POSITION SUMMARY

Washington University seeks an advancement professional for the position of Director of Advancement Programs for Parent and Student Initiatives. University Advancement strives to advance the mission of the school by creating a culture of philanthropy among alumni, families, students, faculty, and friends.
In this position, the Director of Advancement Programs will help foster deep connections for parents with Washington University through meaningful volunteer leadership and programming. The Director of Advancement Programs will report to the Executive Director of Advancement for Parent and Student Initiatives.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Relevant Experience (6 Years)

SKILLS:

Not Applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Value placed on organizational loyalty, commitment, pride, integrity, mutual respect, and collegial openness.
• Development experience in a complex university environment.
• Operates with a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Demonstrated passion for initiating meetings and developing relationships with prospects.
• A deep appreciation for and the ability to articulate the mission and aspirations of the Washington University.
• Desire to play a meaningful role in the University community and to share in its commitment to research and education.
• Capacity to listen carefully, learn quickly, and work effectively.
• Comfort working in an environment that emphasizes measurable fundraising goals.
• Ability to work with collaboratively with diverse constituencies within a complex organization.
• A strong work ethic with the capacity to work independently supported by commitment and follow through.
• Excellent understanding of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices.
• Knowledge of fundraising software, CRM systems, and digital fundraising platforms.
• Proven track record of successful solicitations or related experience.
• Project leadership skills, with value placed on organizational loyalty, commitment, pride, integrity, mutual respect, and collegial openness.

EDUCATION:

Master’s degree

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Fundraising With A Track Record Of Successful Solicitations Or Related (4 Years)

SKILLS:

Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Confidentiality, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Data Analysis, Decision Making, Development Experience, Fundraising, Fundraising Software, High-Integrity, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Leadership Management, Motivating Teams, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Project Leadership, Relationship Building, Relationship Management, Salesforce (Software), Strategic Thinking, Team Mentorship, Work Collaboratively, Working Independently, Written Communication

• Unit goal and oversight of prospect pool:
• Develop parent philanthropy goals annually.
• Actively engage with gift officers on parent philanthropy and provide guidance on parent engagement and outreach.
• Track progress and drive accountability for parent pool visits.
• Help facilitate strategic engagement.
• Conceptualize, strategize, and oversee programs and events for Parents Council. Coordinate planning, scheduling, communicating, and executing programs as assigned. Serve as a partner to Special Events, other staff with Parents Council responsibilities, and other related departments.
• Strategize and support gift officers, either through direct one-on-one interactions or in group discussions, around best practices in preparing for prospect visits with a focus on driving philanthropic support.
• Support giving day programs directed towards parents and provide guidance to University Advancement colleagues.
• Manage member engagement and oversee development of biographies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.