Development Strategist for Faculty Relations

Development Strategist for Faculty Relations -34274University Staff

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : Office of Advancement

Working Title : Development Strategist for Faculty Relations

Position # : 00825116 Requisition # : 34274

Job Summary : Nature of Work

Nature of Work

The Director of Strategic Philanthropic Initiatives (or Development Strategist for Faculty Relations) will serve as a critical member of the CU Anschutz advancement team.

In this role they will work closely with faculty and leaders on ideas and opportunities to elevate the campus, train the next generation of the healthcare workforce, bring resources to bear to transform research and elevate the reputation and success of CU Anschutz.

In this role, the Director of Strategic Philanthropic Initiatives (or Development Strategist for Faculty Relations) daily work will involve meeting with faculty and staff to understand philanthropic opportunities, co-create and articulate complex scientific concepts for lay audiences, manage expectations and train partners on best practice, and assist externally-facing gift officers by providing materials for benefactor conversations.

Supervision Received : Reports to the Senior Director of Development

Supervision Exercised : No direct reports.

Essential Duties

Faculty Relations- 40%

• Serves as primary point of contact between unit leaders and the CU Anschutz Advancement team, reporting directly to the Executive Director of Faculty and Hospital Relations.
• Works to cultivate strong partnerships with unit leaders and their faculty members to understand and co-create philanthropic opportunities that align with organizational needs and priorities.
• Facilitates productive relationships between faculty and donors through relationships with Philanthropic Advisors.
• Maintains a portfolio of faculty members, guiding them with philanthropy by writing sample communications and preparing strategy for current and potential benefactors.

Philanthropic Advisor- 40%

• Creates a strategic approach to program funding and growth, with an emphasis on cross campus collaborations.
• Provides strategic advice and direction for inter-professional fundraising activities related to campus priorities
• Implements proven key strategies with campus leaders and faculty to build, manage and monitor referrals of health alumni, community members and / or grateful patients toward funding priorities.
• Works closely with CU Anschutz Medical Campus philanthropic advisors, communications professionals, benefactor relations staff and appropriate Central Office staff (i.

e. : Gifting Planning, Annual Giving, etc.) to develop and implement fundraising strategies in order to meet established goals and objectives.

• Maintains a thorough knowledge of the CU Anschutz fundraising process, including proposal development, gift agreements, fund allocation management and stewardship.
• Represents the University at events in order to support the University, build deeper relationships with leaders and faculty and cultivate donors.

Content Development and Dissemination- 20%

Develops and maintains a deep understanding of institutional priorities, academic programs, and centers of excellence in order to translate these assets into compelling funding opportunities.

Disseminates information to external advancement team.

• Works to ensure timely, accurate completion of key visits, communication and internal team requests.
• Works internally to develop clear visions and philanthropic cases for support with faculty

Work Location :

Hybrid The office expectation is a hybrid schedule of 1-3 days per week on campus, as needed. The frequency of on campus work can be discussed as part of a final offer.

• This position requires periodic flexibility in hours, including evenings and the occasional weekends for events and meetings.
• Travel may be required.

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