Senior Associate Director of Development, Major Gifts, MCD

Senior Associate Director of Development, Major Gifts, MCD

Main Work Location : Redwood City, CA.

Schedule : Hybrid work schedule (at least 2 days per week on-site). This position is also open to 100% remote.

Stanford Medicine is comprised of Stanford University School of Medicine, a premier research-intensive medical school, Stanford Health Care (SHC), a hospital that is nationally recognized for quality patient care and leading-edge technology, and Stanford Children’s Health, the only health care system in the San Francisco Bay Area exclusively dedicated to pediatric and obstetric care.

Medical Center Development (MCD) supports Stanford Medicine with highly trained and experienced fundraising professionals and partner teams and is committed to a donor-centric approach to development.

MCD is looking for an experienced fundraiser to join their Major Gifts Generalist team who possesses sensitivity, diplomacy, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

The Senior Associate Director reports to the Senior Director of Major Gifts who leads the Generalist fundraising team. You will create strategic fundraising plans for your portfolio, including tactics to cultivate the prospect base, determine appropriate inspiring gift opportunities, and develop nuanced strategies for engaging donors.

In this role, you will :

• Contribute to developing strategic fundraising plans for assigned objectives and execute assigned development activities.
• Interact regularly with faculty to gain depth of specialized knowledge about their programs and funding needs.
• Partner closely with academic leaders and faculty to develop proposals for transformative gifts supporting research and initiatives involving multiple faculty members.
• Manage approximately 75-100 philanthropic relationships with consistent focus and high-touch engagement.
• Develop and manage relationships of mutual respect and trust with faculty members and colleagues.
• Collaborate with colleagues on the Major Gifts team to implement fundraising activities.
• Stay informed on current university initiatives and activities, including campaign priorities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to promoting and supporting an environment of diversity and inclusion.

To be successful in this position, you will bring :

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Proven ability to achieve fundraising goals and comfort working with high-net-worth individuals.
• A sense of urgency in gift discussions and responding to philanthropic opportunities.
• Commitment to a collaborative culture with patience and flexibility.
• Excellent writing, communication, and listening skills.
• Proven skills in managing competing priorities and complex issues effectively.

This role is open to candidates anywhere in the United States. The expected pay range for this position is $117,244 to $161,318 per annum for remote positions and $165,382 to $200,000 per annum for hybrid positions.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees.

Why Stanford is for You

• Freedom to grow : Take advantage of career development programs and tuition reimbursement.
• A caring culture : Access to wellness programs, child-care resources, and caregiving support.
• A healthier you : Access to world-class exercise facilities.
• Discovery and fun : Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources : Free commuter programs and discounts for various services.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Office of Development, Redwood City, California, United States

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