CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN DEVELOPMENT

Exceptional fundraising positions are available nationally. Scroll down for the opportunity that’s right for you.

American Red Cross in Greater New York
Regional Chief Development Officer
New York, NY
www.nyredcross.org 

The American Red Cross in Greater New York (ARCGNY) is a nonprofit humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to individuals affected by disasters, and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. It accomplishes this mission through services that are consistent with its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Federation of the Red Cross (IFRC).

The IFRC is the largest humanitarian network in the world and is most known for its work in saving lives in disasters and in responding to health emergencies. Its goal is to promote respect for diversity and human dignity, and to reduce intolerance, discrimination and social exclusion. The IFRC also acts as an agent of social change, working both with and within communities to build bridges among different groups of people. The ARCGNY fully supports and embraces this mission.

With 10 chapters in the Greater New York area, including one for each borough of New York City, two on Long Island, and three in Metro North New York (including Greenwich, CT), the ARCGNY offers a variety of health and safety classes, as well as a blood donation program, services to the Armed Forces, and disaster planning and management services. The ARCGNY has aided in many large scale events in the greater New York area in the past several years and ARCGNY volunteers have traveled around the world to assist others in need.

The Regional Chief Development Officer will have a dual reporting relationship consistent with the other American Red Cross regions. The RCDO will report to the Regional Chief Executive for funding priorities and day-to-day activities and to the Divisional Chief Development Officer for fundraising best practices, performance measures, and fundraising goals. This reporting model has been in place for six months in other regions and is now just coming to fruition in Greater New York. The Greater New York Region is a $30 million enterprise with a total staff of 109. ARCGNY is in one of the top 25 markets in the US. With its access to large corporations, foundations, and individuals of high net worth, the region is expected to lead the nation in its fundraising efforts.

The Regional Chief Development Officer has responsibility to strengthen and grow the donor base and the development program to meet annual financial goals. The successful candidate will drive a strong, fundraising-oriented culture.  He/she will lead a development team in planning, managing and implementing fund development strategies for the Region.  He/she will function in a highly visible, externally facing role and will represent the Region in cultivating donors with the greatest capacity and managing leadership volunteers.  The RCDO reports jointly to the Regional Chapter Executive and the Divisional Fundraising Vice President. The principal relationships involved in the position include regular and significant contact with Board members, the Divisional Development team and the National Office of the American Red Cross. 

The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver, strong and experienced manager, team builder and change manager. For more information about this tremendous opportunity, please contact Barbara Weener at bweener@lllsearches.com

CAPITAL UNIVERSITY
Associate Vice President for Advancement
and Chief Development Officer
Columbus, OH
www.capital.edu

Capital University is an institution on the move, and a key to the university’s continuing success is the deliberate and sustained focus in aligning its mission and vision with the involvement of the entire university community.  In the advancement area, Capital is poised for tremendous growth under the stable and innovative leadership of President Denvy Allen Bowman.

Located in Columbus, Capital University offers 60 majors and 51 minors -- not to mention double-majors and majors with special emphasis -- giving students countless academic options.  Capital encompasses schools of law, nursing, management, and social science and education, as well as a Conservatory of Music and School of Communication. Placing an emphasis on small class size to optimize learning (57 percent of classes have less than 20 students), Capital has been ranked among America’s best colleges and universities and in the top 10 best schools in Ohio in a report by Forbes Magazine and the Center for College Affordability and Productivity.

Capital University has a total undergraduate and graduate enrollment of just over 3,500 and is set on 48 acres in an urban community surrounded by multinational corporations as well as friendly neighborhoods.  The Columbus area offers an excellent quality of life, including a reasonable cost of living. 

This is a wonderful career opportunity for the experienced fundraising professional with management expertise who wants to build his/her program and team within a small but strong academic community.  The selected candidate will possess a comprehensive knowledge of advancement; an accomplished track record of donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship; superior management skills; as well as the energy and vision to take the advancement function to the next level of professional excellence.  Capital campaign experience is preferred. 

Contact Maureen Huminik, Vice President, mhuminik@lllsearches.com

CARAMOOR CENTER FOR MUSIC AND ARTS
Vice President/Chief Development Officer
Katonah, NY
www.caramoor.com

Caramoor is a performing arts center located on a unique 90-acre setting of Italianate architecture and gardens in Westchester County, NY. It enriches the lives of its audiences through innovative and diverse musical performances of the highest quality.  Caramoor is often described as “a Garden of Great Music” where audiences are invited to come early, explore the beautiful grounds, enjoy a pre-concert picnic, and discover beautiful music in the relaxed settings of the acoustically superb Venetian Theater, Spanish Courtyard, Music Room of the historic Rosen House, and the magnificent gardens.

The center presents exceptional concerts performed by world-renowned musicians annually from spring to fall. Centerpiece of its offerings is the Caramoor International Music Festival, held each summer.  The festival features concerts by the acclaimed Orchestra of St. Luke’s – in residence each summer – and a stellar roster of guest artists offering the array of music styles, from classical to jazz to folk. 

Caramoor is also deeply committed to music education, providing popular educational programs for young children and area families and innovative mentoring programs for young musicians. 

