Senior Director of Philanthropy
- Employer
- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Closing date
- Jun 14, 2021
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Alumni Affairs, Annual Fund, Capital Campaigns, Corporate and Foundation Relations, Direct Marketing, Donor Relations, Fundraising Administration, Grant Seeking, Major Gifts, Membership, Planned Giving, Prospect Research, Other Fundraising, Special Events, Programs, Program Administration and Management
- Fields
- For-Profit Companies
- Employment Type
- Full Time
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
Reporting to the Chief Philanthropy Officer, the Senior Director of
Philanthropy is responsible for oversight of the major gifts
program ($25,000 or more) including the strategic coordination of
all efforts designed to maximize gifts at these levels.
Additionally, this position is responsible for oversight of the
Corporate and Foundations team, Gift Planning and
Stewardship/Research. This position serves as a member of the San
Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA) Philanthropy Leadership
team.
- Leads and coaches the Philanthropy Team, including but not
limited to, interviewing, hiring, training, performance management
and assignment of work
- Oversees complimentary programs including Stewardship, Prospect
Research, Gift Planning and Corporate and Foundation
Grants
- Personally manage a small portfolio of high-level donors and
prospects
- Develop and execute annual and multi-year plans for growing the
major gifts program
- Manages and maintains major gifts activity tracking and
pipeline
- Manage short term and long term goal setting and provide end to
end oversight on all Philanthropy opportunities and
activities
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is seeking an individual who is
inspired to be a part of an organization that is committed to
protecting wildlife around the globe. A leader to join us in our
commitment to provide opportunities to learn about, engage with
best-in-class conservation work, and share how that work is
changing outcomes for wildlife every day through visits to the San
Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
- Minimum eight (8) years or related professional experience in a
fundraising/development unit or department within a complex
non-profit organization
- Seven (7) years or more of experience managing a fundraising
team
- Experience working within a complex academic environment, such
as a large state university with multiple colleges, campuses, and
programs
- Bachelor's Degree in related field required
- Advanced degree in related field preferred
- Expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in the areas of
major gifts, planned gifts, and corporate and foundation
relations
- Impressive record of successful fundraising in a complex
organization or university system, including track record of
successfully securing gifts of $100K or more
- Demonstrated success managing a fundraising unit within a
campaign
- Evidence of the ability to plan and execute a fundraising plan
from conception to realization
- Deep appreciation and understanding of an enterprise and the
ability to articulate institutional values internally and
externally
- Understanding of proposal development and writing, fundraising
principles and techniques; project management skills; and relevant
event planning
- Demonstrated success in proposal writing and
submission
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to
establish and maintain internal and external
relationships
- Proven experience motivating and managing individuals and teams
for maximum performance
- Proven ability to support employee inclusion and professional
development
- Must have, or be able to obtain, a valid driver’s license at
time of hire. Evening and weekend work required
IMPORTANT DETAILS
- Location: San Diego Zoo
- Duration: Year round
- Exempt position: Salary commensurate with experience (range $150,000 - $200,000)
- Candidates must be available for an interview if contacted. Full job description will be provided upon request.
Apply directly:
https://us59.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/sdzwa/Posting/View/3545
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