Director of Development, MIBH

Director of Development, MIBH -34028University Staff

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : Advancement

Job Title : Director of Development

Position # : 00741776 Requisition # : 34028

Job Summary :

The Director of Development is a strategic leader responsible for cultivating and strengthening philanthropic relationships to advance the organization's mission.

This position will focus on the Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH).This person will be a thought partner for the Executive Director of MIBH for all fundraising.

This person will work with board members, community leaders, and third-party organizations to create experiences that will cultivate major and principal gifts.

About Marcus Institute for Brain Health

The Marcus Institute for Brain Health (MIBH) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a clinical care and research institute for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and psychological health (PH) conditions such as post-traumatic stress (PTS), anxiety and depression.

The mission of MIBH is to provide in-depth interdisciplinary care to military veterans, first responders, and active service members who are having ongoing symptoms following mild to moderate TBI or psychological symptoms.

At the MIBH, we strive to advance training, educational, and research activities in support of our co-located integrated clinical care model.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership and Board Development : 20%

• Develop and implement strategic plans for engaging the community and stakeholders in support of MIBH through major and principal gifts.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to the Executive Director of MIBH in developing a robust community of volunteers and potential supporters.

Major and Principal Gift Fundraising : 80%

• Lead strategy for all major and principal gifts, working closely with organizational leadership to ensure a positive philanthropic experience for current and potential benefactors.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key philanthropic partners, ensuring their alignment with the organization’s vision.
• Partner with third-party organizations and volunteers to maximize philanthropy.
• Direct the development of event concepts, messaging, and marketing strategies to maximize attendance and donor engagement.
• Engage high-profile individuals and community leaders to serve as event hosts, chairs, and ambassadors, leveraging their networks for fundraising success.
• Analyze event outcomes and campaign performance, using insights to inform future strategies and initiatives.
• This position requires flexibility in hours, including evenings and weekends for events and meetings.
• National travel may be required for partnership development, fundraising events, and conferences.

Work Location :

Hybrid this role is eligible for a hybrid work schedule with at least one day on campus and as needed for in-person meetings and events.

The employee must be reside in Colorado.

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