Director of Advancement- College of Optometry - (STA008924)

Develops, implements and manages a strategic fundraising plan for assigned college or unit. Serves as the chief development officer for the college or unit (typically with a dual reporting line to the dean and a member of the University Advancement management team.) Possesses some knowledge and experience regarding personal solicitation and fundraising in general, and at least a basic knowledge of planned giving.

1. Directs development activities for assigned college or unit; creates and implements a comprehensive fundraising plan, including prospect development and management, annual, major and planned gifts and stewardship.
2. Manages a portfolio of prospects which are mostly at the level of $25,000 to $100,000
3. Identifies, cultivates and solicits prospects, and stewards donors; works with faculty, staff and volunteers as appropriate.
4. May participate in some major gift prospect opportunities, typically in conjunction with a member of the UH Office of Development management team or major gifts program.
5. Provides guidance to the college or unit on personal solicitation of annual and special gifts and other development and fundraising matters.
6. May manage development professional and support staff within the college or unit.
7. Administers budget and resources allocated to the college or unit development program.
8. Participates in University-wide development activities as needed.
9. May administer other advancement activities, such as alumni relations, publications, special events, media relations, etc. for assigned college or unit.
10. Performs other job-related duties as required.

EEO/AA

Qualifications :

Bachelors and 3 years experience

Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in-depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

May be Eligible for Alternative Work Arrangements