PharmD Program Director of Development

Department :

SOP-Advancement-450150

Career Area :

Development and Fundraising

Posting Open Date : 10 / 24 / 2024

10 / 24 / 2024

Application Deadline :

11 / 07 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Position Type :

Position Type :

Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title :

PharmD Program Director of Development

Appointment Type : EHRA Non-Faculty

EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number : 01004737

01004737

Vacancy ID : NF0008608

NF0008608

Full Time / Part Time :

Full-Time Permanent

FTE : Hours per week :

Hours per week : Position Location :

Position Location : North Carolina, US

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range :

Dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Proposed Start Date :

12 / 02 / 2024

Be a Tar Heel! :

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities .

Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work / life balance.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy.

UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit :

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill.

The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students.

The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School’s Strategic Plan (https : / / pharmacy.

unc.edu / about / oe / strategic-plan / ).

Our Vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences. Our Mission is to prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world’s most pressing health care challenges.

We are Advancing Medicine for Life through innovation and collaboration in pharmacy practice, education, research, and public service.

Position Summary :

At the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, we prepare leaders and innovators to solve the world’s most pressing health care challenges.

Our vision is to be the global leader in pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences, and we rank #1 as the top-rated pharmacy school nationally.

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Foundation strives to advance the School’s mission by driving philanthropic investment to support strategic priorities.

The Office of External Affairs (which includes the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Foundation and the Pharmacy Alumni Association) plays a critical role in advancing the mission and vision of the pharmacy school. Our focus includes :

• Development personalizing the giving experience to drive philanthropic investment to support the pharmacy school’s strategic priorities.
• Alumni creating authentic engagement opportunities for our nearly 9,000 alumni across all degree programs (BS in Pharmacy, PharmD, MS and PhD)
• Culture building a strong team that is welcoming, accountable and committed to equity, excellence and impact

Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the PharmD Program Director of Development (the Director) is a core member of the development team and responsible for developing authentic relationships with alumni, friends, and corporate and foundation funding partners.

Chief responsibilities include the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of a portfolio of 75-100 major giving donors ($100,000+) in support of the PharmD professional program.

This position will drive the School’s strategic priority to double its annual scholarship dollars to $3 million and cultivate support for the PharmD program in the University’s next campaign.

Once fully established in the role, the Director will carry an annual revenue goal of $2 million or more.

With 75% of pharmacy alumni living in North Carolina, the Director will focus primarily on in-state travel and is expected to maintain a robust schedule of donor visits.

The Director will leverage volunteers and School leadership to provide meaningful engagement with donors, from cultivation to stewardship.

In addition, the Director of Development is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with corporate and foundation funding partners and writing funding proposals in support of scholarships and / or other programs that support the PharmD educational experience.

Areas of philanthropic focus within the PharmD program will include scholarships, rural pharmacy health, the Business of Health Care, and student organizations and their alumni.

The Director will develop relationships with PharmD leadership, faculty, and students in these areas to understand and advance funding opportunities.

The successful candidate will be an experienced relationship-focused fundraiser who leverages our CRM (both entering and querying data) and volunteers, leadership, and campus partners to cultivate and close major gifts.

Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are necessary, and we seek team members who use their unique experiences and rich culture to raise critical resources for our students and faculty.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements :

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with related experience. For positions with responsibility for direct solicitation of gifts and funds, a minimum of 1 year of professional-level, direct solicitation / fundraising experience is required.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate :

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills;
• High energy, drive, and integrity;
• Ability to interact effectively on a comprehensive research university campus;
• Ability to work with volunteers, faculty members and potential donors, foundation and corporate partners;
• Ability to work as part of a dynamic team;
• Comfort and proficiency with Microsoft Office;
• Ability and willingness to travel and work nights or weekends when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience :

Five or more years of successful fundraising, marketing, or related experience is preferred. Successful track record or comparable experience in cultivating donors, soliciting and closing gifts of $100,000 and above with preference given to candidates with a background in higher education or health related fields.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities :

Not Applicable.