Senior Director, Principal Giving - College of Arts & Sciences (Hybrid)

At the University of Cincinnati Foundation, we commit ourselves to providing a place where everyone belongs. We care deeply about those in our community, while also taking care to nurture new relationships. We have the courage to dream big, drive excellence and uphold integrity in our work. We amplify our collective impact by celebrating different perspectives and embracing inclusion. 

Structure

The Senior Director of Principal Giving is an exempt (salaried) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) with assignment to the College of Arts & Sciences (A&S) and reports to the Senior Director of Development, A&S.

Focus

The Senior Director of Principal Giving serves the College of Arts & Sciences and is responsible for the identification, qualification, strategic engagement, solicitation and personalized stewardship of prospects and donors of at the principal gift level ($1M ). 

Specific Duties

• Build, qualify and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects to cultivate, solicit and secure principal gifts ($1M ) to support the priorities and needs of the College of Arts & Sciences.
• Draft gift proposals and agreements, process and track those documents through the UCF system.
• Collaborate with principal giving peers across the organization to allow for a comprehensive program for principal gift development and activity for the UC Foundation.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to development staff and academic leadership in the process of identification, qualification, strategic engagement and solicitation of prospects and donors at principal gift level.
• Partner with the stewardship team to ensure personalized stewardship plans for donors.
• Work with UCF departments and fundraising specialists (prospect development, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, and national programs) for the benefit of the College and the University.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with the College’s faculty and staff, and external relations personnel.
• Prepare timely contact reports and ensure the accuracy of monthly reports.
• Participate fully in the UCF prospect and clearance process.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of progressive fundraising experience, or advanced degree with 5-7 years of experience. Previous experience working at an institution of higher education preferred.
• Record of success in raising funds upwards of $1 million through outright and deferred giving; proven ability to manage prospects, generate high-level strategies for cultivation and solicitation of prospects, supervise volunteers, and establish goals.
• Knowledge of principal giving best practices and a familiarity with tax, legal, and financial concepts and strategies involved in estate and philanthropic planning.
• High degree of discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong organization and written communication skills. 
• Ability to interact favorably with a diverse group of individuals and to foster strong, productive relationships.
• Ability to collaborate across Foundation, University and University healthcare system to optimize philanthropic giving for principal gift donors.
• Willingness to travel and attend evening and weekend activities as needed.  Valid driver’s license required for travel.
• A commitment to and passion for the role of development in advancing the mission of the University of Cincinnati.

What We Offer

The anticipated starting salary range for the Senior Director of Principal Giving role is $120,000-$135,000 annually. When determining the final offer amount the UC Foundation considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, external market data, as well as, market and business considerations when making compensation decisions.

At the UC Foundation, we understand the importance of providing both a desirable work environment as well as benefits that provide our employee’s peace of mind and work/life balance. We offer a total rewards package inclusive of performance based bonus, as well as, competitive health and wellness benefits, tuition remission, retirement with employer match, paid parental leave, and paid vacation, sick time and holidays, including calendar year-end closing. To learn more, visit our careers page.

Physical Demands

This position is considered to have light work. Exerting up to 20lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up a negligible of force constantly to move objects. This position requires the operation of a motor vehicle. This position also requires:

• Finger use
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive motion of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, this position is subject to outside environmental conditions and indoor conditions.

Pre-Hire Requirements

The UC Foundation seeks talented, collaborative and mission-focused individuals to join our advancement team in driving philanthropic support for the University of Cincinnati and UC Health. All offers of full-time employment are contingent upon passing a criminal background check and drug test. Positions requiring a degree are also contingent upon education verification.