Associate Director of Development, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing (FUNDRAISER 4) "Sacramento Campus"

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The department of Health Sciences Development & Alumni Relations (HSDA) fosters a culture of philanthropy through donor-centered fundraising and leadership, and faculty engagement to secure financial resources that advance UC Davis Health's mission of improving lives and transforming health.

The division of Development and Alumni Relations (DEVAR) and the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing embrace and value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We are committed to employing and retaining a diverse workforce and have programs and policies in place to ensure all employees can succeed regardless of race, age, color, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship status, ability or disability, veteran status, and socioeconomic background. In acknowledgment of historical and current injustices faced by marginalized members of our global UC Davis community, we are firmly committed to supporting our Principles of Community and applying the tenets of diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our everyday work and organizational culture.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Senior Director of Development (SDOD) for the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing, the Associate Director of Development designs, develops, implements, and administers fundraising programs. Identifies new donor prospects through research of background information on potential donors and directs the development of materials and marketing plan. Directs the organizing of related fundraising programs / events; cultivates, solicits, and stewards major gift donor prospects.

The Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing opened its doors in 2009 through a historic $100 million philanthropic commitment from the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, the nation's largest grant ever received for nursing education. As part of UC Davis Health - an integrated academic health system also encompassing the UC Davis School of Medicine, a 625-bed acute-care hospital, and the clinical services of UC Davis Medical Center and UC Davis Medical Group - the School of Nursing is a key element in a robust ecosystem for health care education, research, delivery and innovation. To achieve its mission to prepare change makers in health care, advance health solutions to optimize care for all, foster healthy, equitable communities, and support older adults and the families who care for them, the School of Nursing has a $65 million campaign goal. The ADOD is a critical player in achieving that goal. As a frontline fundraiser, the ADOD's primary function is to build the pipeline of major gift donors and deliver proposals to support the comprehensive campaign.

POSITION INFORMATION

Position to remain open until filled. Initial application review is 9/27/2024.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

* Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
* Minimum of 2 years of professional or volunteer fundraising experience; or equivalent transferrable professional experience including strategic relationship development and portfolio management, preferably in higher education.* Demonstrated knowledge of proven identification, qualification, cultivation, and solicitation strategies.
* Skills to meet and drive to exceed fundraising goals and objectives.
* Demonstrated experience in developing strategic relationships with individual donors and prospective donors, foundations, and other philanthropic organizations and researching, building, and managing a portfolio of donors and prospects with a goal of raising philanthropic support.
* Excellent communication skills, exceptional interpersonal skills and possess a positive and collaborative work style.
* Demonstrated critical thinking and strategic planning abilities.
* Ability to interface effectively with prospects, donors, faculty, and volunteer leaders.
* Strong organizational and time management skills and meticulous attention to detail, the ability to set, negotiate, and meet priorities and produce high- quality work under multiple deadlines and priorities.
* Highly organized

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Preferred:

* Careful attention to details and a commitment to quality and timeliness in all aspects of work.
* Thorough knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc. Strong professional ethics, discretion, and judgement.
* Thorough analytical and critical thinking skills, including skill in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification/avoidance/resolution.
* Knowledge of office software.
* Thorough working knowledge of the campus, including its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements, and infrastructure.
* Awareness, knowledge and skill in applying diversity, equity and inclusion to one's work. A profound belief in the value of a diverse and safe workforce and a commitment to achieve this goal through collaboration and team building, working cooperatively with a diverse group of department and campus constituencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasional evening and weekend work. Travel will be required. Must provide own means of transportation to meetings and offsite events.

SMOKE AND TOBACCO-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT

Improving health and maintaining a healing environment is our top priority and as such, the Health System is committed to a smoke and tobacco-free environment. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited in all outdoor areas surrounding health system facilities and buildings on UC Davis' Sacramento campus. For most other health system locations, smoking is prohibited indoors and in any outdoor area on UC Davis Health System property, owned or leased. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) is also strictly prohibited inside any vehicle owned, leased or occupied by UC Davis Health System or its employees (regardless of where the vehicle is situated), and in any vehicle parked at a location where smoking is completely prohibited. (UCDHS No Smoking and Tobacco-Free Policy ID: 1628)

All supervisors and managers are responsible for observing these standards and ensuring their staff complies at all times.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONFIDENTIALITY

Each UCDHS employee is responsible for adhering to the following requirements pertaining to confidentiality. California law and University policy prohibit the unauthorized disclosure of any information regarding a patient's medical history, mental or physical condition, or treatment, without the express authorization of the patient or the patient's legal representative. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of University policy. A breach of confidentiality may result in corrective action up to and including termination from employment. Improper or unauthorized disclosure of confidential information includes, but is not limited to, patient medical information, financial information, and personnel data.

PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNITY

UC Davis is a diverse community comprised of individuals having many perspectives and identities. We come from a multitude of backgrounds and experiences, with distinct needs and goals. We recognize that to create an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community, we must understand and value both our individual differences and our common ground. The UC Davis Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that embodies this commitment, and reflects the ideals we seek to uphold.

https://diversity.ucdavis.edu/principles-community

EEO/AA Statement

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.