Director of Development, Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (CASBS)

Stanford University

Job Number: 82583


Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description

Job Code: 4292

Job Grade: K

60% Part-time position with benefits, one-year renewable term




POSITION SUMMARY:

The Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences (CASBS) @ Stanford brings together deep thinkers from diverse disciplines and communities to advance understanding of the full range of human beliefs, behaviors, interactions, and institutions. A leading incubator of human-centered knowledge, CASBS facilitates collaborations across academia, policy, industry, civil society, and government to collectively design a better future.





Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Development & Associate Dean for External Relations for the Dean of Research, the CASBS Director of Development serves as the chief development officer for the Center. He/she works closely with the Center Director, Associate Director, and Chair of the Board Development Committee and Board Nominating Committee to design and implement the Center's fundraising plans at various donor levels and for a range of purposes. The primary goal is to raise major gifts, either for endowment or for current use. He/she manages the Center's Annual Giving program with the involvement of other Center staff as appropriate. The Director of Development collaborates closely with colleagues in Stanford's central Office of Development and with development colleagues throughout the university.




JOB PURPOSE:

Plan and implement a specific fund-raising program for CASBS. Operate independently in assigned areas and take responsibility for prospect identification and solicitation, proposal development, and coordination of internal support activities. Work with staff, donors, volunteers, and other university staff to assist in establishing and maintaining relationships with all university constituencies.




CORE DUTIES*:

Develop solicitation goals, objectives, and strategies for development projects and/or specific donor populations or geographic regions. Cultivate and solicit gifts to the university.

Manage an active portfolio, and track solicitation assignments and progress. Work with a portfolio of assigned prospects to cultivate, solicit, and steward their support.

Take responsibility for a wide range of fundraising activities, including maintaining an active level of contacts, identifying new prospective donors and volunteers, providing stewardship, and coordinating volunteer fundraising efforts.

Stay informed on current university initiatives and activities.

Develop relationships leading to gifts in the $250,000 - $5,000,000 range.

Enhance relationships between current and prospective major donors and the school or unit's faculty, students, dean, staff and volunteers.

Design and manage appeals (e.g., direct mail, email, video, phone, and other channels) to target key populations to maximize fundraising potential.

Establish ongoing relationships with individual alumni through personal visits, phone calls, and meaningful contacts.

Prioritize prospects, prepare background information, make volunteer assignments as appropriate, and follow up with volunteers to ensure completion of assigned solicitations.

Work closely with other colleagues in development to align program goals with the overall giving goals of the university's development organization.

* - Other duties may also be assigned



Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated effectiveness in prospect identification, relationship building, and solicitation.

Demonstrated experience mentoring and working with volunteers, faculty, and staff.

Superior written and oral communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to articulate a compelling case for philanthropic support programs.

Ability to translate complex concepts into compelling development proposals.

Certifications and Licenses:

Valid California Non-commercial Class Driver's License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, sit, and use a telephone, stand/walk.

Occasionally light/fine grasping, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds, writing by hand.

Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non-commercial Class driver's license
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

May require working flexible hours, including nights and weekends. Regular travel may be required.

Valid passport for international travel.

WORK STANDARDS:

When conducting university business, must comply with the California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements.

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu. Additional Information

• Schedule: Part-time
• Job Code: 4292
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: K
• Requisition ID: 82583

Job:

Location: Office of Development, California, United States
Schedule:
Classification Level:

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

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







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