Senior Director of Development & Philanthropic Strategy

This position provides strategic leadership for a comprehensive development program driving transformational philanthropic support aligned with long-term priorities. Leads multi-year fundraising strategy and personally advances major and principal gifts. Serves as a key advisor to leadership, drives cross-institutional alignment, and cultivates high-level donor relationships while elevating visibility and building a high-performing development function positioned for sustained growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead the cultivation, solicitation, and closing of transformational gifts in support of the center's research, innovation, and community impact priorities Build, manage, and advance a strategic portfolio of high-capacity donors, executing complex gift strategies aligned with institutional goals Engage ultra-high-net-worth individuals and institutional funders to secure significant philanthropic investment in brain health initiatives Design and lead integrated fundraising strategies across major gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, and donor engagement initiatives Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on philanthropic priorities, opportunities, and growth strategies Drive collaboration across academic, research, and advancement stakeholders to ensure a unified and effective development approach. Cultivate and steward relationships with key donors, board members, and community leaders to expand engagement and giving Represent the center as a senior ambassador to elevate visibility, strengthen reputation, and advance philanthropic partnerships Leverage strategic networks and partnerships to expand funding opportunities and advance mission impact Define and advance a comprehensive philanthropic vision, translating strategy into measurable goals and outcomes supporting long-term growth Provide enterprise-level leadership to elevate the role of philanthropy in advancing the center’s mission Leverage data, reporting, and CRM insights to inform decision-making and optimize fundraising performance Ensure strong stewardship, financial accountability, and compliance for all philanthropic revenue Lead and develop a high-performing development team, fostering accountability, innovation, and results-driven performance #J-18808-Ljbffr Center for Brain Health