Managing Executive Director of Development, Neuro and Vision Sciences Programs (FUNDRAISING MGR 2)

Under the direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC), the Managing Executive Director of Development (MEDOD), Neuro and Vision Sciences Programs is responsible for the development of the overall strategic design and implementation of a robust and comprehensive fundraising program to include the following clinical, education and research areas within the School of Medicine: Neurology, Neurological Surgery, Vision Sciences, Psychiatry and the MIND Institute. The MEDOD is also responsible for managing a fundraising team and directs the identification, solicitation and stewardship of prospects/donors; mentoring and developing colleagues in the successful achievement of fundraising metrics; and the development of fundraising materials, marketing plans, and development events/programs.

The MEDOD also carries a portfolio of major and principal gift donors and prospects. This is a metric-driven position functioning as a UC Davis major gifts officer, operating in full compliance with development polices and collaborating with other development professionals throughout the university. Responsible for identifying new donor prospects through researching background information on potential donors and developing materials, fundraising plans, and organizing campus-wide site visits and related programs/events. Cultivate, steward, and solicit donor prospects as well as orchestrates solicitations with senior campus officials.

The MEDOD will manage a fundraising staff comprised of four fundraising professionals and two related administrative support staff:

Senior Director of Development 3.0 FTE

Assistant Director of Development 1.0 FTE

Analyst 1.0 FTE

Administrative Assistant: 1.0 FTE

Apply By Date

December 1, 2024 at 11:59pm; Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time. Position to remain open until filled, initial application review date is August 13, 2024.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in comprehensive development and fundraising programs involving a major gifts prospect portfolio management as a front-line fundraiser, including knowledge of proven cultivation/solicitation techniques for gifts at all dollar levels with identified success in major gift fundraising. Successful experience soliciting $1 million+ gifts. Experience in the fields of health sciences, and academic health system, and/or higher education preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor and public relations including advanced knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulation, policies, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of leadership/management skills concepts, procedures, techniques and best practices. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage colleagues.
• Excellent leadership/management skills 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.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including excellent political acumen skills, to build and maintain effective working relationships within all organizational levels and with outside constituencies.
• Excellent skills in meeting predetermined goals and objectives, including securing gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
• Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, problem solving, persuasion/negotiation, conflict resolution, and marketing skills.
• Experience with staffing and mentoring organizational leadership and/or advisory boards and interest groups.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and manage budgets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of UC Davis Health, its achievements, vision, mission, goals, objectives, applicable policies, infrastructure and current issues of concern, and knowledge of issues of concern for higher education in general.
• Experience supervising frontline fundraising professionals in a higher education, health system, college or university, setting.
• 7+ years of fundraising experience with a focus on major gifts preferred. Capital campaign experience and experience working with grateful patients preferred.
• Experience with effectively structuring and working with advisory boards and interest groups desired.
• Exhibit knowledge of organizational effectiveness, health and safety, and commitment to diversity.

Department Description

In 2017, UC Davis embarked on a $2 billion capital campaign which is on track to be completed in 2024. UC Davis Health is a critical pillar in this campaign, responsible for raising a quarter of this goal.

Development and philanthropy continue to grow at UC Davis at a remarkable pace. Fiscal year close 2022 marked the most successful achievement in UC Davis' history with more than $300 million in total dollars raised.

Part of UC Davis Health, the School of Medicine is nationally ranked in the top 10 for diversity (3rd), family medicine (7th), and primary care (8th). The first graduating class celebrated their 50th anniversary this past spring. In addition to being ranked as one of the country's best medical schools, UC Davis Health has a 619-bed acute-care teaching hospital, a 1,200+ member physician's practice group, and the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing. It is also home to an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, an international neurodevelopmental institute, a stem cell institute, and a comprehensive Children's Hospital. In addition, UC Davis Health is home to other nationally prominent centers focused on advancing telemedicine, improving vascular care, eliminating health disparities, and translating research findings into new treatments for patients.

Position Information

This job is part of the UC Davis Development and Alumni Relations (DEVAR) Employee Referral Program. If a UC Davis DEVAR employee is referring you, please ensure you select the Referral Source of "UC Employee". Then enter the employee's Name and Davis email address in the Specific Referral Source field. Please enter only one name and email.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Maternity, Paternity, Family & Medical Leave
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Sick Leave with unlimited accrual
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, disability, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistant for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands and Work Environment

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Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere