Director of Philanthropy

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Location

Augusta University - Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Job Summary

Personally identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more to Augusta University, its academic units, centers and institutes, with special emphasis on major gifts of $250,000 or more for Augusta University, by strategically managing a portfolio of approximately 125 confirmed major gifts prospects. This position focuses on fundraising efforts for Hull College of Business, Computer & Cyber Sciences, and the College of Science and Mathematics.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• MAJOR GIFT MANAGEMENT: Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more to Augusta University, its academic units, centers and institutes, with special emphasis on major gifts of $250,000 or more for Augusta University, by strategically managing a portfolio of approximately 125 confirmed major gifts prospects. Special or exclusive focus of the role may be given to a particular area of the university as directed by the employee's manager. This role will also work collaboratively to support annual giving programs and grow mid-level donors in the designated units.
• Performance is evaluated annually based upon predetermined performance of the responsibilities of the employee:
• Scheduling of and participation in face to face meetings with major gift prospective donors, and/or donors
• Identification and assessment of new major gift prospects
• Number of major gift proposals presented
• Number of major gifts solicitations closed
• Total dollars raised
• GENERAL DUTIES: Works closely with the deans, department chairs, and faculty to develop and communicate the philanthropic cases for support for the colleges and its academic units, centers and/or institutes. Utilizes the expertise and professional relationships of the deans, department chairs and faculty to identify and cultivate major gifts prospects and craft major gift proposals to alumni, patients, friends, corporations and foundations.
• DOCUMENTATION: Appropriate and timely documentation of all donor interactions and donor relationship activities within the database of record.
• OTHER DUTIES: Works collaboratively with other Augusta University Advancement Professionals in the successful planning and execution of multiple college and university-wide alumni and donor engagement, stewardship and fundraising events. Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three years of experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts, or seven or more years of experience/training in fundraising, sales, marketing or similar.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university. Five or more years major gift fundraising experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts. Demonstrative success closing multiple gifts of $100,000 or more. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal/written communication skills, attention to detail and analytical abilities
• Ability to multi-task, think creatively and handle a heavy workload
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Able to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including healthcare professionals, community leaders, as well as patients, families, volunteers and employees
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and conduct multi-day business trips
• Knowledge of standard event management tasks and resources
• Experience with databases (especially Raiser's Edge) and internet searches
• Highly developed computer skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and constituent relations software.
• A high energy level, integrity and sincerity
• Requires adaptability, good judgment and initiative

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday (work outside of the normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)

Pay Band: B16

Salary Minimum: $95,200 - $100,000

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 9/23/24 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

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