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    Director of Development, International - Washington, United States - Georgetown University

    Georgetown University
    Georgetown University Washington, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

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    Director of Development, International - Office of Advancement - Georgetown University

    Job Overview

    The Director of Development, International, serves as a lead fundraiser and market leader, planning and implementing a regionally focused strategy for Georgetown's principal, major, planned and leadership gift prospects. This role's individual portfolio and strategy work will preferably be focused on northern Europe, but could grow to include other important international markets to the University.

    This position serves as a market leader for all advancement activity in these key designated regions, with a focus on development, for Georgetown's current campaign and overall, for the university's external presence. The Director both serves as a senior front-line development officer, and coordinates the overall advancement strategy for the primary assigned region(s), to include representation and advancement of all of Georgetown's schools and campuses. This role, in partnership with the Assistant Vice President, will serve as a thought partner on Georgetown's overall international development strategy and growth.

    Ultimately, the Director executes gift strategies as a fundraiser and oversees a region by driving and executing advancement strategies, drawing upon all areas and talent within the advancement organization. The Director identifies, cultivates, and solicits, or arranges for the solicitation of gifts from individuals, their personal foundations, select corporations, and select foundations. S/he has the responsibility of coordinating advancement strategies for a portfolio of leadership gift prospects, many of whom have multiple philanthropic interests at Georgetown; with some donors, that requires playing the lead relationship role - and with other donors, that requires coordinating behind the scenes among academic leadership, development officers, and volunteers. S/he communicates with all interested parties and effectively leads the efforts of other regional gift officers and volunteers. Ultimately, the Director executes strategies and oversees stewardship, particularly for major gift prospects with multiple interests.

    Work Interactions

    The Director of Development, International, reports to the Assistant Vice President of Development and works in collaboration with the entire International Development team and alongside the Georgetown London City Alliance.

    Requirements and Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree.
    • At least 5 to 7 years of major gift fundraising experience that includes campaign planning and execution, preferably in a higher education setting.
    • Leadership experience, including staff supervision.
    • Excellent communication skills.
    • The ability to work with a diverse range of constituents, including donors, board members and volunteers as well as alumni, parents, friends, faculty, administrators and internal colleagues.
    • A demonstrated track record of success in meeting major gift and campaign goals.
    • Understanding and experience working with international cultures
    • A high energy level and flexible nature.
    Preferred qualifications
    • Multilingual ability - preferably in a European language in addition to English.)
    • Understanding and experience working with international cultures
    • Strong experience with MS Office Suite
    • Understanding of prospect management systems, donor databases, prospect pipeline development
    • Strong work ethic, good judgment, ability to manage own time and collaborate effectively with others
    • Credibility and integrity as a principal gift officer is essential to the success of the program
    • Desire to contribute to and participate in the mission of Georgetown University
    Work Mode: Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources Mode of

    Work Designation.

    Georgetown University's Office of Advancement is committed to a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment that honors the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our colleagues and the Georgetown community. Consistent with our Jesuit values, we aim to foster a culture that accepts and cares for each individual, and we believe this is central to achieving our goals in support of Georgetown's mission. We invite you to learn more about the Office of Advancement, our Jesuit values, and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion here.

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    EEO Statement:

    Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Benefits:

    Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.


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