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University of Miami · 4 months ago

Senior Associate Vice President & Chief Development Officer

AUSTIN, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

12+ years exp

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Senior Associate Vice President and Chief Development Officer (SAVP/CDO) to lead a transformative philanthropic initiative for Dell Medical School and UT Medicine. This role involves designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to generate $500M in support of a multi-billion-dollar campaign aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery and education.

EducationHigher EducationTrainingUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Serve as the architect of a fully integrated advancement operation aligned with the institutional goals of UT Medicine and the immediate fundraising priorities of the capital medical center campaign

Craft a compelling and unifying case for support—one that connects the mission of UT Medicine with community needs and national impact, galvanizing philanthropic support from the Central Texas region and beyond

Deepen relationships with existing donors and launch strategic efforts to grow a robust pipeline of principal and transformational gift prospects

Assess and refine internal structures, systems, and workflows to ensure efficiency, transparency, and long-term sustainability, supported by data analytics, clear goals, and measurable outcomes

Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the Dean, guiding her philanthropic engagement and helping position UT Medicine as a top national priority among prospective donors and institutional stakeholders

Actively engage faculty, clinical, and administrative leaders as ambassadors for philanthropy—equipping them with tools, messaging, and confidence to inspire support for their departments, programs, and patients

Play a key leadership role on both the Dean’s and Vice President for Development’s senior teams, aligning fundraising strategy with broader institutional goals and ensuring UT Medicine is fully represented in university-wide development planning

Lead a high-performing, donor-centric fundraising operation that drives results across the full giving spectrum, with an emphasis on grateful patient philanthropy, principal and transformational gifts, and programmatic investments

Personally manage and steward a portfolio of transformational gift prospects, serving as a lead strategist and ambassador for UT Medicine

Design and deliver a best-in-class donor experience—blending personalized stewardship, cutting-edge digital engagement, and thoughtful recognition strategies that reflect the institution’s values and ambitions

Build strong internal collaboration between fundraising, communications, and marketing teams to tell powerful stories of impact and opportunity

Inspire and lead a growing team of fundraising professionals, cultivating a high-performance culture grounded in purpose, trust, innovation, and inclusion

Recruit and retain top-tier talent while building a clear organizational structure that supports professional development and operational excellence

Establish and track key performance indicators, creating an environment that celebrates achievement while supporting creativity and thoughtful risk-taking

Promote a work culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and shared purpose—where every team member understands their role in advancing one of the most important academic medical initiatives in the country

Qualification

Fundraising expertiseHealthcare fundraisingStrategic leadershipDevelopment strategyData analyticsDonor strategyCampaign planningCommunication skillsTeam leadershipRelationship buildingProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred

Expertise in donor strategy, campaign planning, pipeline development, and stewardship—grounded in metrics, accountability, and philanthropic best practices

Minimum of 12 years of progressive development leadership experience, with demonstrated success in healthcare or academic medicine strongly preferred

Experience serving on a senior leadership team and contributing at the strategic level in a complex, matrixed organization

Proven ability to lead transformational fundraising efforts, including capital campaigns and programmatic initiatives, with direct experience securing eight-figure gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations