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New York, New York
Remotely based within the US,
East Lansing, Michigan
Posted: 14-Mar-24
Location: Seattle, Washington
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Assistant Vice President, Planned Giving
University of Washington
Bryant Group continues our partnership with University of Washington to recruit an Assistant Vice President, Planned Giving.
The Opportunities
The University of Washington is seeking a collaborative, entrepreneurial development professional for a role with UW University Advancement – an Assistant Vice President, Planned Giving.
The Assistant Vice President will serve as a key development and administrative leader for University Advancement, overseeing and ensuring the success of the Office of Planned Giving. In alignment with the values and goals of University Advancement, the AVP will develop, oversee and evaluate a comprehensive planned giving program for UW, based on consultations with UA leadership, UW colleagues, volunteers and other advancement staff. The Assistant Vice President will serve as the University’s lead planned gift strategist and prioritize the effort to increase the pipeline for planned gifts as well as the ongoing opportunities to evolve this work, fundraising strategies and tools.
Essential Functions Include (but are not limited to):
- Provides leadership to and manages the Planned Giving team. Create and manage the goals, annual plans and budget of the Planned Giving Office and ensure appropriate alignment with units’ yearly plans.
- Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward planned giving prospective donors for major outright and planned gifts to support university priorities. Think broadly and creatively about strategies to engage and cultivate a defined group of planned gift prospective donors to secure planned gifts to meet university priorities.
- Develop, implement, manage and evaluate processes central to the Planned Giving program, while working collaboratively with the VP for Development, deans, other organizational leaders and campus partners. Identify and create university-wide strategies, including but not limited to staff training programs, data analytics and marketing campaigns for Planned Giving.
- Conduct regular meetings with senior fundraisers and their supervisors to review and revise individual prospect plans and/or strategies and track stewardship plans for planned prospective donors. Prepare written proposals, informational materials, endowment agreements, gift illustrations and other materials needed to secure planned gifts.
Position Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree and 10 years of progressive experience in institutional development/advancement.
- Experience cultivating and soliciting top institutional prospective donors, building and sustaining internal and external relationships and managing and building a team.
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and creating a safe, welcoming, inclusive work environment where creativity is encouraged and collaboration is expected.
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
About the University of Washington
Since its founding in 1861, the University of Washington has been a hub for learning, innovation, problem solving and community building. Driven by a mission to serve the greater good, UW students, faculty and staff tackle today’s most pressing challenges with courage and creativity, making a difference across Washington state — and around the world.
Location
Seattle is a city of possibilities. And for UW, it’s a classroom and partner. As one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities, Seattle's success is interwoven with the University of Washington. Thousands of UW alumni and adopted Huskies have developed the business, industrial and creative legacy of the Puget Sound region. Home to Amazon, REI, Microsoft, Boeing, Costco and Starbucks, the Seattle area offers a vibrant, innovative and fast-paced environment.
Application Procedure
To be considered for the Assistant Vice President, Planned Giving opportunity at the University of Washington, please submit your letter of interest and qualifications for this position in confidence to:
Katie Riecke,
Talent Associate, BRYANT GROUP
kriecke@bryantgrp.com
Priority will be given to candidate materials received by March 29, 2024.
Notice of Nondiscrimination
The University of Washington reaffirms its policy of equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, marital status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability or status as a protected veteran. This policy applies to all programs and facilities, including, but not limited to, admissions, educational programs, employment and patient and hospital services.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for these positions will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
The base salary range for the Assistant Vice President, Planned Giving will be $210,000 to $250,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
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