What are the responsibilities and job description for the President, University of Alaska Foundation and Chief Development Officer, University of Alaska position at University of Alaska?
Overview
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The University of Alaska Foundation (UA Foundation) seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as its next president and chief development officer for the University of Alaska (UA) system. Based in Alaska, with offices in Anchorage and Fairbanks, this role offers a unique and exciting opportunity to shape and expand philanthropy across the university system in support of its mission and priorities.
The UA Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the UA system’s mission. It provides essential infrastructure and leadership, overseeing the acceptance, management, and stewardship of philanthropic contributions. Beyond its fiduciary role, the UA Foundation offers strategic guidance, coordination, and technical expertise in fundraising and development, supporting the unique needs of the UA system’s three separately accredited universities.
The president collaborates closely with the UA Foundation Board of Directors, UA system president, and chancellors of the three universities within UA to develop and execute system-wide strategies for growing and sustaining private donations. As a steward of the university system’s philanthropic resources, the president ensures the UA Foundation fulfills its mission through prudent management, investment, and allocation of funds, always honoring donor intent. The president aligns the efforts and optimizes the resources of the foundation in support of the University of Alaska Anchorage, University of Alaska Fairbanks, and University of Alaska Southeast.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Serve as chief executive officer of the UA Foundation.
- Oversee the day-to-day business and operations of the UA Foundation, including governance, board relations, compliance with legal requirements, and budget development and management.
- Support the universities in their development efforts and collaborate with the universities to assess, plan, and implement system-level and university fundraising priorities and initiatives.
- Lead and execute strategic planning efforts in collaboration with the Board of Directors and UA president to ensure alignment with UA system development priorities.
- Responsible for communicating to the university system the UA Foundation’s strategic plans and priorities as approved by the Board of Directors.
- Work with the UA Foundation’s chief financial officer to ensure policies and decisions meet and serve the aligned needs of the UA Foundation and the university system.
- Represent the UA Foundation and university with various and diverse individuals and groups, including alumni, students, families, community leaders, businesses, donors, and government representatives.
- Serve as senior advisor on development to the UA president.
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About the University of Alaska Foundation
Mission : The University of Alaska Foundation seeks, secures, and stewards philanthropic support in partnership with the University of Alaska system to help shape Alaska’s future.
Vision : The University of Alaska Foundation inspires philanthropy for the University of Alaska system to make a global impact for all generations to come.
Values : Enthusiastic advocacy, Inspired generosity, Wise stewardship, Meaningful diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The UA Foundation is a private nonprofit corporation that operates as an institutionally related foundation. It was established in 1974 to solicit, manage, and invest donations for the UA’s exclusive benefit. The Board of Regents of the University of Alaska recognizes, through policy, the UA Foundation as the entity that manages private gifts made to support all three universities of the UA system. The UA Foundation works closely with each university and with community partners and stakeholders exclusively for the benefit of the university system.
The UA Foundation manages the disbursement of over $20 million in philanthropic expenditures annually across the university system. Donations averaging $22 million each year are accepted for every area of the UA’s mission.
Applications and Nominations
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Application review will begin January 27, 2025, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11 : 55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on January 26, 2025.
Applications must be submitted through the UA Careers site and must include :
1. Letter of interest that addresses how the candidate meets the Search Committee’s qualifications as described in the position profile.
2. Resume or curriculum vitae.
3. Four professional references with email addresses and phone numbers provided (references will not be contacted without prior permission from the applicant).
To nominate a colleague or for a confidential discussion about the position, please contact Meg Nordale (board and search committee chair) at meg@ghemm.com.
Position Details :
This position can be based at either of the UA Foundation offices, located in Anchorage, AK, or Fairbanks, AK. Flexible on-site / hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. This is a full-time, exempt position with both a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. Compensation is commensurate with the experience required for the job.
This position is designated as an officer of the university or senior administrator at the discretion of the president.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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