Executive Director OF Nursing

Executive Director of Development, School of NursingLead philanthropy that advances the future of nursing education, research, and practice. The University of Virginia seeks an accomplished and strategic fundraising leader to serve as Executive Director of Development for the School of Nursing, leading a team with a two-fold mission of fundraising and alumni engagement as part of UVA Health Development. As the School's chief development officer, the Executive Director works closely with the Dean to define philanthropic priorities, manages a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, and partners with a highly engaged Advisory Board dedicated to the School's success. With a seat on the Dean's Council and a central role in shaping the School's goals and messaging for the next University campaign, this is a unique opportunity to align philanthropy with the School's vision while joining UVA and UVA Health's strong and reputable advancement community. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President and Chief Development Officer for Health Development, with a dotted-line relationship to the Dean of the School of Nursing, the Executive Director of Development will set and achieve ambitious annual and campaign fundraising goals, strengthen volunteer leadership, and build a high-performing alumni and development team.
What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a proven fundraiser and team leader who builds relationships of trust and respect with alumni, faculty, volunteers, donors, and staff, and who can translate a dean's vision into compelling philanthropic opportunities. Successful candidates will demonstrate:A personal track record of reaching and exceeding fundraising goalsExceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate and collaborate with volunteersStrong oral and written communication skills, including drafting persuasive and succinct major gift proposalsThe ability to be self-directed while organizing and motivating a development teamExcellent administrative skills and great attention to detailSound judgment and the ability to analyze and synthesize information from a range of sourcesA strong teamwork orientation and the ability to travel extensivelyA passion for advancing the mission of the School of Nursing and UVA HealthWhat You'll Do In this role, you will:Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward principal ($1M+) and major ($100K+) gift prospects, including individuals, foundations, and corporationsPartner with the Dean to define fundraising priorities and lead the development of the School's goals and messaging for the next University campaignManage the Dean's prospect portfolio and staff the Dean's development visits and travelWork with the Dean and Advisory Board Chair on board strategy and recruitment, and engage current and emeritus members in fundraisingCollaborate with UVA Health Development, Principal Gifts, Planned Giving, Corporate and Foundation Relations, and partners across Grounds to grow support for the SchoolServe on the Dean's Council and represent the School of Nursing across UVA Health and External RelationsLead, develop, and motivate the two-person School of Nursing Alumni & Development teamMinimum QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degreeExperience: 8 years of fundraising experienceProven record of successful fundraising in a higher education or healthcare setting.
Driver's licensePersonal track record of success in reaching and exceeding fundraising goals.
Previous experience drafting persuasive and succinct major gift proposals.
Excellent administrative skills, including project management, organization, delegation and prioritization.
Ability to establish objectives, set performance standards, and organize and motivate a development team to achieve fundraising goals.
Preferred QualificationsMaster's degreeSuperior understanding of principles of philanthropy, higher education, relationship management, and staff management.
Ability to identify and promote efficiencies within an organization.
Proven record of partnering with faculty and volunteers to achieve development goals.
Previous experience in soliciting principal gifts.
Experience staffing university leadership at the dean's level and/or above.
Strong track record of mentoring direct reports and junior colleagues.
Physical Demands This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs. Salary Range The anticipated hiring range is $150,000
- $160,000, commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type & Work Location This is an exempt-level, benefited position. Learn more about UVA benefits. This is a restricted position, which is dependent on funding and is contingent upon funding availability. UVA External Relations offers a flexible workplace. All team members must have access to and maintain a secure home office environment with high-speed internet service and be able to work collaboratively with