Executive Director of Development, University of Cincinnati Cancer Center

Executive Director of Development, University of Cincinnati Cancer Center

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The Executive Director of Development for the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center (UCCC) is an exempt (salaried) position employed by the University of Cincinnati Foundation (UCF) and reports to the Associate Vice President for Development, Academic Health Enterprise.

The Executive Director of Development provides leadership, direction and coordination of fundraising strategies to secure major philanthropic gifts from grateful patients, alumni, friends, volunteers, corporations and foundation. The Executive Director is responsible for planning, implementing and managing fundraising initiatives for all cancer research, education and patient care in the Academic Health Enterprise which includes the UC College of Medicine and UC Health system.

Activities of the Executive Director are coordinated with other UCF fundraising endeavors.

• Work with the Associate Vice President for Development in the preparation of annual plans and the setting of all goals; developing and executing strategies and plans for achieving goal targets.
• Recruit, lead, motivate and manage a team of development professionals; establish objectives, set performance standards and productivity metrics, and evaluate performance; provide appropriate levels of training, mentoring and professional development. Assign and direct projects and oversee day-to-day operations of the team.
• Personally manage a portfolio of major gift prospects ($100,000+); cultivate and solicit major and special gifts by making personal visits within and outside the Cincinnati region in conjunction with the UCF development program.
• Partner strategically with UCCC leadership, faculty, staff, trustees, and Cancer Center colleagues on prioritizing fundraising initiatives and activities.
• Work collaboratively with UCF departments and fundraising specialists (prospect development, gift planning, corporate and foundation relations, and national programs) to enhance fundraising revenue and donor impact.
• Provide guidance and support to volunteers involved with cancer fundraising initiatives and develop strategies to recruit and train new volunteers.
• Ensure appropriate stewardship of gifts and donors, developing and maintaining strong relationships with major donors, stakeholders and partners.
• Complete other special assignments relating to awareness, involvement and support as requested by faculty.
• Prepare timely contact reports and ensure the accuracy of monthly reports.
• Participate fully in the UCF prospect and clearance process.
• Other duties, as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree with 7-10 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, or advanced degree preferred with 5-7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated success in coaching and mentoring team members.
• Record of successful major gift solicitation and closure ($100K level and above).
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact favorably with a diverse group of individuals and to foster strong, productive relationships.
• Understanding of basic scientific principles.
• 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 Academic University of Cincinnati and UC Health.

The anticipated starting salary range for the Executive Director of Development, University of Cincinnati Cancer Center role is $130,000 to $150,000 annually
. When determining 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…