Associate Director Development - Corporate & Foundation Relations
About The Position
At Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, we take pride in being a place where people come together to create opportunities that make a lasting impact. We're seeking a passionate and relationship-driven Associate Director of Development to join our Advancement team. In this role, you'll design and implement innovative strategies to identify, cultivate, and engage alumni, corporations, foundations, and friends of the university. Through meaningful, donor-centered connections-both locally and nationally-you'll help secure the philanthropic support that advances DMU's mission and fuels its future growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of three years related experience (i.e. sales, marketing, fund raising, or comparable experience) required.
- Raisers Edge knowledge preferred.
- Experience in a university or major college setting or the fundraising arena is preferred.
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to travel local & nationally 20 percent of time as required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and carry out all functions of building a corporation and foundation gifting program and fund raise for priority initiatives at Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences.
- Research, identify, qualify and evaluate potential major gift contributors through examination of past records, individual and corporate contacts, and knowledge of communities. Maintain historical records of all interactions in Raisers Edge.
- Utilize DMU leadership and volunteers, as appropriate, to assist in cultivating partnerships with key stakeholders and community partners to increase philanthropic support of the university from greater Des Moines community.
- Collaborate with campus partners in order to solicit corporations and foundations for funding.
- Research grant opportunities, write grants and submit grants on behalf of DMU
- Utilize Cayuse so that campus partners are aware of funding asks to corporations & foundations.
- Responsible for DMU's annual Glanton Event including, but not limited to, identifying the location & date, securing contracts, planning the event, soliciting sponsorships, recognizing donors, partnering with University Marketing on all materials including direct mail, email & any print materials needed, securing lead donors, designing the program, executing the event & securing at least $300,000 annually in support of the Glanton Fund.
- Assist the President, Vice President of University Advancement, and collegiate deans as appropriate in their development & fundraising responsibilities.
- Travel, both local & national, in order to meet with prospective donors and friends of Des Moines University.
Benefits
- Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well!
- Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment.
- Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle.
- Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.
- DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
