Danville, Illinois
Bellingham, Washington
Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, Virginia
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Baltimore, Maryland
Westchester Campus,
Posted: 30-Aug-24
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Employment Type:
Organization Type:
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Generous benefits include paid time off including holidays and vacation, retirement match, and tuition remission for employee and dependents. Details at www.duq.edu/benefits
Location: University Advancement
Position Status: Full-time
Hours: Varied
Position Number: 223221/10-822
FLSA Status: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
Serving as the chief development officer for the College of Medicine and Schools of Health Sciences, Nursing and Pharmacy as well as the Center for Integrative Health at Duquesne University, the Executive Director for Advancement, Integrative Health (EDA) will provide counsel to the Deans/Director on advancement matters, help set philanthropic strategies and organize and set the College/Schools/Center’s philanthropic priorities in order to maximize external support. The EDA will plan, lead and grow all aspects of alumni and friend engagement, fundraising and comprehensive Advancement initiatives within the College/Schools/Center, with a heavy emphasis on cultivating and closing major and planned gift commitments. This will also involve the EDA working with academic program leaders, center directors, faculty, and staff in the respective College/Schools/Center at the direction of the SVP.
The EDA will report directly to the Senior Vice President for University Advancement (SVP) in close collaboration with the leadership of the College/Schools/Center. This unique relationship is designed to ensure that the EDA can fully pursue strategic advancement goals for the College/Schools/Center while also staying aligned with University campaigns, developments and perspectives with respect to advancement.
We expect this unique structure will be seamless and effective given that relations between the College/Schools/Center and University Advancement leadership are excellent, with a long track record of successfully partnering on advancement initiatives for the College/Schools/Cente
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business, liberal arts or related field from an accredited institution and 8 or more years of progressively responsible experience.
A minimum of 7 to 10 years successful experience in major gift and/or planned gift development or related field, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job function.
Valid driver’s license.
Preferred qualifications:
MA, MS, MBA or other relevant degree from an accredited institution.
Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:
The EDA will be a highly-effective, exceptional fundraiser as well as a respected team leader and College/Schools/Center -wide collaborator. This is critical if the EDA is to help further the growth of the College/Schools/Center’s individual and organizational philanthropy results through strategically growing and cultivating a portfolio of major and planned giving donors and prospects. Moreover, the EDA will work closely with the SVP for University Advancement, Gift Officers, and volunteers to secure significant resources for the College/Schools/Center’s faculty, students, and programs. More specifically, to be successful, the EDA will have or possess:
A high level of emotional intelligence and the ability to collaborate effectively.
A proven track record of closing six-and seven-figure-major and planned gifts as well as possess experience working on a comprehensive fundraising campaign in a complex educational setting.
A willingness and ability to travel locally and throughout the United States to meet with prospects and donors.
Demonstrated progressive experience and successful results in fundraising/sales.
The ability to initiate, analyze, monitor, evaluate and modify strategic advancement plans along with the ability to effectively connect and engage and communicate with donors and potential donors of all levels.
Experience managing or leading a development team plus strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
The ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Effective computer and database management skills plus the ability to plan and manage budgets, gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
The ability to organize resources, establish priorities and perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
A willingness to support and articulate the mission, identity, and strategic goals of Duquesne University and the College/Schools/Center; this includes being sensitive to the need to treat each individual with dignity and respect as it relates to diversity in general and the Mission of the University specifically.
Commitment to the University’s values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University’s Mission. Demonstrated experience with, and understanding of, the broad diversity of the University community (students, faculty, staff and others).
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.
Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.
Catholic in its mission and ecumenical in spirit, Duquesne University values equality of opportunity as an educational institution and as an employer. We aspire to attract and sustain a diverse faculty and staff that reflects contemporary society, serves our academic goals and enriches our campus community. We particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups and support dual-career couples through our charter membership in this region's HERC (http://www.hercjobs.org/oh-western-pa-wv/).
We invite applicants for this position to learn more about our university and its Spiritan heritage by visiting http://www.duq.edu/about/mission-and-identity/mission-statement. Those invited to campus for an interview may be asked about ways in which they see their talents contributing to the continued growth of our community and furthering its mission.
Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.