Executive Director of National Development job at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH

Title: Executive Director of National Development Location: Cleveland, United States Job ID: 14488 Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular) Salary Range: $107,645 - $145,321 (depending on qualifications, experience, etc.) Benefits: Comprehensive package including healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and winter recess. Position Objective The executive director of national development will work collaboratively with the vice president for university relations and development to provide leadership in implementing programs designed to increase philanthropic support for Case Western Reserve University. This position is responsible for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major and leadership gifts and specialty programs (athletics, women's philanthropy, parents, entrepreneurship). The incumbent raises major and leadership gifts ($100,000 to $1,000,000) and provides strategic oversight and management of the university's major and leadership giving program. The position requires direct face-to-face cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, with the expectation that travel off campus will be frequent. The executive director supervises a team of national development, presidential and university programs, specialty, and donor engagement officers. As part of the university development team, the incumbent will work collegially, in partnership, with central and school-based colleagues. Essential Functions Develop and manage portfolio of high potential major and leadership giving prospects with giving potential in the range of $100,000 to $1,000,000. Develop and implement strategic cultivation, solicitation and/or engagement strategies for each prospect to maximize major and leadership gifts to the university. (50%) Work in collaboration with the vice president for university relations and development to implement the university's major and leadership giving strategy aimed to maximize the lifetime engagement and philanthropic support of CWRU's most affluent donors and families. Supervise a team of national development and discovery gift officers. Develop the national development and discovery strategic plan and work closely with the senior director of leadership engagement, develop a strategic travel schedule for the President. (30%) Work in collaboration with the vice president for university relations and development to manage CWRU's stewardship programs for leadership gift donors. Develop prioritized stewardship plans for CWRU's top leadership donors. (10%) Work in collaboration with the vice president for university relations and development to manage specialty major gifts fundraising programs such as athletics, women's philanthropy, parents, and entrepreneurship. (10%) Nonessential Functions Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned. ( Contacts Department: Daily contact with the vice president, senior directors, directors and other department and university relations and development staff as required to perform essential functions. University: Daily contact with the president's office, vice presidents, deans, trustees, alumni, directors of administrative departments, faculty and staff as required. External: Contact with trustees, alumni, donors, friends of the university, vendors and volunteers as required. Students: Contact with students as required. Supervisory Responsibility Supervise a team of national development, presidential and university programs, and donor engagement officers and support staff with additional growth over the next three years. Qualifications Experience: 10 or more years of progressive professional experience in higher education administration, external relations, development, or related fields and a successful track record of closing six- and seven-figure major and leadership gifts. Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. Required Skills Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all levels of staff, volunteers, board members, donors, and prospective donors. Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors at the major and leadership gifts level. Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face. Demonstrated success implementing successful projects or initiatives with clear goals and objectives. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Effective presentation skills. Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest. Demonstrated ability in organizing and managing volunteer organizations. Knowledge of the issues and opportunities facing higher education. Ability to deal with issues and cultures throughout the nation and beyond. Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn new programs. Ability to meet consistent attendance. Willingness to learn and work with artificial intelligence (AI) tools and technologies. Working Conditions General office environment, occasional nights, and weekend hours. Regular travel required. Hybrid Eligibility Position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form. EEO Statement Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Remote