University of California, Berkeley
Development Director (0462U), Othering & Belonging Institute - #80138
University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
Development Director (0462U), Othering & Belonging Institute
The University of California, Berkeley is dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff. The Othering and Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley brings together researchers, stakeholders, policymakers, and communicators to identify and challenge the barriers to an inclusive, just, and sustainable society and to create transformative change. Responsibilities Lead and execute the Institute's fundraising strategy, with a particular focus on foundations and institutional partnerships. Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aimed at supporting the $10M annual operating budget. Expand relationships with foundations and institutional partners to secure long-term, sustainable funding with a particular focus on unrestricted funding. Lead the entire moves management process, from identifying prospects to cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding institutional partners and funders. Coordinate and/or lead the writing, development, and submission of proposals to foundations, institutions, and major donors. Develop and manage fundraising materials, including funder briefings, meeting agendas, slide decks, and tailored correspondence. Lead sponsorship efforts for the Institute's flagship biannual conference and other events, identifying prospects and managing sponsor relationships. Maintain or enhance the donor management system, adapting it to fit the Institute’s evolving needs. Required Qualifications Minimum 10 years in fundraising, with a focus on foundations and institutional partnerships, including grant writing and management. Demonstrated track record of raising significant funds from foundations, corporations, individuals, and other institutional sources, contributing to a $10M operating budget. Strong knowledge of, or the quick ability to develop this knowledge, in order to clearly and consistently articulate the Institute’s mission, vision, and its core areas of research and programming, and belonging and bridging frameworks. Demonstrated experience in leading moves management processes, including managing funder portfolios and relationships through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Proven ability to cultivate and sustain long-term relationships with institutional partners, sponsors, and prospects. Experience with and interest in organizational strategy and direction setting with proven ability to build and strengthen organizational capacity for fundraising by working across departments to align efforts and resources. Demonstrated ability working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities, with the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and pivot strategies as needed. Experience with relationship management systems or the ability to modify existing systems, with expertise in organizing donor data and tracking fundraising progress. Ability to collaborate with colleagues from various areas of expertise (e.g., program, communications, research) to create clear, compelling fundraising strategies. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including creating presentations, proposals, and funder materials. Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to handle administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage up effectively, supporting senior leadership in fundraising, and guiding them through the funder engagement process. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally to engage with funders and sponsors. Preferred Qualifications Proven success fundraising at a nonprofit, university research center, or other research environment, with a strong understanding of the unique fundraising needs of such institutions. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $109,200 - $158,500, commensurate with experience and informed by our organizational equity-based salary scale. This is a three (3) year, full-time (40 hours/week) contract appointment that is eligible for UC benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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The University of California, Berkeley is dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff. The Othering and Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley brings together researchers, stakeholders, policymakers, and communicators to identify and challenge the barriers to an inclusive, just, and sustainable society and to create transformative change. Responsibilities Lead and execute the Institute's fundraising strategy, with a particular focus on foundations and institutional partnerships. Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aimed at supporting the $10M annual operating budget. Expand relationships with foundations and institutional partners to secure long-term, sustainable funding with a particular focus on unrestricted funding. Lead the entire moves management process, from identifying prospects to cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding institutional partners and funders. Coordinate and/or lead the writing, development, and submission of proposals to foundations, institutions, and major donors. Develop and manage fundraising materials, including funder briefings, meeting agendas, slide decks, and tailored correspondence. Lead sponsorship efforts for the Institute's flagship biannual conference and other events, identifying prospects and managing sponsor relationships. Maintain or enhance the donor management system, adapting it to fit the Institute’s evolving needs. Required Qualifications Minimum 10 years in fundraising, with a focus on foundations and institutional partnerships, including grant writing and management. Demonstrated track record of raising significant funds from foundations, corporations, individuals, and other institutional sources, contributing to a $10M operating budget. Strong knowledge of, or the quick ability to develop this knowledge, in order to clearly and consistently articulate the Institute’s mission, vision, and its core areas of research and programming, and belonging and bridging frameworks. Demonstrated experience in leading moves management processes, including managing funder portfolios and relationships through identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Proven ability to cultivate and sustain long-term relationships with institutional partners, sponsors, and prospects. Experience with and interest in organizational strategy and direction setting with proven ability to build and strengthen organizational capacity for fundraising by working across departments to align efforts and resources. Demonstrated ability working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities, with the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and pivot strategies as needed. Experience with relationship management systems or the ability to modify existing systems, with expertise in organizing donor data and tracking fundraising progress. Ability to collaborate with colleagues from various areas of expertise (e.g., program, communications, research) to create clear, compelling fundraising strategies. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including creating presentations, proposals, and funder materials. Strong project management skills, attention to detail, and the capacity to handle administrative tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to manage up effectively, supporting senior leadership in fundraising, and guiding them through the funder engagement process. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally to engage with funders and sponsors. Preferred Qualifications Proven success fundraising at a nonprofit, university research center, or other research environment, with a strong understanding of the unique fundraising needs of such institutions. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $109,200 - $158,500, commensurate with experience and informed by our organizational equity-based salary scale. This is a three (3) year, full-time (40 hours/week) contract appointment that is eligible for UC benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
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