Assistant Dean for Advancement (Chief Advancement Officer)

The Assistant Dean leads the School of Public Health’s advancement efforts in support of the School’s mission and the Dean’s strategic priorities. The Assistant Dean is responsible for the School of Public Health’s fundraising, stakeholder engagement, and marketing and communications initiatives. This role oversees a dynamic team tasked the strategies and activities related to increasing private support, strengthening the School’s visibility and reputation, expanding corporate and foundation partnerships, and enhancing individual giving and alumni engagement. The position reports jointly to the Dean of the School of Public Health and the Assistant Vice President for Health Sciences while also collaborating closely with academic departments and interdisciplinary programs.* Develop and execute strategies to expand and diversify the School’s donor base, with a focus on securing major gifts and growing term funds and endowments.* Partner with Development colleagues across the University of Washington to meet fundraising metrics, leverage campaigns and shared services, and maximize private support.*Campaign Planning** In collaboration with the Assistant Vice President for Health Sciences, the Dean and other University Advancement colleagues, lead campaign planning and readiness efforts, including a feasibility assessment, infrastructure development, volunteer identification and recruitment, prospect prioritization, internal communications, and case definition and positioning in support of School and University priorities.* Ensure the effective implementation of campaign strategies and timelines, including coordinating stakeholders and aligning resources.* Steward and build upon the success of past campaigns to strengthen donor relationships and position the School for future multi-million-dollar fundraising initiatives.Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.*Other duties as assigned.***Minimum Requirements:**Bachelor’s degree AND at least seven years of professional advancement experience in institutional development or advancement, with an emphasis on cultivating and soliciting major gifts.

* Experience raising funds and partnering with a broad range of stakeholders including, individuals, foundations, government agencies and NGOs and the private sector.* Proven commitment to higher education and extensive knowledge of fundraising principles, practices and industry trends.Ability to define and clearly communicate the University’s priorities and vision. Ability to engage and build productive relationships with a broad range of constituents, including faculty, staff, and volunteers. Familiarity with marketing and communications strategies and experience managing or partnering with related functions. Experience providing direct supervision, including recruiting, managing performance, setting priorities, overseeing workflow and addressing employee concerns.Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary, on short or limited notice. Ability to travel when necessary. Frequent local travel is expected.

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