Assistant Director of Development

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

1d•$77,016 - $80,004

About The Position

For over 160 years, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Supporting this legacy and important public mission—with the goal of making the UW the world’s greatest public university, as measured by positive impact—guides everything we do in University Advancement. Bringing together development; alumni and stakeholder engagement; marketing and communications; and advancement operations, we advance the UW’s impact by developing meaningful connections that foster pride, advocacy and philanthropic support. The mission of the Development team is to facilitate private resources to enhance and protect the University’s reputation and support equitable community building and service. This starts with creating a culture of belonging within our organization that values the diverse experiences and expertise of our team members, allowing everyone to thrive and to contribute their unique talents as we strive to achieve our shared goals. The College of Arts & Sciences has an exciting opening for an Assistant Director for Development. This is a full-time permanent position. The Assistant Director for Development, Social Sciences is a key member of the College’s Development Team focused on donor discovery and solicitation. Specifically, this position will manage a portfolio of individuals who have an interest in philanthropically supporting priorities in Division of Social Sciences, which is comprised of 14 degree-granting programs that approach new and varied perspectives on societal issues. In collaboration with the Director of Development, Social Sciences, Assistant Director will help plan, manage and direct the division’s fundraising activities and efforts to secure gifts from individuals. This position will have the capacity to translate the College’s vision and strategic plan to diverse audiences, build strong relationships between prospective donors and the College, resulting in opportunities and successful invitations to invest in students, faculty, programs and research. What You Will Do:

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree and at least three years of experience in Advancement, Development or related field.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
Proven project management and planning skills with strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated flexibility, creativity and initiative to proactively manage a variety of tasks and priorities.
Ability to build trusting relationships with a wide range of people (donors, volunteers and faculty).
Demonstrated strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint for correspondence, special reports, spreadsheets, databases, forms, etc.

Nice To Haves

Previous development, fundraising or non-profit experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

Frontline Fundraising Identify and cultivate new prospective donors, developing relationships and moving them through the donor continuum from discovery to gift conversion.
Build and sustain long-term partnerships and trust while aligning donor passion and goals with those of the College.
Work with frontline fundraising colleagues in Arts & Sciences and across the University to conceptualize, develop and plan strategies for activities and special events for qualification and solicitation efforts.
Coordinate campaigns for strategic constituent groups.
Prepare, review and edit all materials needed to secure and steward gifts.
Develop, lead and/or participate in activities to cultivate and steward prospective donors in collaboration with other Advancement staff.
Ensure accurate and complete record-keeping and associated donor acknowledgements.
Represent the University at events or professional functions, as appropriate.
Strategy and Program Development Contribute to the development of strategies that promote philanthropic priorities.
Participate in devising an annual plan, including goals, objectives and strategies.
Provide strategic leadership in designing and implementing advancement programs needed to sustain and increase university support.
Support marketing and communications efforts by developing marketing collateral.
Edit and proofread information, as needed.
Other Duties as Assigned Attend meetings and participate in College of Arts & Sciences events and activities as appropriate.
Participate in professional development activities.
Other related duties as assigned.