Senior Associate Director of Development, California and Hawaii Region - Univers
Another Source, Portland, OR, United States
Senior Associate Director of Development, California & Hawai'i Region
University of Oregon is recruiting a Senior Associate Director of Development to join their team in Eugene or Portland, OR, two days per week onsite. The role will average approximately one week of travel per month (about 10 trips annually), with the majority of time focused on regional development efforts, including cultivating and stewarding relationships to achieve market saturation.
This position focuses on the San Diego, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Long Beach, and Newport Beach markets.
University Advancement plays a critical role in advancing UO’s mission by building meaningful relationships with alumni and supporters around the world. Through strategic engagement and philanthropy, the university fuels scholarships, academic excellence, and transformative initiatives that shape the future.
Your Contribution Will Likely Include: Fundraising & Pipeline Development
Manage a portfolio of discovery and early‑stage donors, focusing on gifts in the $25K–$100K range while building toward a $100K+ major gift portfolio.
Identify, qualify, and cultivate new prospects through outreach, meetings, events, and strategic engagement.
Develop and execute individualized strategies to move donors through the pipeline toward increased giving.
Prepare proposals, case statements, and communications to support donor engagement and solicitations.
Travel to engage donors and prospects and build strong relationships.
Strategy & Collaboration
Partner with Regional Philanthropy and University Advancement colleagues to align outreach and fundraising strategies.
Collaborate with annual giving, gift planning, principal gifts, and prospect development teams to strengthen the donor pipeline.
Contribute to regional fundraising plans and development strategies that support institutional priorities.
Coordinate with development officers and campus partners to ensure effective donor engagement and strategy alignment.
Relationship Building & Stewardship
Build meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, and friends of the university to deepen engagement and inspire giving.
Ensure timely and thoughtful stewardship of donors through recognition, communication, and events.
Partner with faculty, administrators, and volunteers to connect donors with high‑impact opportunities.
Represent the university with professionalism and credibility in all interactions.
Planning & Execution
Set and achieve annual fundraising goals aligned with team and institutional objectives.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of donor activity in CRM systems.
Support planning and execution of donor events and engagement opportunities.
Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and mission‑driven team culture.
Experience You Will Bring:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3+ years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related field (e.g., sales, business development).
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and successfully solicit gifts or close complex deals.
Strong organizational and portfolio management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented, matrixed environment.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability and willingness to travel frequently.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education or nonprofit fundraising.
Demonstrated success closing major gifts ($100K+) or equivalent high‑value transactions.
What’s in it for you:
Salary: $75,000–$80,000 annually.
Relocation assistance available.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
Commitment to Equity & Inclusion: The University of Oregon is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. University Advancement actively promotes equity and inclusion, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and experiences in building meaningful connections with its global community.
To learn more about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/benefits.
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This position focuses on the San Diego, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Long Beach, and Newport Beach markets.
University Advancement plays a critical role in advancing UO’s mission by building meaningful relationships with alumni and supporters around the world. Through strategic engagement and philanthropy, the university fuels scholarships, academic excellence, and transformative initiatives that shape the future.
Your Contribution Will Likely Include: Fundraising & Pipeline Development
Manage a portfolio of discovery and early‑stage donors, focusing on gifts in the $25K–$100K range while building toward a $100K+ major gift portfolio.
Identify, qualify, and cultivate new prospects through outreach, meetings, events, and strategic engagement.
Develop and execute individualized strategies to move donors through the pipeline toward increased giving.
Prepare proposals, case statements, and communications to support donor engagement and solicitations.
Travel to engage donors and prospects and build strong relationships.
Strategy & Collaboration
Partner with Regional Philanthropy and University Advancement colleagues to align outreach and fundraising strategies.
Collaborate with annual giving, gift planning, principal gifts, and prospect development teams to strengthen the donor pipeline.
Contribute to regional fundraising plans and development strategies that support institutional priorities.
Coordinate with development officers and campus partners to ensure effective donor engagement and strategy alignment.
Relationship Building & Stewardship
Build meaningful relationships with alumni, parents, and friends of the university to deepen engagement and inspire giving.
Ensure timely and thoughtful stewardship of donors through recognition, communication, and events.
Partner with faculty, administrators, and volunteers to connect donors with high‑impact opportunities.
Represent the university with professionalism and credibility in all interactions.
Planning & Execution
Set and achieve annual fundraising goals aligned with team and institutional objectives.
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of donor activity in CRM systems.
Support planning and execution of donor events and engagement opportunities.
Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and mission‑driven team culture.
Experience You Will Bring:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3+ years of experience in fundraising, development, or a related field (e.g., sales, business development).
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and successfully solicit gifts or close complex deals.
Strong organizational and portfolio management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented, matrixed environment.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability and willingness to travel frequently.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education or nonprofit fundraising.
Demonstrated success closing major gifts ($100K+) or equivalent high‑value transactions.
What’s in it for you:
Salary: $75,000–$80,000 annually.
Relocation assistance available.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
Commitment to Equity & Inclusion: The University of Oregon is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all. University Advancement actively promotes equity and inclusion, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and experiences in building meaningful connections with its global community.
To learn more about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/benefits.
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