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Last updated 11/18/2009
Development Openings
Title/Unit: Vice President for Development and Alumni Affairs
Posting: 10/23/2009 – 12/01/2009
The vice president will work in close partnership with the President of the University of Florida, and as part of his executive leadership team, the vice president will be responsible for successfully concluding the current $1.5 billion campaign, while strategically positioning the institution for a future campaign. He or she will work to create synergy across the institution that optimizes resources to promote university-wide, unit specific and interdisciplinary advancement activities. The vice president oversees a staff of 255 and a budget of over $29M. The incumbent is responsible for stewardship of all of those resources as well as the management of the activities of the foundation board. The successful candidate will bring innovative thinking, collaborative strategies, and proven managerial and fundraising skills gained in a comparable first-tier institution. He or she will have the leadership skills and requisite experience to nurture a strong, diverse set of relationships; inspire professionals and volunteers to new achievements, effectively engage with all stake holders and constituents to develop a forward thinking, responsive and high performing organization.
To apply for this position: Please send a letter of interest and resume electronically to: UFLVP@wittkieffer.com by December 1, 2009. Nominations and confidential inquires should be directed to the Witt/Kieffer consultants supporting this search, Alice Miller at 678-302-1555 or Manny Berger at 781-272-8899.
Title: Senior Director of Development, College of Education
UF Position#: 00011977
UF Req#: 0802288
Posting: closed
The Senior Director of Development is responsible for the management and administration of the College of Education development and support program. The incumbent is responsible for the implementation of a broad range of public support programs for the College of Education including fundraising, communications, public support groups and College services. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience. Preferred qualifications: 7-10 years of experience with a proven record of success as a major gift fundraiser, and prior experience in a higher education setting highly preferred. Strong leadership, strategic planning and management skills are necessary. The ability to motivate others in a team-oriented organization, to act in a leadership role, handle multiple priorities, to work under pressure, and to understand the needs of staff and coworkers is needed. Excellent oral and written communication skills, working knowledge from a comparable institution and organizational are skills strongly desired. Computer experience with Windows, MS Word, WWW, email and gift management software preferred. Extensive travel is required for success in this position. A good driving record and a valid driver's license are required.
To apply for this position: Please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu. This position is also called Development/Alumni Affairs, Coordinator 4. For further information about the College of Education, please navigate to http://www.coe.ufl.edu/.
Title: Assistant Director, Florida Fund
UF Position#: 00023519
UF Req#: 0802976
Posting: closed
The Assistant Director of Florida Fund manages and executes the year-long Phone Program. The Phone Program uses a staff of more than 100 paid student employees to solicit support from alumni and friends of the University of Florida. Minimum requirements: A master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. One to two years of related experience is preferred. The ability to work efficiently with minimum supervision, to deal with the public in a professional manner and to communicate clearly and accurately is required. Preferred requirements: Experience in annual giving or in a related development field will be given preference. Telefundraising experience preferred. Previous experience supervising students is preferred. Knowledge of an automated telefunding system (preferably CampusCall) is desired. The incumbent should be computer literate in these areas in a PC environment: Windows, MS Office Suite, WWW Browsers, Email (preferably Outlook), CampusCall. The incumbent will work 1 pm to 10 pm, Monday through Friday. Considerable morning and weekend work are required for satisfactory performance. Occasional travel may be required.
To apply for this position: Please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu. This position is also called Development/Alumni Affairs, Coordinator 1.
Title: Associate Director of Development, Levin College of Law
UF Position#: 00010008
UF Req#: 0802552
Posting: closed
The incumbent will focus on fundraising for the Levin College of Law through personal contacts and facilitation of events that assist the development effort. This position will identify prospects, cultivate and close gifts in the $2,000 to $100,000 range. Minimum requirements: MA/MS or BA/BS and 2 yrs. of related experience required. Preferred requirements: Three to five years of experience in fundraising, including direct individual solicitation in a higher education setting strongly preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills, knowledge of comparable institution and organizational skills strongly desired. A good driving record and a valid driver license are required. Computer experience: Windows, MS Word, www and email. Extensive travel is required.
To apply for this position: Please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu. This position is also called Development/Alumni Affairs, Coordinator 2. For further information about the Levin College of Law, please navigate to http://www.law.ufl.edu/.
