Development Professional, School Of Medicine

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Description

Development Professional, School of Medicine*

Department: Medical Development

Reports to: Sr. Development Director/Team Leader, Medicine

FLSA Status: Exempt

Who we are and what we're about:

KU Endowment is an independent, nonprofit organization and the official fundraising foundation for the University of Kansas. We partner with donors in providing philanthropic support to build a greater KU.

As an employee of KU Endowment, you'll witness firsthand the power of our donors' generosity. You will join a talented and fun group of people who are inspired to help KU through the support of loyal alumni and friends. This support fuels excellence, enabling students and faculty to develop innovative programs and research that distinguish the university. We connect the philanthropic passions of donors with the needs of students, faculty and programs - and everyone benefits.

People are engaged. Purpose is ignited. Lives are changed.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:

At KU Endowment, we recognize that we best achieve our mission of building a greater University of Kansas by embracing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to cultivating a people-centered environment that is welcoming to the spectrum of differences among us in an atmosphere of respect and fairness. Accordingly, our staff, Board of Trustees, volunteers and donors will work together to create a more representative, equitable and inclusive KU Endowment.

What we are looking for:

We need you to help us raise millions of dollars to advance all aspects of medical education and research and make the world and its many communities healthier - including your own. We're looking for an experienced, dynamic fundraiser to join our team. You'll be a bridge connecting the School of Medicine's mission to create a healthier world with the incredible people who want to support it.

The KU School of Medicine is part of the University of Kansas Medical Center, which together with The University of Kansas Health System makes up the region's premier academic medical center. We prepare future generations of caregivers to treat you and your family. Our research creates effective therapies and seeks cures that once seemed impossible. Our physicians, scientists, researchers, educators and staff dedicate themselves to the region's health and well-being.

If you're passionate about healthcare, education, and innovative research, you'll fit right in here. Inspire donors and secure the funds that catapult KU's School of Medicine, already among the nation's top public medical schools, to new heights of excellence and innovation.

In this role, you will help donors leave historical, generational imprints on learning, research, and health outcomes - and be a part of that legacy yourself.

The individual in this position is expected to embrace KU Endowment's stated core values - passion for KU, partnership with donors, perpetual support for KU, and a people-centered approach - and demonstrate support for them through professional interactions and activities.

• Note: This position will be filled at the Development Officer, Associate Development Director or Development Director level, commensurate with the successful candidate's experience and qualifications.

What's a typical day look like?

• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospective and current major gift donors to the School of Medicine and the University of Kansas.

• Solicit and secure major gifts ($50,000+), both outright and deferred, in support of the stated needs of the School of Medicine.

• Develop and implement both annual and long-range goals, objectives, and strategies to maximize private support for the School of Medicine, consistent with the overall plan of KU Endowment.

• Travel extensively to meet development goals.

• Develop and implement an ongoing communication program with donors that recognizes past and current commitments and fosters support for future efforts.

• Supervise the shared Sr. Development Administrator who provides administrative support for this constituent area.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Sr. Development Director/Team Leader and other senior development staff.

Requirements

What's required to be considered:

• A Bachelor's degree

• Experience and performance equivalent to what would be expected of an employee with at least two or more years of professional experience in fundraising for higher education and/or healthcare. This may be substituted for experience and performance equivalent to an employee with five or more years of professional experience in an area with strong similarities to development work, such as business development, sales, or higher education.

• Major gift experience preferred.

• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team.

• The ability to independently initiate, organize, and follow through with fundraising strategies.

• The ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise excellent judgment.

• Development Officer

• At least one year of professional experience in an area with strong similarities to development work. This may be substituted for a graduate degree.

• Associate Development Director

• At least two years of professional experience in higher education/healthcare fundraising. This may be substituted for five or more years of professional experience in an area with strong similarities to development work. Major gift experience preferred.

• Development Director

• At least five years of professional experience in higher education/healthcare fundraising. This may be substituted for seven or more years or professional experience in an area with strong similarities to development work. Major gift experience required. Must have success managing a diverse portfolio.

What separates the best from the rest?

• Self-Motivated: You're a go-getter who takes initiative and drives projects forward with enthusiasm and determination.

• Collaborative: You shine in a team setting. Whether with your colleagues, prospective donors, or campus partners, you're always finding ways to combine efforts and maximize outcomes.

• Master Communicator: You have a knack for articulating compelling stories and connecting with donors on a deep level.

• Resilient: You stay positive and persistent, turning challenges into opportunities and never losing sight of the mission.

• Unwavering Integrity: You build trust through honesty, transparency, and the highest ethical standards.

Physical Requirements:

• A valid driver's license.

• Must have access to reliable transportation to travel between multiple locations for training, donor meetings, networking, events and/or work-related activities.

• Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to directions and safety hazards.

• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office productivity machinery such as computers, keyboards and a mouse, laptops, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

• This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to move files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• The person in this position frequently communicates with donors, colleagues, students, and general public. Must be able to communicate with others effectively.

• Physical effort/lifting, up to 50 pounds.

• Regular local, regional, and national travel (up to 50%) to meet development goals.

We've got you covered:

KU Endowment offers a competitive salary with an excellent benefit package including:

• 100% employer-paid pension plan

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) matching program

• Section 125 flexible benefits

• Generous paid leave including holidays, personal and sick leave

• Volunteer and community engagement opportunities

• Paid Parental Leave

• Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance

• Legal & ID Theft protection

• Critical Illness

• Accident and Hospital Indemnity insurance

• KU education assistance

• Free parking

Sounds good, right? What's next?

Please include your resume and cover letter when applying for this position on our website at https://www.kuendowment.org/careers.

Questions regarding this vacancy may be addressed to:

Charo Kelley

Director, Development Talent Acquisition, Culture & Employee Belonging Lead

KU Endowment

PO Box 928

Lawrence, KS 66044-0928

Email: ckelley@kuendowment.org

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Because of the sensitive nature of KU Endowment business and the importance of our reputation with donors, KU Endowment conducts a comprehensive review of applicants. By submitting your application, you authorize us to conduct reference checks and a review of available public information. Employment is contingent upon background and reference checks that KU Endowment finds acceptable.