Talent.com
Assistant Director of Development, School of Management
Assistant Director of Development, School of ManagementUniversity of San Francisco • Sonoma, CA, United States
Assistant Director of Development, School of Management

Assistant Director of Development, School of Management

University of San Francisco • Sonoma, CA, United States
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Highlights

  • Exempt, Hybrid role
  • Benefits package : A robust Employee Assistance Program, access to the Koret Health and Recreation Center, generous 401(a) plan, Tuition Remission, Monthly Commuter Stipend, and more! Visit us at to learn more!
  • USF is deeply committed to the health and well-being of our team! Visit us at to learn more.
  • USF also offers a positive work life balance and learning & development opportunities. Visit us at to learn more.

About USF :

The University of San Francisco (USF) is recognized internationally as a leading Jesuit Catholic, urban university with a tremendously diverse student and faculty population and a global perspective. We are looking for an organized and enthusiastic events manager and natural project leader energized by fundraising as a vehicle to change the world!

Job Summary : POSITION SUMMARY :

The University of San Francisco (USF) is recognized internationally as a leading Jesuit,

urban university with an exceedingly diverse student and faculty population and a global

perspective. The Office of Development is investing in the growth of our team! Every

member plays a role in providing our donors with the service and attention that ensures

an exceptionally positive and fulfilling philanthropic experience. The Assistant Director

of Development, School of Management, is an integral part of the Major Gifts team and

will play a critical role in our expansion.

We are currently in a quiet phase of our $500 million capital campaign; and this role will

help to build stronger ties with our alumni and surrounding communities. The next five

years will be crucial as we launch several significant initiatives, including building upon

alumni relationships, helping to launch the School of Management’s campaign of $50

million and celebrating next year’s Centennial anniversary of the business school.

The School of Management has eight graduate programs and nine undergraduate

programs and over 50,000 alumni worldwide. The Assistant Director will help to actively

build and support the School of Management fundraising pipeline, assist with supporting

Advisory Boards, volunteer committees, and collaborate with the Dean of the School of

Management, the alumni engagement and special events teams, and help to plan

events and activations to engage with major donors, alumni and the business

community.

Reporting to the Director of Development, School of Management, the Assistant

Director fundraises for all programs and campaign priorities in the College, actively

building and managing relationships and securing funding from donors capable of

making gifts of $25,000+ with a goal of over $100,000 in year one and increasing in

subsequent years.

Full Job Description :

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising 50%

  • Managing an initial personal portfolio of 75-125 prospects, developing ongoing personal relationships with those prospects from research and identification through cultivation, solicitation, closure, and stewardship. Makes at least 8-10 significant prospect / donor visits per month. Qualifies 24-36 major gift prospects per year. Cultivates and solicits current use and endowment gifts directly, including proposal development. Conducts a minimum of 6 solicitations with a goal of raising $250,000+ in year one.
  • Volunteer Engagement 20%

  • Staffing the advisory boards and volunteer committees for the School of Management. Responsibilities include identifying and helping to recruit committee members and playing an integral role in supporting and deepening relationships with these volunteers and their various volunteer committees to support the mission of the business school.
  • Strategic Planning 15%

  • In partnership with the Director of Development, establish a five-year strategy to substantially grow contributions at all levels and through all channels to the School, increasing the number and amount of major gifts the School receives annually. A critical component of this strategy will also be to secure major gifts from the alumni, the business community, non-alumni and parents. This position will help to implement and manage the Young Alumni membership program within the School of Management.
  • Collaboration 15%

  • Collaborate with the Corporate and Foundation Relations, Gift Planning, and Annual Fund teams on relevant and timely fundraising efforts.
  • Remaining current on programs and faculty / research / student initiatives in the School of Management and at the University as a whole.
  • QUALIFICATIONS :

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant area and / or equivalent experience or training, with a preference for candidates who have advanced degrees.
  • Minimum 3 - 5 years of fundraising or related experience that is progressive and successful development experience in major gifts.
  • Proven ability to achieve fundraising goals and a high level of comfort and effectiveness working with faculty, high net worth individuals, business executives and community leaders.
  • A sense of urgency in gift discussions and responding to philanthropic opportunities, being adaptable and achievement oriented.
  • Excellent written, verbal and listening skills with the ability to collaborate with and achieve results within diverse populations. A clear and confident communicator that displays spirit, enthusiasm and integrity.
  • Thorough working knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills, including skills in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification / avoidance / resolution, and project management skills.
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence, and the ability to collaborate, build trust, and achieve objectives within a team.
  • Familiar with and / or ability to learn about USF, including its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements, and infrastructure.
  • Create a job alert for this search

    Director Of Development • Sonoma, CA, United States

    Related jobs
    Director of Individual Giving

    Director of Individual Giving

    Association of Academic Museums & Galleries. • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Home | Director of Individual Giving – Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA).Director of Individual Giving – Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA).Director of Indivi...Show more
    Last updated: 13 days ago • Promoted
    Development Director

