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...
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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 will manage a portfolio of high-level donor prospects capable of making substantial contributions. This role emphasizes collaboration across departments and requires strong relationship-building skills to secure significant funding for university initiatives

Job Summary

  • The Senior Associate Director partners with the Assistant Vice Chancellor to manage a portfolio of Principal Partner prospects capable of making gifts of $5M or more.
  • This role requires strong writing skills to draft complex, highly individualized proposals that attract transformational gifts advancing Washington University's mission.
  • The position offers competitive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, comprehensive health insurance, and tuition coverage for employees and their families.

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The Senior Associate Director, Principal Gifts at Washington University in St. Louis will manage a portfolio of high-level donor prospects capable of making substantial contributions. This role emphasizes collaboration across departments and requires strong relationship-building skills to secure significant funding for university initiatives.

Salary

Base: $65,900 - $78,000 (targeted); Range: $65,900 - $112,700 annually; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, retirement plan starting at 7%, tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3 years relevant fundraising experience
  • Strong writing skills for proposals
  • Experience managing $5M+ gift prospects
  • Project management in complex environments

Nice-to-have

  • Patience for academic decision-making processes
  • Familiarity with major donor relationship building
  • Understanding of speculative fundraising concepts
  • Ability to represent university mission broadly
  • Creativity in developing tailored engagement strategies

Key Requirements

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

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