philanthropic partnerships as part of this Stanford Vision development effort.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Prospect identification and solicitation
  • Proposal development and coordination of internal support activities
  • Cultivating and soliciting gifts to the university
  • Managing an active portfolio of assigned prospects
  • Tracking solicitation assignments and progress
  • Developing relationships leading to gifts in the $250,000 - $5,000,000 range
  • Establishing ongoing relationships with individual alumni and friends through personal visits, phone calls, and meaningful contacts
  • Collaborating with central, school/unit colleagues, and event staff to design, manage, and execute events to cultivate and steward donors
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in prospect identification, relationship building, solicitation, and stewardship
  • Demonstrated experience mentoring and working with volunteers, faculty, and staff
  • Superior written and oral communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to articulate a compelling case for philanthropic support programs
  • Ability to translate complex concepts into compelling development proposals
  • Ability to work collaboratively with OOD colleagues as well as within the schools and units, to achieve strategic fundraising results
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including communicating across differences, cultural competence and cultural humility, and emotional intelligence
  • Ability to meet deadlines and function effectively in a complex organizational environment demanding a high energy level, discretion, and flexibility
About Stanford University:

Stanford University is one of the world's premier academic and research institutions, devoting tremendous intellectual and physical resources toward the betterment of humanity. As a major Bay Area employer, Stanford seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world. In turn, the university is committed to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives.

We believe Stanford's future success will be shaped by the diverse perspectives, unique experiences, and inclusive culture of its community. Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy.

Our culture and unique perks empower you with: freedom to grow, a caring culture, a healthier you, discovery and fun, and enviable resources.

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