Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

WashU seeks a strategy and operations professional for the position of Director of Strategic Initiatives for the neurosciences medical advancement team. University Advancement strives to advance the mission of WashU Medicine by creating a culture of philanthropy among grateful patients, faculty, staff and members of the community.

The Director of Strategic Initiatives is a pivotal leadership position that is responsible for partnering with the Executive Director of neurosciences medical advancement and their team to develop, manage and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns the mission and objectives for their assigned departments such as neurology, psychiatry, neurosurgery, anesthesiology, and neuroscience (basic research). The Director is a strategy thought partner that leads cross-functional teams, plans and executes high-impact project management and operations, leverages data-driven insights and enhances organizational performance while driving continuous improvement. They foster meaningful relationships and connections with WashU Medicine, Medical Advancement and University Advancement through providing strategic support for faculty engagement and donor/prospect related activities including but not limited to: stakeholder communications, meeting facilitation and briefings, written communications (internal and external), data management, event planning and portfolio management.

This role requires exceptional leadership abilities, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of fundraising practices and trends or a related field. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in strategy development and implementation, project management as well as the ability to engage and mobilize stakeholders towards achieving fundraising goals.

Job Description

• Serve as subject matter expert (SME), strategy thought partner and project manager for the Executive Director’s portfolio of prospect/donor strategy, solicitations and team management in their assigned area. Implement annual operational plans (Chair/Center leader calendar, events calendar, communications calendar, OKR’s, etc.). Navigate and manage the development of donor communications, proposals, gift agreements and donor expectations with cross-functional teams. Partner as needed with strategic engagement team for donor stewardship related activities. Inform staffing and performance management.
• Actively seek, develop, and be able to articulate detailed knowledge about Department/Division/Center priorities in alignment with those of WashU School of Medicine. Maintain and manage Department, Division, and Center fundraising initiatives and gift tables. Oversee and manage reporting on all grateful patient-focused metrics, including faculty referrals, patient prospects at various stages of pre-qualifications, and other metrics as assigned. In concert with gift officer(s), develop Department, Division, and Center goals annually and broadly for the campaign. Maintain the list and strategies of top Department, Division, and Center prospects.
• Support assigned team with briefings and staffing leadership for meetings and events (local and away). Serve as key partner to assigned team in material assembly and meeting preparations for Chair, Division Chiefs, Center Directors, and other key faculty partner external-related activity. Manage development and distribution of all Department, Division, and/or Center newsletter and broadcast communications.
• Manage and coordinate all logistics of Department, Division, or Center -initiated events, as appropriate and in alignment with advancement of our mission, including but not limited to salons (local & away), St. Louis sporting events, donor-funded lectureships, and other cultivation related events. Implement and support on-campus donor/prospect visits.
• Manage all Department, Division, or Center-specific committees. For National Council, lead procurement and packaging of any material needed from assigned area. Manage recruitment/watch list for key engagement volunteer opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Normal office environment.
• Typically sitting at a desk or table.
• Travel as required to assist with both on-campus and off-campus events.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices.
• Strong commitment to ethical fundraising practices and a comprehensive understanding of relevant laws and regulations.

This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $84,200 - $115,000 .

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications:

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Strategy And Operations In Development (4 Years)

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Business Relationship Building, Confidentiality, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Data-Driven Decision Making, Fundraising, Fundraising Software, Fundraising Strategies, High-Integrity, Interpersonal Communication, Listening Effectively, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Professional Integrity, Project Leadership, Relationship Building, Strategic Thinking, Strategy Implementation, Tactful, Work Collaboratively, Written Communication

Grade

G15

Salary Range

$84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.