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University of Washington · 3 weeks ago

Assistant Dean for Development & External Relations (Chief Advancement Officer)

Seattle Campus

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$160K/yr - $177K/yr

7+ years exp

The University of Washington is a renowned institution dedicated to learning and community building. They are seeking an Assistant Dean for Development & External Relations to provide strategic leadership in fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and external relations, while collaborating closely with the Dean and senior leadership.

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Responsibilities

Provide strategic oversight of the School’s comprehensive advancement program, including annual, major and planned giving; corporate and foundation relations; stewardship and donor recognition; alumni relations and programming; and School-wide marketing, communications and external relations

Collaborate with central University Advancement and campus partners to secure private support and advance the School’s priorities

In partnership with the Dean and Evans Policy Innovation Collaborative (EPIC) leadership, cultivate and strengthen relationships with philanthropic, nonprofit, public and business partners to promote the School’s role as a hub for public impact research and solutions

Serve as a strategic thought partner to the School’s leadership team, ensuring advancement efforts are aligned with both the UW and Evans School’s mission and priorities

Collaborate with cross-campus development peers to share best practices and advance coordinated, effective fundraising strategies

Lead and support the development team’s qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of gifts

Manage a portfolio of leadership-level prospects and donors in alignment with established fundraising metrics

Develop and execute strategies to grow and diversify the School’s donor base, with particular emphasis on major gifts and annual private-giving goals

Build and steward relationships with key donors, prospects, volunteers and business and community leaders to advance shared priorities and philanthropic investment

Grow and strengthen fundraising programs, including the annual fund, planned giving and signature events, to sustain and expand donor engagement

Lead School-wide efforts to cultivate and manage strategic institutional partnerships that advance philanthropy and engagement, including research, education and community collaboration

Partner with the Dean and senior leadership to set annual advancement goals, priorities and strategies

Assess advancement programs through data analysis and reporting

In collaboration with the Assistant Vice President for Schools and Colleges and central University Advancement colleagues, lead campaign planning efforts, including infrastructure development, volunteer engagement, prospect prioritization, internal coordination and case development aligned with School and University priorities

Develop and manage a strategic donor pipeline, advancing community-centered fundraising and cultivating relationships with alumni, policymakers and philanthropic partners

Partner with the Director of Marketing & Communications to set and execute annual communications and engagement strategies aligned with School and University priorities

Collaborate with EPIC leadership and federal, state and local officials to develop signature programs that engage communities in addressing complex public challenges

Monitor legislative and public policy priorities in coordination with UW State Relations to inform School strategy and engagement activities

Strengthen relationships with alumni and volunteers, ensuring alignment with the University of Washington Alumni Association, and provide strategic oversight of the School’s Ambassadors program

Oversee high-impact events and public programs that advance the School’s mission and public visibility, providing guidance on messaging, speakers and cross-partner leverage

Lead and manage the Dean’s Council, partnering with the Chair and internal staff to ensure effective governance, communication and engagement

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

FundraisingStakeholder EngagementStrategic LeadershipAlumni RelationsCommunicationsData AnalysisPublic PolicyProgram DevelopmentTeam ManagementStorytelling

Required

Master's in Public Administration and/or Public Policy AND at least seven years of professional advancement experience in institutional development or advancement, with an emphasis on cultivating and soliciting major gifts

Demonstrated success as an inclusive, strategic leader with the ability to set and communicate a clear long-term vision that inspires staff, volunteers and partners and drives organizational impact

Deep understanding of advancement principles, including fundraising, alumni relations and donor engagement

Proven ability to deliver results in a complex environment by setting priorities, exercising sound judgment and managing multiple initiatives with accountability and initiative

Strong storytelling and communication skills, with a creative approach to design and conveying institutional impact

Experience leading and coaching direct reports

Experience designing, implementing and overseeing programs that advance organizational goals