Senior Associate Director, Principal Gifts - University Advancement

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, MO, US
Base: $65,900 - $78,000 (targeted); range: $65,900...
**
Bachelor's degree required
3 years relevant fundraising experience
Strong writing skills for proposals
** The Senior Associate Director, Principal Gifts at Washington University in St. Louis is responsible for managing a portfolio of high-capacity donor prospects, with a focus on securing significant gifts to support WashU Medicine. The role requires strong relationship-building skills, strategic thinking, and effective project management to engage potential donors and advance the university's fundraising priorities. **

Job Summary

  • The Senior Associate Director partners with leadership to manage a portfolio of prospects capable of making gifts of $5M or more for WashU Medicine.
  • This role requires the ability to guide complex projects and proactively facilitate strategies to engage high-level prospects through various cultivation efforts.
  • The position offers competitive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, health insurance packages, and tuition coverage for employees and their families.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The Senior Associate Director, Principal Gifts at Washington University in St. Louis is responsible for managing a portfolio of high-capacity donor prospects, with a focus on securing significant gifts to support WashU Medicine. The role requires strong relationship-building skills, strategic thinking, and effective project management to engage potential donors and advance the university's fundraising priorities. **

Salary

Base: $65,900 - $78,000 (targeted); Range: $65,900 - $112,700 annually; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, 4 weeks caregiver leave, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3 years relevant fundraising experience
  • Strong writing skills for proposals

Nice-to-have

  • Patience for academic decision-making processes
  • Knowledge of major research university mission
  • Experience with speculative fundraising concepts

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3 years relevant experience
  • No specific certification required

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter