Senior Director of Development, Global Philanthropy

As the Senior Director of Development, Global Development (Senior Director), you will help build and support Vanderbilt University’s relationship‑building efforts with alumni and parent major gift prospects overseas, specifically focused on Asia and the Middle East, with the objective of increasing philanthropic support of the University. This position will work in a highly collaborative fashion with institutional leaders and other Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) team members, to identify and execute global philanthropy fundraising strategies for the global program.

The role will also oversee the development and execution of a business plan and prospect strategies for their own portfolio.

The Department of Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) assists Vanderbilt University in securing the resources, both human and financial, that are required to achieve its mission and goals. The Department is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individuals and organizations whose charitable objectives are consistent with those of Vanderbilt University’s teaching and research programs. Learn more about our department at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

• Align the philanthropic passions of donors with the university’s mission and aspirations.

• Help provide strategic direction and input to others on the DAR team regarding international gifts.

• This role is multi‑faceted and requires adaptability. This position will work directly with major gift prospects. Other times, play a behind‑the‑scenes role in support of others.

• Responsible for creating, articulating, and securing support for a broad range of institutional priorities.

• Work diligently to understand, embrace, and develop DAR’s unique messaging to proliferate the university’s value proposition.

• Work cooperatively, collegially, professionally, and respectfully with DAR and university colleagues to develop and foster strong working relationships.

• The Senior Director serves as the key strategic partner to the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Development in building and executing the Global Development Program for Vanderbilt.

• Drive forward the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift prospects overseas.

• Outright gifts, pledges, and planned gifts are all part of the Senior Director’s portfolio.

• Secure face‑to‑face meetings with donors and prospects for identification, cultivation, and solicitation, and plan business travel accordingly.

• Help develop an annual business plan identifying key prospects for solicitation in the coming fiscal year. Maintain and update this plan on a regular basis.

• Secure $1.5M+ in philanthropic gifts annually.

• The Senior Director is charged with advancing the comprehensive fundraising program that will drive larger success in securing funds to support key priorities, which could include, but are not limited to – endowed scholarships and chairs, academic program support, research funding, and capital projects.

• Develop solicitation strategies for potential major gift donors globally; make direct solicitations; staff deans, faculty, and volunteers as needed.

• The Senior Director will work in collaboration with other members of DAR, Chancellor, and Provost offices staff to be successful and support university‑wide objectives.

• Collaboration with other schools, colleges, and programs around the most significant fundraising opportunities that support the academic and research mission of Vanderbilt.

• Learning the Vanderbilt mission and being knowledgeable about DAR’s responsibilities to the mission

• Attaining an in‑depth understanding of the development programs and their goals in supporting all schools/units.

• Collaborating with DAR staff to build and maintain best practices in soliciting major and principal gifts.

• Work closely with other development officers, supplying strategic direction and sharing knowledge, when needed.

• Serve as an expert…