Director of Regional Advancement

5 days ago


Los Angeles, California, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Description:

The Executive Director, Regional Advancement, West Coast is a key leadership role within the University's Alumni Relations and Development department. This position is responsible for leading the development of a comprehensive university-wide strategy to maximize donor engagement and philanthropic growth on the West Coast.

This strategic leader will oversee a team of professional fundraisers and work closely with alumni relations and unit colleagues to develop cohesive and coordinated regional plans. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successfully working with volunteers, faculty, senior administrators, and other key internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and lead a coordinated campus-wide strategy and program of activities to deepen relationships and maximize UChicago's presence on the West Coast.
  • Manage a portfolio of key donors and constituents with the ability to make six, seven, and eight-figure gifts.
  • Work in coordination with ARD colleagues in all divisions to implement sophisticated, integrated, efficient, and impactful presence across all UChicago constituents.
  • Actively drive ongoing research and understanding of the region for the university and report regularly about activities and opportunities.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Minimum ten years of professional work experience in nonprofit management, development, alumni relations, marketing, public relations, sales, or similar professional work experience.
  • Minimum seven years of soliciting and closing major gifts.

Estimated Salary: $240,000 per year.



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