Director of Development 0462U Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research 24399
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Feb 24, 2022
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Director of Development (0462U), Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research 24399
University of California, Berkeley
Date Posted: Feb. 24, 2022
Location: Berkeley, CA, United States
Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Start Date: Available immediately
Departmental Overview
The Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research has overall managerial responsibility for Berkeley's research enterprise. It seeks to maintain a research environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and community. Its specific goals are to provide effective support for campus-wide research efforts; to advocate for research needs and resources; and to maximize the benefits of Berkeley's research to the scholarly community and society.
Responsibilities
- Plans, organizes, and directs large-scale fundraising campaigns.
- Collaborates with the Chief Development Officer to support strategic priorities of faculty and staff in interdisciplinary centers, institutes, and programs.
- Evaluates programs using financial feasibility studies and market research.
- Writes proposals for solicitation of individual, corporate, and foundation prospects.
- Qualifies, identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards major gift prospects and donors.
- Recruits, trains, and supports board members and other key volunteers.
- Develops and manages a portfolio of 80-100 major gift, corporate, and foundation prospects.
- Makes at least 10-15 substantive contacts per month and ensures fundraising goals are met.
- May attend functions, meetings, and serve on internal/external committees.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations.
- Advanced knowledge of the campus and relevant issues for both the campus and higher education.
- Advanced written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Advanced skill in making persuasive and compelling presentations.
- Advanced analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Skill to meet or exceed fundraising goals and objectives.
- Bachelors degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential is a plus.
Salary & Benefits
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: [Link]
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/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, or protected veteran status.
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