Executive Director Of Advancement, Sam Fox School Of Design & Visual Arts - University Advancement

Washington University

St. Louis, MO, US
Base pyy is commensurate with experience; bonus/eq...
Major gifts fundraising
Develop sophisticated strategies
Lead advancement team
The Executive Director will serve as the chief strategist for Sam Fox School advancement and oversee a team of advancement professionals who serve as subject matter experts with the objective of driving solicitation, cultivation, engagement, and stewardship strategies for Sam Fox School fundraising priorities

Job Summary

  • The Executive Director will serve as the chief strategist for Sam Fox School advancement and oversee a team of advancement professionals who serve as subject matter experts with the objective of driving solicitation, cultivation, engagement, and stewardship strategies for Sam Fox School fundraising priorities.
  • The Executive Director will set the fundraising strategy for the school, working directly with the Dean of the Sam Fox School and other academic leaders within the school, as well as University Advancement leadership, to identify and develop strategic funding opportunities and goals.
  • WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Matching Summary

The Executive Director will serve as the chief strategist for Sam Fox School advancement and oversee a team of advancement professionals who serve as subject matter experts with the objective of driving solicitation, cultivation, engagement, and stewardship strategies for Sam Fox School fundraising priorities.

Salary

Base pay is commensurate with experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive health insurance, retirement plan, tuition benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gifts fundraising
  • Develop sophisticated strategies
  • Lead advancement team
  • Strategic fundraising planning
  • Donor cultivation and solicitation

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative with diverse constituencies
  • Subject matter expert for university advancement
  • Drive accountability for goals

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 8 Years relevant experience
  • 5 Years fundraising with successful solicitations
  • 5 Years progressive fundraising and management experience
  • 10 Years leadership experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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