Senior Associate Director of Development, Major Gifts, MCD

$117,244 - $161,318/Yr

Stanford University - Stanford, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Stanford, CA

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Associate Director of Development for Major Gifts at Stanford Medicine is a key fundraising role responsible for developing and executing strategic fundraising plans to secure major and principal gifts. This position involves building and managing relationships with high-net-worth individuals and collaborating with faculty and academic leaders to support transformative initiatives in research, patient care, and education. The role requires a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic fundraising plans for assigned objectives and execute development activities.
• Interact regularly with faculty to understand their programs and funding needs.
• Partner with academic leaders to develop proposals for transformative gifts.
• Manage approximately 75-100 philanthropic relationships with a focus on engagement and stewardship.
• Collaborate with colleagues on fundraising activities across various teams within Medical Center Development.
• Stay informed on university initiatives and contribute to Stanford Medicine's overall priorities.
• Promote and support an environment of diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 8 years of relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Proven ability to achieve fundraising goals and work effectively with faculty and high-net-worth individuals.
• Strong sense of urgency in gift discussions and adaptability to philanthropic opportunities.
• Commitment to a collaborative culture with patience and flexibility.
• Excellent writing, communication, and listening skills.
• Proven skills in managing competing priorities and complex issues.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a higher education fundraising environment.
• Familiarity with Stanford University and its initiatives.

Benefits

• Career development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs
• Child-care resources
• Access to exercise facilities
• Commuter programs and ridesharing incentives
• Discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, and entertainment.