Director of Development, Health SciencesWe are now accepting applications for a qualified Director of Development, Health Sciences at Belmont University.
Employment Type Staff
Internal Job CategoryExempt (Staff)
Full-Time
DepartmentEVP for Advancement
Hours 37.5
Primary Duties and
Responsibilities: The Director of Development is a member of the fundraising
team and is responsible for generating new and significant financial resources
for the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. Using best practices and
supported by a research and analytics-driven advancement services team, this
position will help expand the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and
stewardship of annual and major donors to fund college priorities and
designated projects for Belmont University.
Primary position responsibilities:
- Build,
develop and manage a portfolio of philanthropic relationships at the
annual and major gift level ranging from a minimum of $25k to $1M +.
Coordinate and implement activities designed to increase prospect, parent,
alumni and donor engagement and secure philanthropic gifts in support of
the university. In consultation with the seven program directors in the
College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, prepare an annual business plan
identifying annual funding initiatives. - In
conjunction with the AVP for Development of HS Colleges, be an advisor for
fund-raising matters related to college-level advancement i.e. prospect,
alumni and parent engagement, overall college fundraising, and advisory
board management. Provide general management on behalf of the seven
distinct programs within CPHS to bring all available advancement related
resources to deliver a comprehensive fundraising plan. - Use
metrics to advise actions and strategies, maximizing fundraising
effectiveness. Articulate the goals and priorities of the college and the
campus through excellent formal and informal communications. Write
thoughtful and impactful proposals, impact reports and donor
correspondence. Maintain timely, detail and accurate contact reports.
Write donor briefings for meetings. - Proactively
schedule and meet with program directors to stay current on alumni news
and develop strategies for successful donor engagement, cultivation and
giving.
The
above statements describe the job's essential responsibilities and
requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may
be assigned to job incumbents.Required Qualifications:
Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:
Form diverse leaders of character;Equip people to solve the world's complex problems through teaching, research and service;And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.
- Ability
to identify issues, obtain relevant information, relate and compare data
from different sources, and identify alternative solutions. - Interprets
and seeks information, uses independent reasoning to diagnose the root
cause of situations or issues, identifies and tests solutions and thinks
beyond what is typical or customary. Uses information to determine
benefits and impact in making decision and/or recommendations. - Ability
to coordinate and administer programs/project activities and protocols.
Ability to manage resources, monitor activities, and assess risks and
quality issues associated with the program/project. - Ability
to present information to individuals or groups; ability to deliver
presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Ability to convey information clearly and concisely to groups or
individuals either verbally or in writing to ensure that they understand
the information and the message. Ability to listen and respond
appropriately to others. Ability to impact and influence others to further
the institution's strategic objectives. - Ability
to use Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and basic databases and
software. - Experience
working in a fast-paced environment and the ability to respond to
high-pressure situations. Ability to thrive in an environment of hard
work. - Ability
to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse
community.
Required EducationBachelor's degree is required. Master's degree is preferred.
Required Experience4-6 years experience in major gift fundraising is required. Major gift fundraising in Higher Ed is preferred.
The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.
Belmont University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
