Posted in Education 13 days ago.
Position Title: Assistant Dean of Advancement, Kogod School of Business
Reports to: Assistant Vice President of Advancement
Position: Full-Time, On-site, Exempt
Location: Washington, D.C.; Maryland; Virginia
Salary: $180,000 - $185,000 annually
The Role
Working in and reporting to the University Office of Advancement and Alumni Relations, the Assistant Dean of Advancement for the Kogod School of Business (KSB) is the chief fundraiser for KSB at American University. The Assistant Dean of Advancement works on behalf of the Dean of the Kogod School of Business, shaping and executing plans for fundraising to meet the financial needs of the Deans academic priorities for the School. The Assistant Dean of Advancmentt focuses on major and principal gift fundraising for KSB and participates in the Deans senior management team to understand fully and discuss implications of academic programs for development. The Assistant Dean of Advancement plans implements, and oversees the major gift fundraising program for KSB with an emphasis on gifts of $100,000 to $1,000,000+.
The Assistant Dean of Advancement serves as a key member of the Deans management team and as an ambassador of KSB. The Assistant Dean participates in the development of publications for KSB and other programs and special events by the Dean. The Assistant Dean supervises the activities of one additional fundraiser (Director of Development) and a Development Coordinator who works in a collaborative, team atmosphere in support of donor cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, alumni programming, and special events. In coordination with the Dean, the Assistant Dean of Advancement supports the KSB Deans Advisory Council including strategic recruitment of members. The Assistant Dean and KSB Development team strive to maximize the Councils effectiveness, working closely with the Deans office to establish agendas and programs for meetings and communications.
As a specific component of the Assistant Dean of Advancments responsibilities, the Assistant Dean works with the Dean of KSB in donor/constituent-specific development strategies, secures dates and plans for the Deans development activities, including local and regional constituency events, travel for cultivation and solicitation, correspondence and regular contact with donors.
The Assistant Dean of Advancement operates under the Universitys prospect management system with the expectations of achieving the metrics below through demonstration of a high degree of professionalism, discretion, and refined written and oral communication.
As needed, the Assistant Dean updates and coordinates with the Director of Development, Annual Giving to ensure that the messages and priorities are consistent for the mail and phone programs; coordinates with directors in other areas on mutual interest prospects and programs.
Organizational Characteristics
The Assistant Dean of Advancement, Kogod School of Business, reports to the Assistant Vice President of Advancement with a collaborative dotted line to the Dean of the Kogod School of Business.
Responsibilities
Major Gifts Portfolio Management (40%):
Fundraising Strategy Development for Kogod School of Business Dean (30%):
Management of Kogod School of Business Development Team (20%):
Collaboration with AUs Annual Giving Team (5%):
Non-Essential Functions (5%):
Work Environment
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Benefits
American University offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.
American University has retained the services of Charity Search Group to coordinate the search for this position. To apply, please complete this online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Pascale Hughes at pascale@charitysearchgroup.comor visit www.charitysearchgroup.com.
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