Executive Director of Medical Advancement

Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary The Executive Director of Medical Advancement reports to the Vice Chancellor for Medical Advancement and is responsible for providing strategic fundraising leadership and direction to the faculty and the advancement professionals in neurosciences at the Washington University School of Medicine. WashU Medicine is home to the nation's Department of Neurology and is in Alzheimer's Disease research funding. The Executive Director will serve on the Medical Advancement Senior Leadership Team, will manage a team of frontline fundraisers, and will have frontline fundraising goals and responsibilities. Job Description Traveling will be required for this position. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Carry a personal portfolio and develop innovative strategies for personally cultivating and soliciting new prospects, as well as existing donors, in the near-term and position assigned disease areas and departments for the long-term. Serve as a strategic partner to the Vice Chancellor to provide leadership in the planning, preparation, and execution of a comprehensive plan for increasing support from a diverse donor base to support assigned areas. Assist assigned Department Chairs and other faculty leaders in prioritizing their funding needs and in developing appropriate fundraising strategies to meet those needs. Set appropriate metrics and manage and mentor a staff, including multiple Sr. Directors of Advancement and administrative support staff. Serve as strategic thought partner with Associate Vice Chancellor, Medical Advancement to enhance the grateful patient program in coordination with key University Advancement and School of Medicine stakeholders. Perform other duties as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in business, public administration, nonprofit administration, or similar field. Significant work experience in a matrixed academic medical center setting. Eight years of major gift campaign experience within a medical advancement setting with a track record of successful major gift solicitation and knowledge of larger gift vehicles such as planned giving. Powerful management skills, both strategic and operational, making for a productive and effective department - one where staff are committed to the organization, and feel ownership and pride in their work, and where openness and communication are mutually valued Deep appreciation for and an ability to successfully articulate the mission and aspirations of the Washington University School of Medicine. Desire to play a meaningful role in the University's community and to share in the community's commitment to research and education. Demonstrated ability to design and implement effective cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies for individual giving. Ability to work successfully with administration, faculty, and volunteers as appropriate to secure gifts for the assigned disease areas and Departments. Desire and ambition to work in an organization that is evolving at an accelerated pace. Ability to listen carefully, learn quickly and work effectively in a complex organization. Superior communication skills; the ability to speak credibly about higher education and the aspirations of the School of Medicine; clarity, crispness and effectiveness in written and oral presentation. Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with high net worth individuals. Knowledge of HIPAA and its requirements for development activities; discretion and confidentially for donor and prospect information. Desire and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across development offices. Honesty, integrity, enthusiasm and perspective; a very strong work ethic, supported by commitment and follow through. Good sense of humor a plus. Competence with general office software including Microsoft Office and with web-based development tools. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Minimum of eight years of related experience. Grade G00 Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. 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 Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at to view a summary of benefits. EEO/AA 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. 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