Director of Development, Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service
UVA's Office of University Advancement seeks an outstanding Director of Development to support the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service, the Commonwealth's flagship public service organization since 1931. The University of Virginia's Office of Advancement encompasses a strong and reputable advancement community and offers a wide variety of career opportunities, and an outstanding environment for professional growth. Together, the people that fuel UVA's advancement efforts are shaping a better tomorrow. Within this forward-thinking, flexible work environment, we value:
- the strength of our community
- being proactive
- acting strategically
- relentless determination
Well-known throughout Virginia, the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service strengthens and preserves effective governance by linking the research and resources of the University of Virginia to contemporary challenges for public leaders, especially those found in local, state, and national policy.
The Director of Development will design and execute an advancement strategy that will generate philanthropic support for the Center's highest priorities. The incumbent will be joining the organization at a pivotal time with the opportunity to advance the mission and strategic direction of the Center and communicate that mission to those dedicated to good policy, effective governance, and strengthening communities.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Build and manage a portfolio of current and prospective major-gift level donors ($100K+) and move them towards giving levels that achieve annual and long-range fundraising goals of the Center.
- Work with the Center's and University leadership, faculty, staff, and volunteers to engage prospects and implement solicitation plans for the Center
- Oversee the strategy and execution of development-focused events and meetings that further the fundraising goals for the Center
- Develop or build upon a working knowledge of Virginia politics, government, and business and civic leadership
A Bachelor's Degree is required, Master's Degree is preferred. The ideal candidate will have at least eight years of demonstrated success in fundraising, sales or managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience in political and/or higher education fundraising and staffing senior leaders and volunteers.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, University Advancement honors your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, we strive to create and maintain working environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can best achieve our mission of supporting our broadly diverse partners, schools, and networks of engaged alumni, parents, and friends of the University.