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Senior Director of Development, Walsh School of Foreign Service Georgetown University

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Georgetown University
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Washington D.C.

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Senior Director of Development, Walsh School of Foreign Service Georgetown University

Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

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Senior Director of Development, Walsh School of Foreign Service - Georgetown University

Job Overview

The Senior Director of Development, Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS), provides leadership and day-to-day management of an integrated program of development activities for the SFS, including its participation in the University's campaign. The Senior Director will play a critical role in the fundraising that will leverage the success of the School's centennial celebration which took place in 2019. The position directs development staff and works with the Dean to design, implement, oversee, manage and evaluate integrated annual and campaign plans for SFS fundraising. This includes the identification and articulation of priorities, the creation and communication of a case for support, the bringing of potential donors through the donor lifecycle and the appropriate accounting and stewardship of gifts received.

The Senior Director's primary responsibility will be to coordinate advancement strategies for a portfolio of leadership and principal gift prospects, many of whom have multiple philanthropic interests at Georgetown. With some donors that will require playing the lead relationship role and with other donors it will require behind-the-scenes coordination among academic leadership, fellow development officers, and volunteers. The Senior Director will be responsible for convening strategy sessions and will be responsible for developing thorough and comprehensive briefings for the University's principals. Once fully onboarded, the Senior Director will be expected to raise a minimum of $5M+ per year.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Major Gift Fundraising and Campaign Management
  • Support for the Dean, which includes liaison work with the Dean's staff
  • Development of a communications and outreach strategy for fundraising efforts
  • Management and mentorship of SFS-tasked Office of Advancement staff


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree
  • At least 9+ years of major gift fundraising experience that includes campaign planning and execution, preferably in a higher education setting
  • Leadership experience, including staff supervision
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work with a diverse range of constituents - including donors, board members and volunteers as well as alumni, parents, friends, faculty, administrators and internal colleagues
  • A demonstrated track record of success in meeting major gift and campaign goals
  • A high energy level and flexible nature
  • Respect and passion for mission-driven institutions


Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days on campus, 3 days telework). Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of Work Designation.

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Submission Guidelines:

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance:

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.

Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements:

The Georgetown University community is committed to our public health approach and the important role that vaccines play in contributing to the safety of our University and our broader communities. Georgetown University requires students, faculty, staff and visitors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to have received a COVID-19 vaccine booster shot when eligible, or to have an approved medical or religious exemption. This requirement applies to all faculty and staff, including teleworking employees. Complete details and updates can be found in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center.


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