Senior Director, Foundation Relations - University Advancement

* Engage in qualification, strategy, relationship building, and proposal development for gifts or grants at the $250,000-level and above.* Work with faculty and fundraising colleagues to develop effective fundraising strategies that translate into successful proposals. May include being the primary writer on a grant or gift.* Develop and implement innovative plans for enhancing stewardship of foundation donors. Provide timely reports of grants from foundations that have made philanthropic gifts to the University.* Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the programs and research being conducted by faculty within the schools, departments, and units for which he/she is the staff liaison, including the STEM departments, centers and institutes of the Danforth Campus.* Conduct regular meetings with faculty and academic staff to identify research and programs at the university that align with foundations’ funding interests.* Serve as the department’s liaison to the Internal Selections Committee.* Conduct regular meetings with UA colleagues in the philanthropic strategy vertical whose roles align with liaison responsibilities.* Identify, secure, and attend meetings for leadership and faculty with foundation staff. Host campus visits by foundation representatives. Attend professional Corporate and Foundation Relations conferences.* With the Assistant Director, oversee annual benchmarking of peer institutions’ funding from foundations.* Responsibly document all work with prospects and funders into the constituent relationship management tracking system in a timely manner in accordance with the policies and procedures of University Advancement.* Provide other duties as assigned* Flexibility and ability to work outside of the normal workday/office hours including evenings and weekends.* Normal office environment.* Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations.* Experience in foundation relations or in development work that includes significant work with foundations and funding organizations.* Direct experience and personal interaction with foundation officers in the exploratory, cultivation and solicitation stages.* Demonstrated success in playing a lead or highly active role in securing significant grants from foundations, including at the six- and seven-figure level.* Academic experience or degree in STEM field.* Experience and success in foundation and/or corporate relations fundraising for higher education.* Facility in relaying detailed instructions and providing feedback.* Understanding of, appreciation for, and ability to successfully navigate a complex academic environment.* 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%.* 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.Yes. Due to the unique needs of each search, the selection process may occur at different paces for open positions. Individuals are encouraged to apply to all open positions of interest for which they meet the Required Qualifications.Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care.WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems.We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.**Useful Links****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.**Regulatory Postings**Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster(; ) #J-18808-Ljbffr