Senior Associate Director, Principal Gifts - University Advancement

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, MO, US
Base: $65,900 - $78,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Not specified
Bachelor's degree required
3 years relevant experience
Strong writing skills required
Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Associate Director for Principal Gifts within their University Advancement team. This role involves managing high-value donor relationships and requires strong strategic and interpersonal skills to secure significant contributions for WashU Medicine

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 strong writing skills to draft complex proposals and coordinate briefing materials for university leaders during donor engagements.
  • Employees receive comprehensive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, competitive health insurance, and tuition coverage for the employee and family.

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Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Senior Associate Director for Principal Gifts within their University Advancement team. This role involves managing high-value donor relationships and requires strong strategic and interpersonal skills to secure significant contributions for WashU Medicine.

Salary

Base: $65,900 - $78,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, 4 weeks caregiver leave, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3 years relevant experience
  • Strong writing skills required
  • Principal gifts fundraising experience
  • High-level relationship building

Nice-to-have

  • Patience for academic decision-making
  • Knowledge of research university mission
  • Comfort with complex systems
  • Proactive strategy development
  • Diplomacy in sensitive situations

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 3 years relevant work experience
  • Major gifts fundraising background

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