Assistant Vice President, Principal Gifts

n n nAssistant Vice President, Principal Giftsn nn 130 E.

Randolph nn nn nn Department n nnBSD DEV
– Developmentnn n About the Department n nnMedicine and Biological Sciences Development’s mission is to inspire and facilitate philanthropy at the University of Chicago Medicine by building relationships with those who share its goals of advancing excellence in research, education, community, and patient care.

We accomplish this mission through expertise, integrity, creativity, and collaboration.nn n Job Summary n nn nn Responsibilities nn nnReporting to the Vice President and Associate Dean, the Assistant Vice President, Principal Gifts (Assistant Vice President) will carry a portfolio of up to 40 or more.

Principal Gift Prospects with a focus on prospects with a capacity of $5M+.

They will carry an individual fundraising goal in the range of $7 to $15M.nn nnHas explicit oversight and responsibility for select basic science initiatives; examples include neuroscience, microbiome and others as assigned.

Staffs Centers across the University enterprise, working with their leadership to advance fundraising priorities.

Ultimately, the Assistant Vice President will be responsible for having a broad overview of the sciences across the Biological Sciences Division and the ability to see opportunities for synergy and collaboration in order to generate big ideas for future principal and mega gift fundraising. nn nnWorks closely with the Assistant Vice President and Chief of Staff, the Principal Gifts Core Team, and senior leadership to set annual and campaign fundraising goals and create strategies to meet those goals.nn nnUtilizes resources of the development research team to accurately identify and qualify prospective donors.

Creates personalized cultivation and solicitation strategies for each prospect, including gift opportunities based on University priorities.nn nnCoordinates and participates in visits with prospective donors for the purposes of qualification, cultivation and solicitation, and participate in the vast majority of these visits.nn nnMeets regularly with faculty and senior colleagues to identify prospects and their most likely philanthropic interests.nn nnCultivates high-capacity individuals for annual and campaign priorities.nn nnBuilds cases and ensures the written materials (acknowledgements, briefings, proposals, etc.) prepared by the Principal Gifts Core Team are consistent in their tone, message, content.nn nnWorks closely with Senior Leadership, Officers and Deans to design strategic objectives and action steps that will lead to the successful realization of these projects.

nn nnIdentifies, analyzes, and qualifies donor interest to maximize giving.

Assists with overall planning efforts for the University’s most important prospects.

Works independently to develop communication strategies for projects, including publications and public presentations.nn nnPerforms other related work as needed.nn nn n Minimum Qualifications n nn nn Education: nnMinimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.nn —nWork Experience: nnMinimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.nn —nCertifications: nn nn —
– nn nn Preferred Qualifications nn nn Experience: nn nnA minimum of seven years of progressively responsible development experience or progressively responsible experience in a closely related field such as not-for-profit management, personal wealth management, pharmaceutical sales and/or marketing, corporate business development, marketing an intangible product or service.nn nnDemonstrated track record of organizing successful fundraising or marketing activities.nn nnAn advanced graduate or professional degree in business, marketing, management, or higher education administration.nn nnExperience at a large, complex institution, preferably an academic medical center or institution of higher education.nn nnExperience and proven success in managing a fundraising portfolio with major and principle gift level solicitations and gift closures. nn nnExperience and proven success in donor base pipeline development.nn nnAn interest and knowledge base in health care economics, scientific and medical research, health care policy, or pharmaceuticals.nn nnSupervisory experience.nn nn Preferred Competencies nn nnDemonstrated ability to manage the individual solicitation process from identification, through qualification, cultivation and solicitation.nn nnDemonstrated effective decision-making; while working autonomously and exercising good judgement.nn nnDemonstrated ability to utilize office resources efficiently and effectively.nn nnThe ability to absorb medical and basic science information quickly and convey that information convincingly to donor prospects.nn nnExecutive presence and confidence to represent MBSD in various forums.nn nnSuperior oral and written communications skills.nn nnComfort and experience in working both as a team player and independently.nn nnExcellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks so that goals are met in a timely, efficient manner.nn nnExcellent interpersonal skills and the demonstrated ability to relate well to individuals at every level of an organization both internally and externally.nn nnTactful exercise of judgment and discretion with sensitive and highly confidential information.nn nnAn exceptional work ethic and track record of personal initiative.nn nn Application Documents nn nnResume/CV (required)nn nnCover letter (required)nn nn nWhen applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Resume/CV of the application.nn nn n Job Family n nnAlumni Relations & Developmentnn n Role Impact n nnIndividual Contributornn n FLSA Status n nnExemptnn n Pay Frequency n nnMonthlynn n Scheduled Weekly Hours n nn37.5nn n Benefits Eligible n nnYesnn n Drug Test Required n nnNonn n Health Screen Required n nnNonn n Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required n nnNonn n Posting Statement n nn nn The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity /Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

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nn nn We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

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nn nn nn Full time nn nn JR09780 nn n About Us n nnThe University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890.

Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.nn nnWe empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas.

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