The George Washington University
Associate Director of Development, ESIA
The George Washington University, Olympia, Washington, United States
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Job Overview The George Washington University’s (GW) Division of University Advancement (UA) drives GW’s efforts to build a vibrant and engaged global community dedicated to the university’s continued excellence and impact. UA seeks to promote a culture of philanthropy throughout the university community, including alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, corporations and foundations, patients and other friends. Our goal is to advance GW’s mission of excellence in education, research, scholarship and patient care. The Division of University Advancement (UA) is seeking an Associate Director of Development, Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA). ESIA is highly ranked in international affairs and one of the largest school of international relations in the U.S. The position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations, ESIA.
As Associate Director of Development, ESIA, you will develop meaningful connections with alumni, parents, and friends of the school that will result in stronger engagement and philanthropic support (outright and planned gifts). This role partners with deans, faculty, and central and school-based advancement staff to meet fundraising goals in support of philanthropic priorities. You will manage a pool of approximately 150 top‑tier major gift prospects, develop strategies to move them across the donor continuum, and align prospects’ interests with school programs and initiatives. This position requires enthusiasm and the ability to work well in a fast‑paced team environment. For more information about the Elliott School, visit
http://elliott.gwu.edu/ .
Responsibilities • Conduct an average of 12–15 prospect visits monthly and document discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship visits comprehensively and in a timely fashion.
• Work closely with prospect research and university advancement colleagues in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and tracking major gift prospects.
• Acquire an extensive knowledge of the school’s and GW’s programs and projects to match with prospect interest, while collaborating with faculty and staff in developing topic‑specific proposals.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned; the omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. The degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of experience in fundraising (preferably with major gifts or face‑to‑face donor contact), public relations, or marketing (experience in higher education fundraising preferred).
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Benefits GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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Job Overview The George Washington University’s (GW) Division of University Advancement (UA) drives GW’s efforts to build a vibrant and engaged global community dedicated to the university’s continued excellence and impact. UA seeks to promote a culture of philanthropy throughout the university community, including alumni, students, parents, faculty, staff, corporations and foundations, patients and other friends. Our goal is to advance GW’s mission of excellence in education, research, scholarship and patient care. The Division of University Advancement (UA) is seeking an Associate Director of Development, Elliott School of International Affairs (ESIA). ESIA is highly ranked in international affairs and one of the largest school of international relations in the U.S. The position reports to the Assistant Vice President of Development and Alumni Relations, ESIA.
As Associate Director of Development, ESIA, you will develop meaningful connections with alumni, parents, and friends of the school that will result in stronger engagement and philanthropic support (outright and planned gifts). This role partners with deans, faculty, and central and school-based advancement staff to meet fundraising goals in support of philanthropic priorities. You will manage a pool of approximately 150 top‑tier major gift prospects, develop strategies to move them across the donor continuum, and align prospects’ interests with school programs and initiatives. This position requires enthusiasm and the ability to work well in a fast‑paced team environment. For more information about the Elliott School, visit
http://elliott.gwu.edu/ .
Responsibilities • Conduct an average of 12–15 prospect visits monthly and document discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship visits comprehensively and in a timely fashion.
• Work closely with prospect research and university advancement colleagues in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and tracking major gift prospects.
• Acquire an extensive knowledge of the school’s and GW’s programs and projects to match with prospect interest, while collaborating with faculty and staff in developing topic‑specific proposals.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned; the omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. The degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Two or more years of experience in fundraising (preferably with major gifts or face‑to‑face donor contact), public relations, or marketing (experience in higher education fundraising preferred).
Excellent written and oral communications skills.
Benefits GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well‑being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
EEO Statement The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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