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University of Washington

Assistant Director for Philanthropy

University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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The University of Washington (UW) is committed to building stronger minds and a healthier world. As an UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state, and around the world. UW employees bring boundless energy, creative problem‑solving skills, and dedicated service to this mission.

What You Will Do Frontline Fundraising

Identify, qualify, cultivate, and steward prospective and existing donors, focusing on individuals capable of leadership and major gifts, in alignment with established performance metrics.

Manage a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation prospects, developing and executing tailored cultivation and solicitation strategies; seek input from the Director for Philanthropy and Chief Advancement Officer as needed.

Coordinate with Advancement teams on an outreach plan that ensures a seamless donor experience across every touchpoint at the UW.

Lead the planning and execution of strategic programs and events that support donor discovery, cultivation, and stewardship; serve as the primary event lead when assigned.

Drive fundraising initiatives for assigned departments, centers or programs, working directly with faculty leadership to design and implement strategies that advance funding priorities.

Broad‑Based Constituent Relations

Support school‑wide participation in university‑wide giving and engagement opportunities, such as Husky Giving Day and other institutional campaigns.

Develop and implement strategies, alongside Marketing and Communications colleagues, to strengthen relationships with alumni and other SPH constituents.

Coordinate alumni engagement activities across departments and programs, ensuring alignment between SPH and central UW Advancement efforts.

Serve as the school’s liaison for alumni programs and events led by the University of Washington Alumni Association, helping to expand SPH’s visibility and reach.

Other Duties as Assigned Additional responsibilities as required by the Director for Philanthropy.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree AND three years of experience in fundraising, events management, communications, or a related field.

Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements.

What You Bring

Proven orientation toward action and results, with the ability to take initiative and move work forward in dynamic or ambiguous situations.

Prior experience in or high potential to learn donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, including identifying, qualifying and managing a portfolio of prospects.

Ability to work collegially and effectively with internal and external partners and constituents.

Proficiency with technology and data tools, including relational databases and the Microsoft Office suite to produce reports, presentations and other materials.

Authentic commitment to advancing the mission and values of public health.

What You Can Expect

Hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of two days in office.

Cubicle/open workspace environment which may result in additional or higher levels of noise and visual distractions.

Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary, on short or limited notice.

Frequent local travel.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum: $77,496.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum: $88,500.00 annual

Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Other Compensation: —

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?: Regular position

FTE (Full‑Time Equivalent): 100.00 %

Union/Bargaining Unit: Not Applicable

About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state, and around the world. UW employees bring boundless energy, creative problem‑solving skills, and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

Our Commitment The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206‑543‑6450 or dso@uw.edu.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

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