Senior Director for Family Engagement, Philanthropy and Student Life - University of Oregon

Another Source is proud to partner with the University of Oregon as they look to grow their parent and family philanthropy program in its next phase of growth!

We're searching for a Senior Director for Family Engagement, Philanthropy and Student Life to build on an established foundation, strengthen donor relationships, and expand philanthropic support across the university.

A few highlights of this opportunity:

• Lead and grow UO's parent and family philanthropy program, expanding engagement and major gift opportunities.
• Manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors while helping strengthen the broader parent giving pipeline.
• Collaborate with university leadership and campus partners to advance philanthropic priorities and enhance the student experience.

Location:

Portland or Eugene, OR | Hybrid Salary: $128,000–$142,000

Another Source's client,
University of Oregon
, is recruiting a Senior Director for Family Engagement, Philanthropy and Student Life to join their University Advancement team. This position can be based in either Portland or Eugene, Oregon, and offers a flexible, hybrid work arrangement, with travel up to 50% of the time.

Here's a little about the University of Oregon:

The University of Oregon is one of the nation's leading public research universities, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and student success. Located in Eugene with a growing presence in Portland and throughout the West Coast, the university brings together world-class faculty, dedicated alumni, and passionate supporters to create meaningful impact through teaching, research, and public service.

University Advancement plays a vital role in advancing the university's mission by connecting alumni, parents, and friends with opportunities to invest in the future of Oregon. Through strategic philanthropy and relationship-building, the division supports transformative initiatives that expand access to education, fuel groundbreaking research, and strengthen the university's impact around the world.

Learn more about University Advancement: https://advancement.uoregon.edu/

About this role:

The Senior Director for Family Engagement, Philanthropy and Student Life is responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising and engagement strategy to increase philanthropic support from University of Oregon parents and families while supporting the Division of Student Life's strategic priorities.

As the chief parent and family philanthropy strategist, you will lead the university's efforts to cultivate, solicit, and steward high-net-worth parents while fostering a culture of giving and engagement. You'll partner across development and with campus partners, including Enrollment Management, Student Life, and University Communications, to connect supporters and advocates to philanthropic opportunities and other ways to engage in the life of the university.

This role coordinates major gift fundraising, annual giving, parent volunteer programs, and engagement efforts for the parent and family donor community. You will manage an active portfolio of top parent donors, predominantly those with the capacity to give at the major gift level and above ($100,000+), while building new networks of volunteers and supporters.

The Senior Director also provides strategic oversight for the Family Advancement Council and Student Life fundraising initiatives, serving as a strategic advisor to the Office of the Vice President for Student Life on fundraising strategies, donor engagement, and stewardship opportunities.

Learn more about Parent and Family Engagement:https://giving.uoregon.edu/parent-and-family-engagement

Your Contribution Will Likely Include

Parent Engagement and Philanthropy Program Management (45%)

• Lead and oversee the Parent and Family Philanthropy team, designing and executing a comprehensive development plan to increase philanthropic support from high-net-worth parents and families.

• Serve as the chief strategist for parent and family giving, ensuring alignment with UO's fundraising priorities and institutional goals.

• Collaborate with frontline fundraising staff, prospect research, donor relations, engagement, and annual philanthropy teams to develop solicitation priorities, measures of success, and strategies for parent prospects at various giving levels.

• Partner with Annual Giving and Advancement Communications to create targeted solicitation strategies for parent donors.

• Oversee the Family…