"Assistant Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, Medical Advancement - University Advancement"

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations (CFR), the Assistant Director is part of a team responsible for maximizing philanthropic support from corporations and foundations for the School of Medicine. The Assistant Director will contribute to the identification of potential grants and new funders, successful submission of proposals, and optimal stewardship of funders.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Cultivation and Solicitation

• Contribute to the development and editing of proposals under $100k for corporate and foundation submissions. Work collaboratively with the faculty and other colleagues to ensure submissions are complete and deadlines met.
• Assist with other proposals and solicitation activities as assigned by the Assistant Vice Chancellor.
• Cultivate new or existing relationships with CFR funders.
• Manage the Gifts-in-Kind process for Medical Advancement in coordination with Advancement Services.
• Proactively share funding opportunities and relevant funder information to units within the School of Medicine.

Stewardship

• Collaborate with Director of Engagement to manage a portfolio of 10-15 prospects for stewardship activities.
• Assist team with grant post-award coordination, including reports and any additional stewardship.

Qualification

• In collaboration with University Advancement partners (prospect research and prospect management), this position will research and investigate prospects to profile targeted grantors for suitability for designated University projects, faculty research or new relationship development.

Other Functions

• Participate in and contribute to team strategic planning, personal professional development, and other duties as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with other development officers, faculty, researchers, and WashU staff to further the mission of the CFR team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Travel may be required.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Typically standing or walking

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications

• Understands the complexity of higher education and possesses the sophistication to navigate a complex academic medical environment.
• Familiarity with and appreciation for the mission of University Advancement programs and the activities of the department.
• Desire to play a meaningful role in the university’s community and to share in the community’s commitment to education and research.

This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $49,700 - $58,000.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications:

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Business Relationships, Confidentiality, Corporate Fundraising, Corporate Philanthropy, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Development Writing, Donor Reporting, Donor Stewardship, Event Planning, Fundraising, Grant Proposals, Interpersonal Interactions, Interpersonal Relationships, Microsoft Office, Nonprofit Fundraising, Oral Communications, Organizing, Philanthropic Fundraising, Philanthropy, Project Management, Prospect Research, Receptive to Feedback, Software Program, Written Communication

Grade

G10

Salary Range

$49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.