Job Summary:

The Senior Director of Development at the Kaiser Permanente Bernard J Tyson School of Medicine (KPSOM) will serve as a visionary leader in establishing and guiding the strategic direction of the schools philanthropic efforts. They will be responsible for building a high-performing development team, designing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies, and cultivating philanthropic partnerships to propel the growth and impact of KPSOM.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Strategic Vision and Leadership:

• In collaboration with the Chief Advancement Officer (CAO), develop and articulate a strategic vision and annual advancement plan for the Office of Development, aligning fundraising goals with KPSOMs priorities and initiatives.

• Provide strong leadership to instill a culture of philanthropy and engagement across the school.

• Major Gifts and Donor Cultivation:

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations to establish a strong foundation for fundraising success.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective donors and key constituents, including alumni, faculty, staff, and community partners.

• People Management and Leadership:

• Build a high-performing development team, recruiting and nurturing talent to create a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.

• Set clear expectations, mentor staff, and foster a culture of innovation and excellence.

• Campaign Planning and Execution:

• Lead the planning and execution of comprehensive fundraising campaigns, working closely with internal partners and collaborators to achieve ambitious financial targets for KPSOMs development priorities.

• Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate effectively with other offices and departments, faculty, board members, Kaiser Permanente representatives, and other key partners to ensure alignment of fundraising efforts with KPSOMs overall mission and objectives.

• Clearly communicate the impact of philanthropic support to internal and external audiences through various channels.

• Prospect Research and Pipeline Management:

• Oversee the identification, qualification, and cultivation of potential major donors, ensuring a robust pipeline of prospects for future fundraising initiatives.

• Utilize data analytics to inform strategic decision-making and optimize fundraising efforts.

• Provide regular reports and updates to the CAO on fundraising progress, donor engagement, and campaign results.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in development, major gifts or related.

Education

• Bachelors Degree.

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated success in leading and managing a high-performing development team.

• Proven track record of securing major gifts and successfully leading fundraising campaigns.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with a diverse range of partners and collaborators.

• Knowledge of and experience in all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and development required.

• Demonstrated computer competency in Microsoft Office suites, Zoom, databases and fundraising databases and systems.

• Willingness and ability to travel and to work an extended and varied schedule including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum five (5) years of supervisory experiencing leading a team.

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in development or related field in higher education, preferably medical education, healthcare, or complex non-profit environment.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Senior Director of Development - School Of Medicine

LOCATION: Pasadena, California

REQNUMBER: 1279880

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.