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Director, Foundation Relations
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201507156801 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | - |
Position Information
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Foundation Relations (Development unit), the Director of Foundation Relations: aligns fundraising activities with the vision, goals and priorities of the Vice Chancellor for University Advancement. Incumbent will provide high-level support and counsel, manage prospects, work with central development colleagues on partner strategy, and serve as liaison with appropriate campus departments (colleges, schools, university libraries, student affairs, extension, etc.) to grant-making foundations and relevant government agencies. The responsibilities of the Director of Foundation Relations will be in support of programs across the campus, focusing more closely on assigned units under the direction of the Executive Director. The Director for Foundation Relations is also expected to be visible within the UCR academic and development communities. This is a two-year, renewable contract position which includes the same employee benefits afforded career employees. We recruit experienced and talented individuals with a passion for higher education and a history of high performance. Sound like you? Apply today!
The UCR Office of Development is a proud partner with the thousands of alumni, parents and friends who have chosen to take a key role in shaping the face and future of this rapidly growing campus. The generosity of our donors not only enhances the quality of the UCR educational experience, it helps countless young people attain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed and lead in the 21st century.
University Advancement: (http://advancement.ucr.edu). Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Peter A. Hayashida, the UC Riverside University Advancement team: Raises public awareness of UCR's excellence in research, teaching and service; Encourages, promotes, and secures public and private resources to support: Recruitment and retention of world-class faculty; High-quality education for the best and brightest students who are reflective of California's diverse population; Leading-edge facilities and equipment necessary for inquiry and the creation of knowledge for the 21st century and beyond.
About UCR: The University of California, Riverside (www.ucr.edu) is a doctoral research university, a living laboratory for groundbreaking exploration of issues critical to Inland Southern California, the state and communities around the world. Reflecting California's diverse culture, UCR's enrollment has exceeded 21,000 students. The campus opened a medical school in 2013 and has reached the heart of the Coachella Valley by way of the UCR Palm Desert Center. The campus has an annual statewide economic impact of more than $1 billion. UCR is the most diverse campus in the prestigious 10 campus UC system and it is the eighth most diverse university in the nation. Recently named a "Next Generation University", UCR has earned a national reputation for excellence in research, teaching and service. For the second consecutive year, UCR has been recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the top green colleges in North America and for (2013) the Washington Monthly magazine ranked the University of California, Riverside second among national universities in their ninth-annual College Ranking Survey. Measures of social mobility, including enrollment of low-income students, net price and having a better-than-predicted graduation rate, helped propel UCR to the No. 2 overall ranking with an overall score of 93.5 out of a possible 100 points.
The UCR Office of Development is a proud partner with the thousands of alumni, parents and friends who have chosen to take a key role in shaping the face and future of this rapidly growing campus. The generosity of our donors not only enhances the quality of the UCR educational experience, it helps countless young people attain the skills and knowledge they need to succeed and lead in the 21st century.
University Advancement: (http://advancement.ucr.edu). Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Peter A. Hayashida, the UC Riverside University Advancement team: Raises public awareness of UCR's excellence in research, teaching and service; Encourages, promotes, and secures public and private resources to support: Recruitment and retention of world-class faculty; High-quality education for the best and brightest students who are reflective of California's diverse population; Leading-edge facilities and equipment necessary for inquiry and the creation of knowledge for the 21st century and beyond.
About UCR: The University of California, Riverside (www.ucr.edu) is a doctoral research university, a living laboratory for groundbreaking exploration of issues critical to Inland Southern California, the state and communities around the world. Reflecting California's diverse culture, UCR's enrollment has exceeded 21,000 students. The campus opened a medical school in 2013 and has reached the heart of the Coachella Valley by way of the UCR Palm Desert Center. The campus has an annual statewide economic impact of more than $1 billion. UCR is the most diverse campus in the prestigious 10 campus UC system and it is the eighth most diverse university in the nation. Recently named a "Next Generation University", UCR has earned a national reputation for excellence in research, teaching and service. For the second consecutive year, UCR has been recognized by The Princeton Review as one of the top green colleges in North America and for (2013) the Washington Monthly magazine ranked the University of California, Riverside second among national universities in their ninth-annual College Ranking Survey. Measures of social mobility, including enrollment of low-income students, net price and having a better-than-predicted graduation rate, helped propel UCR to the No. 2 overall ranking with an overall score of 93.5 out of a possible 100 points.
Minimum Requirements
-Bachelor's degree in a related field.
-Four to six years of experience in fundraising or research administration, preferably in higher education. Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of major gift fundraising, preferably within a major research university environment.
-Demonstrated knowledge of methods, practices and procedures for comprehensive fund-granting agency engagement strategies with research universities.
-Skill in communicating effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, about partnerships with universities in general and in particular as it applies to UCR. Demonstrated exceptional writing ability is required, especially as it pertains to writing competitive peer-reviewed grant proposals.
-Experience and success in collaborating in a complex development program within a major university. Deep understanding of academic, research and education functions and operation principles of a major research university.
-Proven experience in the full spectrum of development including cultivation, stewardship and donor recognition. Ability to direct the design of strategies for cultivation and solicitation of prospective partner organizations.
-Strong sense of ethical conduct that will inspire confidence and motivation with the proven ability to persuade colleagues and donor prospects, while maintaining confidentiality in all matters as they relate to sensitive donor relations issues.
-Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with deans and directors, academic and University leaders and volunteers to achieve revenue generation goals. Ability to work effectively with faculty and program directors from various academic backgrounds in devising, analyzing, modifying, implementing, and evaluating programs.
-Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills including the ability to work effectively with individuals from various status ranks from diverse institutional and community sectors to achieve common objectives.
-Successful experience using a broad range of communication methods to shape management initiatives and build alliances and partnerships.
-Four to six years of experience in fundraising or research administration, preferably in higher education. Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of major gift fundraising, preferably within a major research university environment.
-Demonstrated knowledge of methods, practices and procedures for comprehensive fund-granting agency engagement strategies with research universities.
-Skill in communicating effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing, about partnerships with universities in general and in particular as it applies to UCR. Demonstrated exceptional writing ability is required, especially as it pertains to writing competitive peer-reviewed grant proposals.
-Experience and success in collaborating in a complex development program within a major university. Deep understanding of academic, research and education functions and operation principles of a major research university.
-Proven experience in the full spectrum of development including cultivation, stewardship and donor recognition. Ability to direct the design of strategies for cultivation and solicitation of prospective partner organizations.
-Strong sense of ethical conduct that will inspire confidence and motivation with the proven ability to persuade colleagues and donor prospects, while maintaining confidentiality in all matters as they relate to sensitive donor relations issues.
-Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with deans and directors, academic and University leaders and volunteers to achieve revenue generation goals. Ability to work effectively with faculty and program directors from various academic backgrounds in devising, analyzing, modifying, implementing, and evaluating programs.
-Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills including the ability to work effectively with individuals from various status ranks from diverse institutional and community sectors to achieve common objectives.
-Successful experience using a broad range of communication methods to shape management initiatives and build alliances and partnerships.
Preferred Qualifications
-Advanced degree.
-Knowledge of a broad range of academic and institutional issues related to a major research university environment.
-Experience with fundraising in capital and comprehensive campaigns.
-Knowledge of a broad range of academic and institutional issues related to a major research university environment.
-Experience with fundraising in capital and comprehensive campaigns.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history and culture. UCR gives every student the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview