University of California Irvine

Senior Director of Development, Neurosciences


Updated: Aug 23, 2022
Location: Irvine-Campus
Job Type:
Department: Health Advancement


Job Opening ID: 31758Reports To: Executive Director of DevelopmentWorking Title: Senior Director of Development, NeurosciencesDepartment: Health AdvancementBargaining Unit: 99FLSA: ExemptPayroll Job Code: 000462Job Location: UCI Med Center-OrangePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 8-5, M-FEmployee Class: Career Position Summary: In 1965, the University of California, Irvine was founded with a mission to catalyze the community and enhance lives through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and dedicated public service. A top public university, UCI has become internationally recognized for improving lives through research and discovery, fostering excellence in scholarship and teaching, and engaging and enriching the community. Today, UCI continues to inspire change and pioneer new ideas with the support of its generous partners, alumni and friends. Through the combined efforts of the University Advancement & Alumni relations team, the university is able to share its amazing achievements, build lasting relationships and generate support for important campus programs and initiatives. University Advancement seeks to strengthen contributions in research, education, and service; accelerate the university's place among globally preeminent research universities; and bring together passions, skills, and creativity to further improve people's lives. The Sr. Director of Development is a fundraising professional who works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Development, Health Advancement and University Advancement (UA) colleagues to lead specific development programs for UCI Health's neurosciences, securing significant philanthropic investments to support these areas. The primary activity of the Sr. Director of Development is externally focused to secure private philanthropic support and the Sr. Director of Development's effectiveness will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial goals and meet metrics. The Sr. Director of Development reports to the Executive Director of Development, Health Advancement. The Sr. Director of Development is expected to be a highly collaborative colleague with other development officers on the Health Advancement team and across the campus. Compensation Range: Commensurate with Experience Department Website: https://advancement.uci.edu/ Required: Five years' successful professional development and/or fundraising-related experience, preferably in higher education, OR, any equivalent combinations of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been achieved.Bachelor's degree and 5+ years professional fundraising experience in higher education, preferably in an academic medical setting.Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques. Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen, to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies. Ability to make persuasive and compelling presentations of goals and objectives for a location in order to secure gifts. Advanced organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills, including skill in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification / avoidance / resolution, and strong project management skills. Very strong skills in maintaining confidentiality. Ability to prepare complex and detailed proposals and related materials. Ability to work independently with both school and institutional goals in mind. Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Salesforce or a comparable donor/prospect database system. Demonstrable experience in stewardship plans leading to additional investments. Clarity of focus while juggling complex projects and/or deadlines. Ability to meet demanding work schedule expectations. Preferred: Advanced working knowledge of all aspects of the location, including current issues of concern for both the campus and / or throughout higher education / healthcare generally. Advanced working knowledge of the location, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure. Advanced knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc. Special Conditions Preferred: May work long hours to meet fundraising commitments. Local, regional, and national travel is required. Final candidate subject to background check. As a federal contractor, UC Irvine is required to use E-Verify to confirm the work status of individuals assigned to perform substantial work under certain federal contracts/subcontracts.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500.

Job Opening ID: 31758Reports To: Executive Director of DevelopmentWorking Title: Senior Director of Development, NeurosciencesDepartment: Health AdvancementBargaining Unit: 99FLSA: ExemptPayroll Job Code: 000462Job Location: UCI Med Center-OrangePercent of Time: 100%Work Schedule: 8-5, M-FEmployee Class: Career Position Summary: In 1965, the University of California, Irvine was founded with a mission to catalyze the community and enhance lives through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and dedicated public service. A top public university, UCI has become internationally recognized for improving lives through research and discovery, fostering excellence in scholarship and teaching, and engaging and enriching the community. Today, UCI continues to inspire change and pioneer new ideas with the support of its generous partners, alumni and friends. Through the combined efforts of the University Advancement & Alumni relations team, the university is able to share its amazing achievements, build lasting relationships and generate support for important campus programs and initiatives. University Advancement seeks to strengthen contributions in research, education, and service; accelerate the university's place among globally preeminent research universities; and bring together passions, skills, and creativity to further improve people's lives. The Sr. Director of Development is a fundraising professional who works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Development, Health Advancement and University Advancement (UA) colleagues to lead specific development programs for UCI Health's neurosciences, securing significant philanthropic investments to support these areas. The primary activity of the Sr. Director of Development is externally focused to secure private philanthropic support and the Sr. Director of Development's effectiveness will be evaluated on the ability to achieve financial goals and meet metrics. The Sr. Director of Development reports to the Executive Director of Development, Health Advancement. The Sr. Director of Development is expected to be a highly collaborative colleague with other development officers on the Health Advancement team and across the campus. Compensation Range: Commensurate with Experience Department Website: https://advancement.uci.edu/ Required: Five years' successful professional development and/or fundraising-related experience, preferably in higher education, OR, any equivalent combinations of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill and abilities have been achieved.Bachelor's degree and 5+ years professional fundraising experience in higher education, preferably in an academic medical setting.Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques. Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills, including political acumen, to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies. Ability to make persuasive and compelling presentations of goals and objectives for a location in order to secure gifts. Advanced organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills, including skill in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification / avoidance / resolution, and strong project management skills. Very strong skills in maintaining confidentiality. Ability to prepare complex and detailed proposals and related materials. Ability to work independently with both school and institutional goals in mind. Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Salesforce or a comparable donor/prospect database system. Demonstrable experience in stewardship plans leading to additional investments. Clarity of focus while juggling complex projects and/or deadlines. Ability to meet demanding work schedule expectations. Preferred: Advanced working knowledge of all aspects of the location, including current issues of concern for both the campus and / or throughout higher education / healthcare generally. Advanced working knowledge of the location, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure. Advanced knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc. Special Conditions Preferred: May work long hours to meet fundraising commitments. Local, regional, and national travel is required. Final candidate subject to background check. As a federal contractor, UC Irvine is required to use E-Verify to confirm the work status of individuals assigned to perform substantial work under certain federal contracts/subcontracts.

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500.

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