Job Description
The Office of Minority Affairs & Diversity (OMA&D) has an exciting opening for an Associate Director for Advancement. This is a full-time permanent position.
The Associate Director for Advancement serves as a key frontline fundraiser responsible for identifying, qualifying, soliciting and stewarding major gift prospects in support of OMA&D. As a member of the broader advancement team for Academic and Student Affairs, the Associate Director will develop and execute discovery, engagement and solicitation strategies in coordination with advancement efforts across Academic and Student Affairs units. This role will work independently, managing a robust portfolio of major gift prospects and donor relationships, while collaborating across OMA&D and University Advancement to design and execute strategies that align donor interests with institutional priorities.
What You Will Do
Frontline Fundraising & Portfolio Management (70%)
- Manage a portfolio of 75+ major gift prospects, with a focus on those ready to be solicited within 12–18 months.
- Conduct outreach and engagement activities including substantive donor conversations, gift qualifications and solicitations aligned with OMA&D priorities and initiatives.
- Develop and execute donor engagement and solicitation strategies aligned with established best practices, budgets and performance metrics.
- Drive fundraising initiatives tied to marquee events, including the successful solicitation and closure of direct gifts. Prepare proposals, briefing materials and stewardship plans to advance major gifts of $100,000 and above.
- Communicate clearly about program impact and outcomes to advance donor engagement and strengthen relationships.
- Maintain accurate and timely records in University Advancement’s database and meet established fundraising goals.
Relationship Management & Engagement (20%)
- Represent OMA&D's mission and the University's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion to donors and partners.
- Partner with colleagues to design and execute inclusive engagement and stewardship strategies that demonstrate program impact.
- Coordinate donor engagement and attendance at OMA&D events, including the Celebration Gala.
- Prepare briefings and strategy materials to support unit leadership and volunteers in donor engagement.
- Build and maintain relationships with advisory boards, councils and affinity groups to deepen engagement and expand the donor base.
Strategy, Operations & Collaboration (10%)
- Partner with the Director for Advancement to set annual goals and fundraising strategies.
- Track progress toward goals and contribute to reporting.
- Stay informed about OMA&D initiatives and ensure work aligns with university policy and fundraising best practices.
- Participate in team meetings, trainings and collaborations across university departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, your application must demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification and/or registration.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager.
Bachelor's degree AND four years of experience in development, advancement, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in higher education advancement or major gift fundraising, particularly with experience in donor qualification and engagement processes.
- Experience securing six-figure gifts.
- Familiarity with advancement databases and CRM systems.
- Experience managing budgets and tracking performance metrics.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to build strong relationships.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and autonomously.
- Ability to engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives; demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion and access.
- Experience working within a large, decentralized organization (higher education or otherwise).
- Familiarity with or connection to the University of Washington, its alumni and donor community, or OMA&D's mission and the communities it serves.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
What You Can Expect
- Ability to work in person, onsite at the UW Seattle campus with some flexibility.
- Workload and times may vary, including occasional evenings or weekends.
- Access to reliable transportation for local travel and willingness to travel when necessary.
- Frequent local travel expected.
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Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$99,240.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum:
$103,008.00 annual
Other Compensation:
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Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not Applicable