    Development Director

    Middle East Children's Alliance, Inc. • Berkeley, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    MECA Development Director Location : .Berkeley, CA Salary Range : $90,000 – $100,000 annually Reports to : Executive Director Status : Full-time, Exempt About MECA The Middle East Children&...Show more
    Last updated: 18 days ago
    Earn $50,000–$100,000 as a Surrogate – Must Have Healthy Prior Delivery

    Earn $50,000–$100,000 as a Surrogate – Must Have Healthy Prior Delivery

    Ivy Surrogacy • Saint Helena, CA, US
    Full-time +1
    Becoming a surrogate mother is one of the greatest gifts of life!.Ivy Surrogacy is a third-party reproductive agency for parents all over the world seeking. At Ivy Surrogacy, we genuinely believe we...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Activity Programs Director

    Activity Programs Director

    Belmont Village Albany • Albany, CA
    Full-time
    At Belmont Village Senior Living you’ll find a unique balance of innovative, research-based programming with best-in-class care and resident-centered living. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Li...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Director, Donor & Alumni Engagement (Hybrid)

    Director, Donor & Alumni Engagement (Hybrid)

    Inside Higher Ed • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    A higher education institution in Berkeley is seeking a Director of College Relations to enhance alumni and donor engagement strategies. This position requires extensive experience in alumni relatio...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Program Director

    Assistant Program Director

    Alternative Family Services • Vallejo, California, USA
    Full-time
    Assistant Program Director - Vallejo CA.Looking for a meaningful career supporting vulnerable youth in your community Join our team as the Assistant Program Director for our Enhances Intensive Serv...Show more
    Last updated: 10 days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Director of Finance

    Assistant Director of Finance

    Auberge Resorts • Napa, California, USA
    Full-time
    Transform numbers and ensure our financial story is not just blanched but enchanting! With a sharp analytical mindset and a commitment to financial integrity this role will work collaboratively to ...Show more
    Last updated: 19 days ago • Promoted
    Activity Director

    Activity Director

    Oakmont Senior Living • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Shifts : Tuesday through Saturday.Managed by Oakmont Management Group, we provide exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle w...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Director of Business Development

    Director of Business Development

    Terranova • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Backed by leading climate and American dynamism investors, Terranova builds intelligent robotic systems to terraform the Earth itself - lifting land, restoring wetlands, and protecting critical inf...Show more
    Last updated: 12 days ago • Promoted
    Director of Behavioral Health

    Director of Behavioral Health

    Gotham Enterprises Ltd • Berkeley, CA, US
    Full-time
    Quick Apply
    Monday to Friday, 9 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM.We’re seeking a results-driven leader to serve as.You’ll oversee behavioral health operations, provide staff mentorship, and lead initiatives that enhance access...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago
    Dean of the Goldman School of Public Policy

    Dean of the Goldman School of Public Policy

    Ncobps • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    The University of California, Berkeley seeks a visionary and courageous leader and accomplished scholar with a commitment to social and racial justice to serve as the next Dean of the Goldman Schoo...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Development Director

    Development Director

    EPIP • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    The Development Director will build and manage fund development strategies currently focused on raising $6 – $8 million annually in philanthropic and public funding to support CSCCE’s research, pol...Show more
    Last updated: 13 days ago • Promoted
    Senior Director of Design & Advanced Development

    Senior Director of Design & Advanced Development

    SharkNinja • Tiburon, California, US
    Full-time
    About Us SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the wor...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Audit Director - Assurance & Advisory - State and Local Government

    Audit Director - Assurance & Advisory - State and Local Government

    International Staffing Consultants • Albany, CA, US
    Full-time
    Audit Director - Assurance & Advisory - State and Local Government.The Director is the liaison between the Partner, the client, and the professional staff. Directors are responsible for managing mul...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Inequality Media : Managing Director

    Inequality Media : Managing Director

    Sunrise Movement • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Location : Hybrid in Berkeley, CA – in office at least two days per week (strongly preferred).Willing to consider strong US remote candidates. Reports to : Executive Director.Co‑founded by former Secr...Show more
    Last updated: 7 days ago • Promoted
    Assistant Director, Finance & Business Support

    Assistant Director, Finance & Business Support

    AccorHotel • Sonoma, California, USA
    Full-time
    The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is the ultimate elegant oasis blessed by natural mineral hot springs in the Sonoma Valley. An idyllic world famous wine growing region abundant with local p...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Director, Nonclinical Development

    Director, Nonclinical Development

    Amber Bio • Sonoma, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations. Founded by pioneers in the CRISPR field fr...Show more
    Last updated: 11 days ago • Promoted
    Director of Innovative Programs (4801) Job #81039 - The Fung Institute

    Director of Innovative Programs (4801) Job #81039 - The Fung Institute

    University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Director of Innovative Programs (4801) at The Fung Institute, University of California, Berkeley.The Director will plan, direct, administer, and ensure excellence in all programmatic and administra...Show more
    Last updated: 13 days ago • Promoted