Associate Director for Philanthropy - UW Medicine Advancement

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

7d•$85,008 - $93,000

About The Position

UW Medicine Advancement is hiring an Associate Director for Philanthropy to serve as a strategic front-line fundraiser supporting research, patient care, and education across UW Medicine. Reporting to the Senior Director for Philanthropy, this position builds relationships with donors, faculty leaders, and volunteers and secures philanthropic support for the Cancer Vaccine Institute, the Department of Dermatology, the Department of Urology, and the Division of Simulation Science. The position manages a major gift portfolio with annual activity expectations of 75–125 substantive donor contacts, 25 major gift qualifications, and 4–10 major gift solicitations, resulting in approximately $500,000 to $1 million raised annually. The fundraiser develops cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies; prepares proposals, endowment agreements, and donor materials; tracks activity in the University’s prospect management system; and collaborates with faculty, academic and hospital leaders, volunteers, and Advancement colleagues. The role also analyzes fundraising and gift data, develops knowledge of UW Medicine priorities, and ensures patient-related fundraising complies with HIPAA and other applicable policies. Work is primarily in a shared office with standard office noise and activity, including calls, meetings, and in-person collaboration. Frequent local and regional travel, some national travel, and regular evening and weekend meetings and events are required. Regular, reliable transportation for local travel is expected. This is a regular, 100% FTE position on first shift. The annual pay range is $85,008–$93,000. UW offers benefits, professional growth opportunities, and an inclusive work environment; benefit details are available through the University of Washington benefits website.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field; equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications where legally permitted.
Four or more years of increasingly responsible experience in institutional advancement, preferably including cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding leadership gifts.
Experience with face-to-face cultivation and solicitation activities.
Strong written communication skills and ability to distill complex scientific or medical information into clear, compelling donor-facing materials.
Strong interpersonal, customer service, judgment, and decision-making skills.
Ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, and ability to learn UW donor CRM and other proprietary systems.
Regular, reliable transportation for local travel and willingness to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

Major gift officer experience in a healthcare, medical research, and/or higher education setting.

Responsibilities

Build and manage a major gift portfolio, with annual expectations of 75–125 substantive donor contacts, 25 major gift qualifications, and 4–10 major gift solicitations resulting in approximately $500,000 to $1 million raised annually.
Develop and execute strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for prospects and donors.
Prepare proposals, endowment agreements, and related donor materials, and maintain accurate activity tracking in the University’s prospect management system.
Partner with faculty, academic and hospital leaders, volunteers, and Advancement colleagues, including Pipeline and Planned Giving, to identify prospects, shape funding opportunities, and provide a high-quality donor experience aligned with institutional priorities.
Contribute to annual operating plans and fundraising strategy by analyzing portfolio, pipeline, engagement, and gift data to forecast results, inform adjustments, and track progress toward annual goals.
Develop working knowledge of UW Medicine’s research, patient care, and education priorities.
Ensure fundraising activities involving patients comply with HIPAA and other applicable policies.
Pursue ongoing professional development, complete annual self-assessment and related performance requirements, and support additional Advancement priorities as assigned.