Title: Director of Development, College of Medicine
UF Position#: 00002141
UF Req#: 0802276
Posting: closed
This position is responsible for assisting the Senior Director of Development, College of Medicine in the general administration of the College's development program. Responsible for implementation of a broad range of public support programs for the College of Medicine including major gifts fundraising, communications, public support groups and College services. Independently performs prospect identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, with emphasis on prospects for gifts of $100,000 to $5 million. Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience. Preferred qualifications: A minimum of three to five years successful prior fundraising experience in a medical center, college or university setting is strongly preferred. Prior work with volunteers and soliciting gifts in the $100,000+ range would be beneficial. Strong oral and written communications skills are essential. The ability and willingness to travel is strongly preferred.
To apply for this position: Please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu. This position is also called Development/Alumni Affairs, Coordinator 4. For further information about the College of Medicine, please navigate to http://www.med.ufl.edu/.
Title: Director of Principal Gifts, College of Medicine
UF Position#: 00000268
UF Req#: 0803173
Posting: 10/19/2009-11/09/2009
This position is responsible for creating culture, infrastructure and central point of coordination for principal gifts within the College of Medicine. The Director of Principal Gifts will collaborate with the Directors of Development of the College of Medicine to develop and implement optimal cultivation strategies. The incumbent will manage a personal portfolio of 50-75 principal gift prospects and generate $5-10 million annually. Minimum requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience. Preferred qualifications: Working knowledge of all aspects of tax laws, and the ability to communicate well with influential volunteers and wealthy prospects are strongly desired. Excellent oral and written communication skills, knowledge of comparable institution, and organizational skills strongly desired. Ability and willingness to travel is essential. Computer experience with Windows, MS Word, WWW browsers and E-mail.
To apply for this position: please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu. This position is also called Development/Alumni Affairs, Coordinator 5. For further information about the College of Medicine, please navigate to http://www.med.ufl.edu/.
Title/Unit: Assistant Director of Membership & Marketing/Alumni Affairs
UF Position#: 00025503
UF Req#: 0803352
Posting: 11/11/2009 -12/11/2009
The Assistant Director of Membership and Marketing is responsible for developing and implementing activities to increase
membership in the Student Alumni Association, to include solicitations, programming, events and the development of
collateral materials. The incumbent will also oversee the Florida Cicerones, including recruitment, meetings and elections. Minimum Requirements: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate
area of specialization and two years to four years of appropriate experience to include: Marketing, public relations and/or
event planning. Strong written and oral communications skills and experience with volunteer groups. Knowledge of UF campus and campus organizations strongly preferred. PC, word processing proficiency required, WP for Windows and/or MS Word, desktop publishing experience a plus. Should also be computer literate in: MS Excel, use of Email (preferably Outlook), and WWW browsers. The incumbent must be able to work independently and is detailed oriented. As the advisor to 2 student organizations, it is important that this individual can exercise firm authority and good judgment. The ability to travel, a valid driver’s license and good driving record are required. Travel expenses are reimbursed through a standard accounting system. The ability to pay for expenses using personal credit card or funds and have them reimbursed is essential.
To apply for this position: Please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu. This position is also called Development/Alumni AFF, CRD 2.
Title: Senior Secretary, Planned Giving
UF Position#: 00005575
UF Req#: 0803163
Posting: closed
This position serves as the Senior Secretary for the Planned Giving department and provides administrative support to two associate directors. Due to the sensitive nature of development activities, a high level of confidentiality must be maintained at all times. Minimum requirements: A high school diploma and three years of appropriate experience required. Appropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. Requires the ability to type 35 cwpm. Requires excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and accurately. Preferred qualifications: The ability to type 45 cwpm preferred; extensive word processing, spreadsheet development and computer experience. Ability to operate office equipment such as computer, typewriter, calculator, copy machine and transcribing equipment. Accuracy, attention to detail and a customer service oriented attitude are essential for success in this position. The incumbent should be computer proficient in these areas: Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft PowerPoint, WWW browsers, preferably Internet Explorer, E-mail.
To apply for this position: Please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu.
For additional information on any position,
please contact Sonya Allen at:
University of Florida Foundation, Inc.
Human Resources
PO Box 14425
Gainesville, FL 32604-2425
Phone: (352) 392-5408
Email: jobs@uff.ufl.edu
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