Johns Hopkins University & Medicine - Development and Alumni Relations
Director of Leadership Giving, Bloomberg School of Public Health (Environmental
Johns Hopkins University & Medicine - Development and Alumni Relations, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Director of Leadership Giving, Bloomberg School of Public Health (Environmental Health & Engineering)
Join the Johns Hopkins University & Medicine Development and Alumni Relations division as the Director of Leadership Giving for the Johns Hopkins Institute for Planetary Health (JHIPH), a University‑wide Institute collaborating across the university. In this hybrid role (3 days onsite per week), you will lead all fundraising efforts for JHIPH, build a diverse portfolio of major donors, cultivate corporate and foundation support, and partner with the Institute’s leadership to articulate a strategic vision for planetary health philanthropy.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute a fundraising strategy with the JHIPH leadership team and BSPH senior development staff to secure 50‑75 major donors (annual $500‑$1.5M first two years, $3‑$5M years 4‑5+).
Oversee individual donor relationships (major gifts, annual giving) and manage stewardship, direct mail, and personalized reporting.
Partner with the university’s central foundation team to identify grant opportunities and lead Letters of Inquiry and proposals.
Collaborate with the university’s central corporate relations team to develop a corporate fundraising strategy.
Prepare and manage the development budget and forecast for JHIPH leadership.
Align JHIPH communications with fundraising efforts, coordinating with JHIPH, BSPH, and university communication teams.
Mentor and train JHIPH leadership and affiliated faculty on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Attend relevant BSPH development team meetings and participate in training as required.
Advisory Board Management
Coordinate Alliance Advisory Board fundraising activities, including annual solicitation plans, quarterly and annual reports, and documentation of meeting action steps.
Develop a strategy for a future institute‑wide advisory board.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Five years of professional experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree.
Ten years of related professional experience, with at least five years of major gift experience and two years of principal gift experience.
International fundraising experience preferred.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Interpersonal skills and a high standard of professional ethics and integrity.
Experience in a complex higher education fundraising environment.
Background or interest in environmental sciences / Earth systems.
Commitment to cultural humility and social justice orientation.
Team‑oriented, accountable, supportive, conscientious.
Self‑aware, confident, non‑defensive, willing to take risks.
Mission‑driven, persistent drive toward results, and transparent ethical leadership.
Equal Opportunity Employer & EEO All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability: EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information: If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre‑employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccination requirements: Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
Salary and Benefits Salary range: $85,000 - $149,800 (targeted $130,000). Full‑time, Monday‑Friday 8:30 am‑5:00 pm, hybrid, East Baltimore Campus, School of Public Health.
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Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute a fundraising strategy with the JHIPH leadership team and BSPH senior development staff to secure 50‑75 major donors (annual $500‑$1.5M first two years, $3‑$5M years 4‑5+).
Oversee individual donor relationships (major gifts, annual giving) and manage stewardship, direct mail, and personalized reporting.
Partner with the university’s central foundation team to identify grant opportunities and lead Letters of Inquiry and proposals.
Collaborate with the university’s central corporate relations team to develop a corporate fundraising strategy.
Prepare and manage the development budget and forecast for JHIPH leadership.
Align JHIPH communications with fundraising efforts, coordinating with JHIPH, BSPH, and university communication teams.
Mentor and train JHIPH leadership and affiliated faculty on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Attend relevant BSPH development team meetings and participate in training as required.
Advisory Board Management
Coordinate Alliance Advisory Board fundraising activities, including annual solicitation plans, quarterly and annual reports, and documentation of meeting action steps.
Develop a strategy for a future institute‑wide advisory board.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Five years of professional experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree.
Ten years of related professional experience, with at least five years of major gift experience and two years of principal gift experience.
International fundraising experience preferred.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Interpersonal skills and a high standard of professional ethics and integrity.
Experience in a complex higher education fundraising environment.
Background or interest in environmental sciences / Earth systems.
Commitment to cultural humility and social justice orientation.
Team‑oriented, accountable, supportive, conscientious.
Self‑aware, confident, non‑defensive, willing to take risks.
Mission‑driven, persistent drive toward results, and transparent ethical leadership.
Equal Opportunity Employer & EEO All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and an affirmative action employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability: EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf
Accommodation Information: If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre‑employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccination requirements: Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
Salary and Benefits Salary range: $85,000 - $149,800 (targeted $130,000). Full‑time, Monday‑Friday 8:30 am‑5:00 pm, hybrid, East Baltimore Campus, School of Public Health.
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