Question 1

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Director, Cancer Initiatives role?

Accepted Answer

To succeed, candidates need a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, minimum 3 years in program management, administration, or operations (5+ preferred), and experience managing complex projects with competing deadlines. Team management is desired but not required. Key skills include exceptional written and verbal communication , superior organization, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel, Word , and donor databases like Stanford’s CARD. Explore academic CV tips for your application.

Question 2

What are the main responsibilities in this Cancer Initiatives position?

Accepted Answer

Responsibilities split into Management & Team (45%) : Manage 3 development coordinators and 1 officer, mentor staff, create strategic plans, and implement policies. Program Management (55%) : Project management (30%) for donor/faculty meetings, prospect research, portfolio analysis; Writing collateral (15%) like briefs and proposals; Reporting/analytics (10%) using Stanford databases. Ideal for collaborative, fast-paced environments. See administration jobs for similar roles.

Question 3

What is the work schedule and location for this Stanford job?

Accepted Answer

Primary location is Redwood City, CA with a hybrid schedule requiring at least 2 days per week on-site. Occasional event staffing may involve evenings and weekends. This supports work-life balance in a dynamic fundraising team at Stanford’s Medical Center Development (MCD). Check hybrid higher ed jobs for comparisons.

Question 4

How do I apply for the Assistant Director, Cancer Initiatives position?

Accepted Answer

Submit a cover letter and resume via the application portal before the expiration date of 2026-04-05 . Highlight your program management experience and fit for a collaborative fundraising team. Tailor to emphasize skills in donor relations and analytics. Resources like our free cover letter template can help strengthen your submission.

Question 5

What salary and benefits can I expect in this role?

Accepted Answer

The expected pay range is $120,038 - $153,486 per annum . As a Stanford staff position in Development and Fundraising , benefits likely include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Review university salaries for context on competitive compensation in higher ed administration.

Question 6

Is experience in academic development or fundraising necessary?

Accepted Answer

Desired but not required: Understanding of development and alumni enterprise in academia, especially major gifts. The role supports Cancer Initiatives gift officers, managing infrastructure partners for fundraising success. Early-career growth via mentoring is emphasized. Browse higher ed admin jobs for entry points.

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