Managing Executive Director of Development, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Company: University of California - Davis
Location: Davis
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
At a moment when climate change, economic pressures, and social
inequities challenge global stability, the UC Davis College of
Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CA&ES) is leading on
behalf of California and the world in addressing the most critical
issues facing the planet and humanity in the 21st century. Ranked
#1 nationally and #2 in the world- for agricultural sciences and
forestry (QS World University Rankings) our impact lies at the
nexus of climate, food, human and animal health. Across three
divisions of interdisciplinary focus- Agricultural, Environmental
and Human and Social Sciences, our students, faculty, and staff are
working to support healthy, equitable, and vibrant communities;
ensure secure, safe, and high-quality food for the world's
population, while maintaining biological diversity in ecosystems
essential for global sustainability.The CA&ES Development Team
supports this work by generating philanthropy centered on mission
critical priorities across research, teaching, and public outreach.
Using advanced fundraising concepts, our team serves as a key
leader and providing development strategy and support that have
significant impact on overall program goals. Critical to our
success are robust major ($50,000 or more) and principal gifts
($2,500,000 or more) programs.
JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Assistant Dean of
Advancement, involves designing, developing, delivering, and
administering fundraising programs. Incumbent is accountable for
providing leadership to assigned fundraising campaigns and
programs, and for meeting fundraising revenue goals.Manages and
leads various development officers and development support staff on
the CA&ES Development and External Relations Team. Identifies
new donor prospects through researching background information on
potential donors and developing materials, marketing plans, and
organizing related programs/events; cultivates, stewards, and
solicits donor prospects. Ensures that all aspects of development
programs are consistent with University policies and the policies,
practices and standards of the College of Agricultural and
Environmental Sciences UC Davis University Development, and UC.
Assist in formulating and implementing the College's strategic
fundraising plan to serve the academic departments and centers.This
is a fundraising position which maintains a portfolio of donor
prospects that include influential, complex or highly rated donors
in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, and may
have the authority to make commitments and precedent-setting
decisions regarding program design, development, and procedures.
This position is metric-driven and expected to raise gift dollar
amounts as established by the College of Agricultural and
Environmental Sciences and annual business plan in alignment with
the assigned portfolio. Guided by a "donor centric" approach, the
incumbent will strategically find, cultivate, solicit and steward
gifts using various communication methods, including in person,
video, texting, phone, social media and virtual visits. This
position requires good judgment in selecting methods and techniques
for obtaining solutions, and works independently, collaboratively,
and collegially as part of a diverse, matrix organization.
POSITION INFORMATION
Position to remain open until filled. Initial application review
date is May 15, 2024. Salary Range$112,400 - $246,000/yr.
Departmental Salary Budget is $179,000 - $195,000/yr., commensurate
with experience. No. of Positions 1Appointment TypeCareerPercentage
of TimeFull time 100%Shift HoursMonday - Friday,
8am-5pmLocationDavisUnion RepresentationNoBenefits EligibleYesApply
by Date5/31/2024 by 11:59 pm This position is based in Davis, CA
and may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including a
hybrid schedule. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Demonstrated experience in all aspects of fundraising, donor
relations and public relations, including experience in developing
proposals of institutional goals/objectives and successfully
soliciting funds from individuals, foundations and
corporations.
General knowledge of the various types of charitable gifts,
including in-kind gifts, gifts of securities and gifts of real
property. Must have general knowledge of estate and planned giving
vehicles.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including political
acumen to establish and maintain good working relationships
throughout the organization within all organizational levels of the
university and specifically with executive and academic leaders,
faculty, parents, students, volunteers, alumni, donor and donor
advisers and other constituencies.
Excellent leadership/management skills, and knowledge of
leadership/management concepts, procedures, techniques and best
practices to select, train, mentor, evaluate and motivate
staff.
Experience recruiting, training, evaluating, motivating, and
coaching employees of various backgrounds and identities.
Documented experience building a culture of diversity, equity, and
inclusion amongst team members and colleagues in carrying out their
responsibilities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Leadership, management, and supervisory experience leading a team
of fundraising professionals.
Extensive knowledge of all aspects of a college/university campus,
including relevant issues for both the campus and higher education,
and knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, institutional
policies, etc.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSBackground CheckThis position is a critical
position and subject to a background check. Employment is
contingent upon successful completion of background investigation
including criminal history and identity check.
Principles of CommunityUC Davis is a diverse community comprised of
individuals having many perspectives and identities. We come from a
multitude of backgrounds and experiences, with distinct needs and
goals. We recognize that to create an inclusive and intellectually
vibrant community, we must understand and value both our individual
differences and our common ground. The UC Davis Principles of
Community is an aspirational statement that embodies this
commitment, and reflects the ideals we seek to
uphold.https://diversity.ucdavis.edu/principles-community
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