The institution’s exceptional grounds include nine unique perennial gardens. Among them are a Sense Circle for the visually handicapped, a Butterfly Garden, Tapestry Hedge, and Iris and Peony Garden, which may be enjoyed on one’s own or seen on a guided tour. With its unique heritage, Caramoor is a place where Indian Summer days and nights are shared and enjoyed by thousands.

The Vice President of Development position is an incredible opportunity for the arts lover who wants to use his/her strong development experience in a beautiful setting.  The successful candidate will be a highly experienced fundraiser who is familiar with the complete range of development functions, from major gifts, to board relations, to capital campaigns.  In addition to at least six years of progressively responsible development experience, the selected candidate will be capable manager with a minimum of three years supervisory experience.  The selected candidate will also possess superior relationship-building skills as well as exceptional oral and written communications abilities. 

For a detailed position description or to apply, contact Barbara Weener, Vice President, at Bweener@lllsearches.com

CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA
Vice President, Major and Planned Gifts
Atlanta, GA
www.choa.org

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is committed to enhancing the lives of children through excellence in patient care, research, and education. Managing more than half a million patient visits annually at three hospitals and 17 neighborhood locations, Children’s is one of the largest clinical care providers in the country. Children’s offers access to more than 30 pediatric specialties, and has been consistently ranked among the country’s top children’s hospitals.

The Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to bringing health, hope, and happiness to children through philanthropic and volunteer support for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. The Foundation works with individual donors, charitable foundation and corporations to enhance medical services and programs and to help care for children whose families could not otherwise afford to pay.

The position of Vice President, Major & Planned Gifts works to provide leadership and direction to the Foundation to establish and maintain all comprehensive programs and services that meet the demands of major gifts from individuals for healthcare fundraising. This highly visible leader will support the vision and mission of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta by providing major and planned gift support in an organized, effective, innovative and cost-effective manner. Additionally, this leader will work to maximize organization support for Children’s, broadening the base of major gifts from individuals, enhancing current relationships, providing outstanding donor stewardship.

This is a wonderful position for the highly experienced fundraising leader who is passionate about children’s healthcare and contributing to the quality of life in the Atlanta community. Qualifications include bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, communications, or equivalent; at least ten years of proven development leadership, including major and planned gift results; and demonstrated results in managing prospect management methodology – including key elements of donor cultivation and development cycle. Experience in healthcare is preferred.

Contact Lisa Abair, Search Director, at lmabair@lllsearches.com

DARTMOUTH COLLEGE
Hanover, NH
www.dartmouth.edu

Established in 1769, the pre-eminent Dartmouth College is a superb undergraduate residential college with the intellectual character of a university, featuring thriving research and first-rate graduate and professional programs. The quality of the undergraduate experience is enhanced by close student-faculty interaction, opportunities for independent research, a broad range of off-campus programs, and a diverse student body.

Dartmouth is also home to internationally renowned graduate programs in the arts and sciences as well Dartmouth Medical School, Thayer School of Engineering, and the Tuck School of Business.

The school has a strong and thriving advancement effort.  In 2009, Dartmouth completed a seven year, $1.3 billion campaign.  More than 65,000 donors contributed to the effort, including 70 percent of the alumni.  Dartmouth development professionals enjoy contributing within an intellectually stimulating work setting situated in a lovely rural area.   

Assistant Vice President for Corporate and Foundation Relations

Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Assistant Vice President, Corporate and Foundation Relations (AVP C&F) is responsible for the strategic vision, leadership and orchestrated management of a comprehensive foundation and corporate relations fundraising program within a broad institutional setting. This senior position will manage a portfolio of top foundation and corporate prospects; collaborate with faculty and senior administrators to identify and proactively pursue foundation and corporate opportunities; advocate institutional priorities to this community; work closely with senior officers of the college and professional schools to seek corporate and foundation funding for cross-institutional projects and initiatives; and manage a team of three professionals. The AVP C&F is a member of the College Advancement Management Team, helping to guide a comprehensive C&FR fund-raising program.

Qualification requirements include a Master’s degree or equivalent required; 10+ years of experience in corporate, foundation and/or community fundraising, including program and staff management; proven solicitation experience as evidenced through professional references and reputation; strong understanding of the sciences and their role within a university; solid experience working with faculty, senior officers, and development professionals with a talent for coaching and mentoring more junior colleagues; and successful high-level gift proposal writing experience.

Contact Lisa Abair, Search Director, at lmabair@lllsearches.com 

Director of Leadership Giving

The Director of Leadership Giving is responsible for providing effective management of, and inspiration to, the departments of Leadership Giving and Family Giving. Leadership Giving staff is responsible for raising current-use and capital commitments of between $250,000 and $5,000,000 both in campaign and non-campaign environments from a diverse constituency. The Family Giving staff is responsible for raising annual gifts through the Parents & Grandparents Fund and significant capital commitments in honor of their children’s Dartmouth experience. The Director manages two regional offices (New York City, NY and San Francisco, CA) as well as officers working from home offices. Current staffing includes at least 10 front-line fund raisers and five administrative support positions. The Director also will personally manage a select portfolio of donors and volunteers.

Qualification requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with preference for advanced degree or experience that enhances management skills; 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in a complex college or university development operation with a proven record of successful fundraising and effective supervisory responsibilities; demonstrated experience working with senior administrators, trustees and top volunteers; and stellar team-building skills evidenced through professional references from peers, subordinates and supervisors. Comprehensive campaign experience is desired.

Contact Megan Abbett, Search Director, at mabbett@lllsearches.com  

DARTMOUTH-HITCHCOCK MEDICAL CENTER
Lebanon, NH     
www.dhmc.org

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) is New Hampshire's only academic medical center. Internationally renowned, nationally ranked, and regionally respected, the medical center integrates high-quality patient care, advanced medical education, and translational research to provide a full spectrum of health care.

Located in Lebanon, NH, the medical center encompasses the Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Clinic (a network of more than 1200 primary and specialty care physicians located throughout New Hampshire and Vermont), Dartmouth Medical School, the Veterans Affairs Regional Medical and Office Center in White River Junction, VT, Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth, and the Norris Cotton Cancer Center, one of only 40 National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer centers in the United States. 

Director of Individual Giving

The new Director of Individual Giving will inherit a program with enormous potential and assume a pivotal position within an organization that successfully raised $200 million as part of an over $1.3 billion campaign. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, the Director will be responsible for building a comprehensive program for major and planned giving, identifying and securing gifts from national and regional constituencies. The primary role will be to plan, organize and manage programs and projects that will secure significant financial support, primarily from individuals and/or their personal foundations, for assigned program areas and priorities of Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Medical School, including capital campaign activities.

The Director of Individual Giving oversees a department of 10 people with six direct reports including the Director of Gift Planning, two Associate Directors and an Assistant Director of Individual Giving, a Donor Relations Officer, and an Administrative Assistant. In addition to his/her management responsibilities, the Director of Individual Giving will manage a portfolio of leadership gift prospects.

Required qualifications include six to eight years of fundraising experience, preferably earned in healthcare or academic medical center setting; solid track record of successful capital and major gift experience; significant management and supervisory experience in a complex, multi-layered organization, and strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, problem-solving ability, teamwork, and a strong commitment to the non-profit sector.

Associate Director of Institutional Giving

The Associate Director of Institutional Giving will manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects through the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship cycles. He/she will embrace a program with sizeable potential and assume responsibility for developing strategies for successful long-term sustainable relationships with funding organizations. This excellent key position requires a seasoned and creative professional with a strong belief in the philanthropic impact of funding for basic and translational sciences research.

Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Development and working closely with the Senior Associate Dean for Research, the Associate Director of Institutional Giving will be responsible for identifying and qualifying potential partnerships for Dartmouth’s medical research enterprise, and working directly with faculty to formulate strategies and approaches for cultivation and solicitation of institutional prospects.

Qualification requirements include include three to five years fundraising experience, preferably in corporate or industrial relations, or the equivalent; grant writing or equivalent professional writing experience; excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills; strong project management skills; and demonstrated analytical, critical, and strategic thinking skills. Experience in an academic medical center setting or basic sciences environment preferred.

Contact Barbara Weener, Vice President, at bweener@lllsearches.com

DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY
Executive Vice President for Advancement
Grand Rapids, Michigan
www.davenport.edu

Davenport University, the second largest private university in Michigan, offers a career-oriented, practical curriculum of programs leading to associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in the business, technology and health professions. Davenport University takes pride in the success of its students, many of whom choose the University because by doing so they are likely to excel in their chosen careers. The school’s academic reputation, faculty with real-world professional experience, small classes, and reasonable tuition rates are also important reasons why Davenport is a University of choice.

The institution’s vision is built upon this foundation of quality and paints a bold picture for future success. Davenport University is at an important juncture in its history as it moves forward to enhance its academic programming, market position, and financial strength.  President Richard J. Pappas, Ed.D. is currently leading a strategic planning process to achieve the following:  "By 2015, Davenport will be renowned nationally and internationally as a quality institution of higher education that understands the market better than any other institution and uses that understanding to exceed employer expectations, transform communities, and change people's lives to achieve their dreams."

Critical to the institution’s success will be an expanded emphasis on the development and alumni relations functions. To fulfill that goal the institution is now seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial and strategic development professional for the role of Executive Vice President for Advancement (EVP).  Working in conjunction with the President, Leadership Team, and development and alumni staff, this highly visible position is responsible for cultivating relationships and activities that will ultimately enhance fund development, grant development, alumni engagement, awareness, and support of the university. 

With the expanded emphasis on growing the department, the Executive Vice President will have an opportunity to build and shape his/her own team, with support and resources from top leadership.  The university is seeking an individual to assess needs and create a structure to support a vibrant development and alumni relations program for a university with a base of 55,000 known alums.  The EVP must be a builder, which includes putting a plan in place for a structured alumni relations program that will engage alumni and uncover more potential major gift prospects.  As demonstrated by the addition of 5 new advancement positions in the last 2 years, the University is committed to providing the resources to build an effective advancement team according to best practices.

 The EVP role is a golden opportunity for the individual who wants to be an architect for a development and alumni program that needs to be taken to the next level. 

Contact Jill Lasman, Senior Vice President, at jlasman@lllsearches.com

FRANKLIN & MARSHALL COLLEGE
Lancaster, PA
www.fandm.edu

Franklin & Marshall College is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in the United States with a legacy that can be traced back to 1787 when Benjamin Franklin established Franklin College with a gift of 200 British pounds. 

Today, Franklin & Marshall continues its centuries-long commitment to providing excellence in undergraduate liberal arts education by cultivating a genuine and enduring love for learning among young people of high promise and diverse backgrounds, teaching them to read, write, and think critically, instilling in them the capacity for both independent and collaborative action, and encouraging them to explore and understand the natural, social and cultural worlds in which they live.    

Recognizing the global nature of contemporary society as well as the need for intercultural understanding, Franklin & Marshall views international study as a valuable component of a liberal arts education.  In fact, each year, one-third of the college’s more than 2,000 students goes abroad or enrolls in a travel course.

Franklin &  Marshall is located in the city of Lancaster, an area that combines rural beauty with a thriving arts culture, reasonable cost of living, and excellent public schools. 
 
This is a particularly exciting time to join the Franklin & Marshall community.  In the spring the college welcomed new President Daniel R. Porterfield, Ph.D. As president, Porterfield prioritizes enhancing academic excellence, supporting students, building campus community, and increasing civic outreach.  Dr. Porterfield supports a strong and effective advancement effort and envisions the launch of a capital campaign in the near future. 

Lois L. Lindauer Searches is proud to begin a hiring partnership with Franklin & Marshall as the college recruits for these key positions:

Associate Vice President of College Advancement
Director of Alumni and Parent Relations

These are recently retained positions and LLLS is now compiling comprehensive summaries.  To obtain the summaries when they become available, contact Wendy Schiffman Wilsker, Search Director, at wschiffman@lllsearches.com

HARVARD LAW SCHOOL
Cambridge, MA
www.law.harvard.edu

Founded in 1817, Harvard Law School (HLS) is the oldest continuously operating law school in the United States.  It has produced numerous leaders in the United States and around the world--in law, politics, education, and business, including Presidents, U.S. Senators, Governors, and U.S. Supreme Court justices, as well as CEOs of major corporations and institutions.  Six of the nine current Justices have studied at HLS.   Harvard Law School is consistently the best represented law school among the faculty at law schools nationwide and among the attorneys at the top law firms in the U.S.

Director of the HLS Annual Fund

The ideal candidate for this position will have a demonstrated track record as an annual fund professional with expertise in relationship management, both internally with staff and colleagues as well as externally with high-level donors and volunteers. The incoming Director will have responsibility for expanding a culture of philanthropy that emphasizes relationship fundraising.  To provide the proactive thought, planning, and implementation leadership required, the incoming Director will be strategic, data-driven and results-oriented.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Development and Alumni Relations, the Director of the HLS Annual Fund is responsible for leading a comprehensive annual fundraising program.   The Director will oversee all Annual Fund programs including: Reunion Giving, Leadership-level giving, Direct Mail, Phonathon, Class Agents, e-campaigns, Harvard Law School Student Campaign, as well as other targeted constituent appeals and programs.  The Director of the HLS Annual Fund will be responsible for sustaining the current success, expanding the base of annual fund donors, building a deeper annual giving culture, as well as maximizing overall future growth of unrestricted annual support. 

Director of Alumni Relations

Harvard Law School seeks an enthusiastic and strategic professional for the position of Director of Alumni Relations. The position is responsible for the planning and implementation of programs and projects that engage alumni in strengthening a connection to HLS that extends beyond traditional reunion programs. The Director of Alumni Relations will have the opportunity to solidify and expand the mission of the Harvard Law School Association (HLSA), working with HLSA Executive Leadership, as well as with local clubs to develop tools and programs to support existing volunteer relationships as well as build new ones.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Development and Alumni Relations, the Director of Alumni Relations oversees all alumni programs including reunions and events, volunteers and a global network of alumni clubs and affinity groups. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative and must be strategic, well-organized and goal-oriented, with an outgoing and positive personality, strong interpersonal skills, and a collaborative work-style. This position will be responsible for forging key relationships and alliances with HLSA committees and clubs as well as reunion volunteers.    The successful candidate will develop programs to enhance and deepen alumni engagement with HLS including the usage of social media and technology to inform and engage alumni throughout the world.    The Director will also have responsibility for devising strategies and developing programs and opportunities to engage alumni who have not been actively involved with HLS.

Associate Director of Major Gifts

Harvard Law School's Major Gifts team is responsible for raising over $30 Million annually in new gifts and pledges for the Law School’s wide range of programs and initiatives that support the educational mission of HLS.   The ideal candidate will possess a sophisticated understanding of the business of development, and will demonstrate strong relationship building skills.  S/he will have a proven history of successful major gift solicitations, soliciting and closing 6+ figure gifts as both the lead prospect manager and as part of a solicitation team.

Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts, the Associate Director of Major Gifts is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospects with giving capacity of $250,000 or more and will have demonstrated ability to form and leverage relationships with top prospects, effectively manage volunteers and secure significant gifts through effective prospect management. S/he will actively manage a portfolio of 200+ prospects at various relationship and proposal stages.  The successful candidate must also possess proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, engage and work with senior level staff, donors, and volunteers and to initiate and forge effective relationships with academic leaders and faculty.

To apply or refer candidates for any of these exciting positions, contact Zena Lum, Search Director, at zlum@lllsearches.com

JOSLIN DIABETES CENTER
Director of Development, Annual and Leadership Giving
Boston, MA
www.joslin.org 

Joslin Diabetes Center, a teaching and research affiliate of Harvard Medical School, is a one-of-a-kind institution on the front lines of the world epidemic of diabetes — leading the battle to conquer diabetes in all of its forms through cutting-edge research and innovative approaches to clinical care and education. It is the world’s leading diabetes research and clinical care organization. The discoveries achieved there improve the lives of people with diabetes worldwide and offer the greatest hope for a cure.

At Joslin, every person is dedicated to realizing its vision of life without diabetes and its complications.  Joslin today has more than 600 employees in three major divisions: Joslin Research, a highly collaborative team dedicated to preventing and curing type 1 and type 2 diabetes; Joslin Clinic, the world’s first and most respected diabetes care facility: and Joslin Strategic Initiatives, which develops and markets innovative programs, products and services. 
The broad goal of annual and leadership giving is to raise primarily unrestricted funds for Joslin’s areas of greatest need, including patient care, education and research.  The specific goal of the Director of Development is to provide strategic direction to fundraising programs whose purpose is to build a critical pipeline for the long-term donor base of Joslin.  Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Director will create, implement and evaluate a comprehensive annual plan to increase strategic solicitation of support from individuals and corporations utilizing event sponsorships, direct mail, leadership ($1K-$10K) gifts to the Elliot P. Joslin Society, and cause marketing.  S/he will manage a team charged with these responsibilities as well as the growth of the pool of event volunteers.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5-7 years in unrestricted fundraising, corporate solicitations, and annual giving programs, including success in signature events management, cause marketing programs, third-party events and direct mail. This is an ideal position for a fundraiser who holds an appreciation of and commitment to the mission of Joslin Diabetes Center.

Contact Jill Lasman, Senior Vice President, at jlasman@lllsearches.com

MIT SLOAN SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
Major Gifts Officer
Cambridge, MA
http://mitsloan.mit.edu

The MIT Sloan School of Management is one of the world’s leading business schools, conducting cutting-edge research and providing management education to top students from more than 60 countries. The school is part of MIT’s rich intellectual tradition of education and research.

Established in 1914, the school’s mission today is to develop principled and innovative leaders who improve the world and to generate ideas that advance management practice.  MIT Sloan offers undergraduate, master’s, MBA, and PhD programs while maintaining ambitious and successful global reach initiatives that encompasses projects in 18 countries and business school partnerships in Russia, China, South Korea, India, Brazil, and France. 

The school’s 20,000 distinguished alumni reside in 90 countries.  Reflecting Sloan’s strong commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship, more than 600 companies have been founded by MIT alums; in fact, if the active companies founded by MIT graduates formed an independent nation, their revenues would make that nation at least the 17th largest economy in the world.    

This is an outstanding career advancement opportunity for the major gifts offer who wants to use his/her skills in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.   The successful candidate will have a solid background in major gifts with experience initiating and closing six- and seven-figure gifts.  He/she will also possess a natural curiosity and enthusiasm about Sloan’s alumni, programs, and faculty.
     
Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving, the Major Gifts Officer will play a substantial role in outlining and modeling execution of best fundraising practices.  He/she will identify, cultivate, and solicit prospective donors who have the capacity to make financial commitments of $100,000+. It is anticipated that the geographic areas for this position will the Midwest and metro Boston. 

Contact Megan Abbett, Search Director, at mabbett@lllsearches.com

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
East Lansing, MI
www.msu.edu

Michigan State University (MSU) is one of the top 100 universities in the world and the eighth largest in the United States. Founded in 1855, MSU is a major public university with global reach and extraordinary impact. MSU ranks in the top 30 nationally in 18 different disciplines and is home to more Rhodes Scholars in the past 25 years than any other Big Ten School. Today, MSU is stronger and more influential than it has ever been and there is unmistakable momentum.

The Michigan State University Office of University Development is the core of MSU’s recently reorganized University Advancement program. University Development leads all fundraising activities across the university and is dedicated to state-of-the-art service to the university and its more than 442,000 alumni living worldwide. 

Associate Vice President for University Development

Reporting to the Vice President of University Advancement, the Associate Vice President will serve as a senior member of its leadership team which will lead the planning and execution of a major capital campaign expected to go public in 2013 or 2014.  S/he will be charged with developing an exemplary, integrated development program that will advance the quality and reputation of the university. Additionally, the AVP will provide the leadership and direction for University Development and will take the lead in strengthening fundraising initiatives.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned advancement professional with 8-10 years of progressive experience and demonstrated leadership and management skills.  S/he will have a strong track record of leading staff and volunteers as well as experience with major, principal, and planned giving.  Management experience in a major capital campaign is highly desirable.   A commitment to and an appreciation for the values of a research intensive, land-grant university is essential.

Director of Individual Giving

MSU is seeking a dynamic, results-driven individual to direct their individual giving program which is comprised of three inter-related teams – Regional Major Gifts, Gift Planning, and Special Gifts.  The Director will be charged with growing the individual giving program both in terms of dollars raised and donors secured.  Reporting to the Associate Vice President for University Development, the Director of Individual Giving will work closely with the Vice President for University Advancement in developing strategy for top donors, accelerating and expanding the major gift pipeline through an expanded staff, and assisting with the planning and execution of the next major capital campaign for MSU.

The successful candidate will be a seasoned advancement professional with 8-10 years of experience in professional major gift fundraising working with individual donors on gifts of six and seven figures or more.  Experience in managing staff in a collaborative and fast-paced environment is necessary for success while experience in higher education, health care or similarly complex decentralized environments is strongly preferred. A commitment to and an appreciation for the values of a research intensive, land-grant university is essential.

Senior Director of Development, Eli Broad College of Business

This pivotal front-line fundraising position presents an exciting opportunity for a dynamic development professional.  As MSU strategically positions itself to enter a second billion dollar-plus campaign, the Eli Broad College of Business desires and deserves an accomplished, results-oriented fundraiser/manager who can lead a team of six full-time fundraisers and one alumni relations professional. As one of the top 25 business schools and the best supply chain management program in the nation, Eli Broad College of Business climbed from 28th in last year’s US News and World Report’s rankings to 24th this year. The supply chain program, offered through the business school, rose from No. 2 to No. 1 in the nation.  With a robust and active alumni community, this is an exciting opportunity for a professional who wishes to lead and continue to build a strong fundraising team, spearhead a $90 million campaign effort, and work closely with senior administrators and leadership to accomplish great success on behalf of the Eli Broad College of Business. 

To learn more about any of these exciting MSU opportunities, contact Megan Abbett, Search Director, at mabbett@lllsearches.com

MONTEFIORE MEDICAL CENTER
Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations
New York, New York
www.montefiore.org

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a leader in specialty and chronic care as well as in children’s health, Montefiore was named among that publication’s top 50 “America’s Best Hospitals” hospitals in geriatrics, diabetes and endocrinology, and neurology and neurosurgery. The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore -– recently listed among the top 10 in the nation in kidney disorders and among the top 25 in the nation in neurology and neurosurgery -– has been consistently ranked in “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals.” Montefiore is the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

Montefiore Medical Center’s mission is to heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities it serves. Established in 1884 as a hospital for patients with chronic illnesses, the institution’s history is rich with pioneering medical firsts and research, as well as an exceptional dedication to the community. As a major academic medical center, Montefiore builds excellence with top physicians, extraordinary nurses and devoted staff who deliver seamless, coordinated care to millions of residents in the New York metropolitan region and beyond.

Montefiore is now seeking a seasoned fundraising professional with seven to ten years of experience and a proven track record with corporate and foundation philanthropy to serve as Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations. Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining relationships with national, regional, and local foundations to raise money for clinical and research priorities, capital needs, and community service initiatives.

The Director will steward current funders, cultivate new prospects, and manage all grant writing and reporting. S/he will also focus on an active moves management/major gifts approach to re-energizing existing funder relationships and identifying/creating
relationships with new funders on behalf of Montefiore. The selected candidate will bring energy, creativity, and a commitment to teamwork as the organization builds upon its success.

Contact Maureen Huminik, Vice President, mhuminik@lllsearches.com

MORGAN MEMORIAL GOODWILL INDUSTRIES
Vice President of Marketing and Development
Boston, MA
www.goodwillmass.org

Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries' mission is to provide exemplary job training and related services to help individuals with disabilities and other barriers to self-sufficiency to achieve independence and dignity through work. In all endeavors, Morgan Memorial Goodwill views its role in the community  as “Not charity, but a chance.”

Since its founding in 1895, Goodwill has been dedicated to the social justice mission of serving individuals, families, and communities with the greatest needs by helping people go to work to be able to support themselves and their families. Goodwill annually serves 9,000 low-income, unemployed and underemployed adults in its job training and career services programs, and 1,000 young people in its youth services programs. Further, Goodwill makes high quality clothing and household goods available at very reasonable prices through The Goodwill Stores. Goodwill is a major employer of individuals with disabilities in the social enterprises it operates in retail, housekeeping, and maintenance, food service, and light assembly.

Morgan Memorial Goodwill Industries is affiliated with Goodwill Industries International, a network of more than 165 community-based Goodwills in the United States and Canada.

Morgan Memorial Goodwill is seeking a strategic, visionary, and entrepreneurial professional who possesses strong expertise in marketing as well as development.  This is a wonderful, high level opportunity at one of the Boston's best known institutions. 

This is a new position and LLLS is now compiling a complete summary.  To obtain this description when it becomes available or to learn more in the meantime, contact Zena Lum, Search Director, at zlum@lllsearches.com

NEW CANAAN COUNTRY SCHOOL
Director of Advancement
New Canaan, CT
www.countryschool.net

Founded in 1916, New Canaan Country School is located in suburban Fairfield County, CT, and occupies 75 wooded acres with six major buildings, five playing fields, and a 35-acre nature preserve.

The Country School is seeking a Director of Advancement with experience in and a passion for independent schools.  The next Director of Advancement will take a highly successful advancement program to the next level of excellence. The Country School recently completed a $23 M capital campaign, raises $1.6 million annually -- with 90% parent participation -- and boasts a $27.1M endowment. The Board of Directors has recently approved a Master Plan which includes renovation and expansion projects. Philanthropy will play a significant role in achieving these goals.  

For 95 years, New Canaan Country School has combined a deep belief in tradition and the educational value of fundamental skills with an ongoing commitment to creative teaching and continuous self-evaluation. The result is a dynamic school environment in which children from kindergarten to middle school thrive.  With a strong academic curriculum, small classes, and an exceptional faculty, New Canaan Country School prepares children for success at the next level of schooling, while teaching them to be life-long learners, ask questions, take risks, respect others, and be resilient in an increasingly complex world.

The Director of Advancement will manage all advancement functions as well as communications and will serve on the Senior Administrative Leadership Team.  Qualifications for this position include a minimum of ten years fundraising experience in progressively responsible positions, managerial experience, a proven track record of successful cultivation and solicitation of major philanthropists, experience managing volunteer committees, and expertise in campaign planning and implementation.   Experience fundraising for an independent school is highly preferable. 

Contact Wendy Schiffman Wilsker, Search Director, at wschiffman@lllsearches.com

THE PEW CHARITABLE TRUSTS
Principal Gifts Officer (multiple positions)
Washington, DC
www.pewtrusts.org

The Pew Charitable Trusts, an independent nonprofit, is the sole beneficiary of seven individual charitable funds established between 1948 and 1979 by two sons and two daughters of Sun Oil Company founder Joseph N. Pew and his wife, Mary Anderson Pew.  From its first day in 1948, Pew’s founders steeped the institution with the entrepreneurial and optimistic spirit that characterized their lives.  Early priorities supported a cancer-research institute, a museum, higher education, the Red Cross and a pioneering project to assist historically black colleges.

As the issues of the late 1940s and following decades evolved, Pew has remained dedicated to its founders’ emphasis on innovation and an entrepreneurial approach and today applies that discipline to improve public policy, inform the public and stimulate civic life in three broad arenas – the health of Americans, the environment, both in the US and internationally and a range of issues affecting the 50 states.  Whatever the particular programmatic focus, Pew’s work is driven by a common mission - to improve public policy, inform the public and stimulate civic life.  Now, in its seventh decade, Pew has an expansive record of thoughtful, creative responses to the crucial issues of the day.

In 2004 the Trusts became a public charity.  This change of status allowed for greater flexibility to engage in new initiatives and operate programs for maximum effectiveness and efficiency.  Since then Pew has partnered with a diverse range of donors, public and private organizations, and concerned citizens, who share a commitment to fact-based solutions and goal-driven investments to improve society.  The Philanthropic Partnership Group identifies and works with external partners to secure resources which can leverage Pew’s expertise and experience to achieve mutual goals.

LOIS L. LINDAUER SEARCHES is proud to be partnering with Pew as it builds a high level team of fundraisers to serve as Principal Gift Officers (PGOs) who will drive efforts to raise $100 million a year for Pew’s diverse programs.  As members of the senior leadership team of the Philanthropic Partnership Group, these individuals will contribute to the overall strategy and operation of fundraising at Pew.  Pew is seeking accomplished, sophisticated, and externally-focused fundraisers who will spend at least 50 percent of their time out of the office in order to cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of high value prospects and donors at the $5 million level and above.  PGOs will be individuals who can build successful working relationships with senior officers in the corporate and foundation world, partner with high profile individual donors and earn the trust and respect of the program officers of Pew.

To learn more, read our Pew Charitable Trusts Email Announcement. For a detailed description or to apply for this position contact Jill Lasman, Senior Vice President, at jlasman@lllsearches.com

PLANNED PARENTHOOD FEDERATION OF AMERICA
New York, NY
www.plannedparenthood.org

For nearly a century Planned Parenthood has fought for a world where every woman has immediate and unfettered access to the basic reproductive care and knowledge that is her human right. With its 84 affiliates managing more than 800 health centers nationwide, Planned Parenthood provides family planning and reproductive health care services, education, and information to millions of women, men, and young people each year. 

Now, as the leading reproductive rights advocate, health care provider, and sex educator for women, Planned Parenthood looks to its next 100 years. After examining the major trends impacting the organization, the Federation came together to create a vision for the future that is embodied by the goals of its new five year strategic plan: becoming the source for sexuality education, sexual health information, and care for young women and men – all to help create the healthiest generation ever.

To achieve its strategic objectives, Planned Parenthood has identified three pillars of organizational commitment which include: fostering a culture that embraces change; refreshing the Planned Parenthood brand and speaking with one voice; and securing a long-term sustainable base of philanthropic funding.  
As part of its effort to optimize the organization’s fundraising, Planned Parenthood has partnered with LLLS to secure distinguished development leaders for the following high level positions. 

National Director of Principal and Major Gifts

Overseeing a staff of eight to eleven and reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the National Director of Principal and Major Gifts is charged with elevating the institution’s already strong major gifts program by instituting best practices and providing effective membership and supervision to frontline staffers.  In this highly visible role, the selected candidate will focus on taking major gifts giving from $14 million per year to $20 million per year.  The National Director will maintain a portfolio of the Federation’s highest level donors (over $250,000) and will serve as expert counsel to major/principal gifts officers, CEOs and VPs of Planned Parenthood affiliates across America.

To qualify for this position, candidates must possess a minimum of ten years progressively responsible development experience and at least five years of management experience. The selected candidate will have a solid track record in the entire solicitation cycle – from identification to stewardship – and will be experienced in closing gifts at the seven-figure level and above. A savvy relationship builder, the successful candidate will also possess a strong background engaging all internal and external constituents, including board members, volunteer corps, affiliate leaders, physicians, and educators.   To serve as an articulate champion of the institution, he/she will have superlative oral and written communications skills.

This is an exceptional, high profile position for the seasoned major gifts officer who has solid management experience and passion for women’s issues and Planned Parenthood’s mission.   
A bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree preferred.  Some travel and weekend work will be necessary.    

Director of Major Gifts

Reporting to the National Director, Principal & Major Gifts and managing an Associate Director of Major Gifts and two regional major gifts officers, the Director, Major Gifts will work collaboratively with and provide counsel to PPFA’s senior leadership, and affiliate CEOs and VPs to effectively identify, qualify, engage, and convert a pipeline of major donor prospects into a rich portfolio of committed donors. He/she  will be responsible for personally managing a national portfolio of donors and prospects rated in the $10K to $250K range. 

A critical part of the Director’s role will be to lead the institution’s high priority Collaborative Fundraising Initiative.  Working closely with the VPs of five affiliates, the Director will leverage opportunities to enhance fundraising revenues across all the organizations through collaborative cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.

The ideal candidate will possess at least eight years of development experience with evidence of progressive responsibility and a proven track record in cultivating, soliciting, and closing gifts of $10,000 to $250,000.  He/she should also have experience in effectively stewarding donors and working within a campaign environment.  The successful candidate will also have the ability to understand and clearly articulate programmatic areas of the organization – both at the affiliate level and the headquarters level –and to synthesize these concisely and persuasively (in person and in writing). In addition, the successful candidate will have at least three years of management experience. 

This is an excellent career advancement opportunity for the accomplished major gifts officer to manage a small team and provide strategic vision to the Collaborative Fundraising Initiative. 

To qualify candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) and a passion for women’s issues and Planned Parenthood’s mission. Some travel and weekend work will be required. 

To obtain detailed job descriptions of either of these positions, contact Barbara Weener, Vice President, at bweener@lllsearches.com

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment. PPFA does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Planned Parenthood Federation of America is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

PRO MUJER INTERNATIONAL
Chief Development and Communications Officer
New York, New York
www.promujer.org

An international women’s empowerment network committed to bettering the lives of poor women and their families in Latin America, Pro Mujer provides integrated services including microfinance, healthcare, and business training so women can take an active role in changing their lives while creating a better future for themselves and their families. Its services are based on the belief that when women prosper, all of society benefits and succeeding generations are given a better start in life.

Now in its 21st year, Pro Mujer is active in five countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Mexico, Nicaragua and Peru.  Internationally acclaimed for its services, delivery, and innovations, the organization has received numerous awards from such entities as Forbes magazine and the Clinton Global Initiative.  In 2009, Pro Mujer was ranked ninth in the “Top Ten Outstanding Nonprofits Worldwide,” a survey conducted of 107 non-profits by 131 international microfinance experts.

The Chief Development and Communications Officer holds overall responsibility for development and communications including: initiating, maintaining and building the major gifts program of individual donors at the $25,000+ level; significantly increasing international philanthropic funding from corporations and foundations; overseeing the annual gala ($1M gross); Board recruitment and stewardship; and creating and implementing an international communications plan inclusive of deliverables.   This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer, is part of the executive team, is an active participant in the Board Development Committee, and supervises development and communications staff and consultants.

This position is a rare opportunity for the development professional who is highly motivated and seeks to make a difference in the world by working with an effective and highly visible institution.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven to ten years or experience in nonprofit fundraising, preferably in the areas of corporations and foundations with international and/or women’s organizations. For a detailed description or to apply for this position contact Lisa Abair Vuona, Search Director, at lmabair@lllsearches.com

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL HEALTH SYSTEM
Senior Director, Major Gifts and Gift Planning
Houston, TX
www.stlukestexas.com

St. Luke's Episcopal Health System (SLEHS) has a unique commitment to patient care.  As a faith-based, non-profit organization, St. Luke's believes that true healing involves the body, mind, and spirit.  Founded by the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, SLEHS is a comprehensive health system that contributes to enhancing community health by delivering superior value in high-quality, cost-effective care for Houston's diverse community.  The system is anchored by the 864-bed St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital, located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical campus in the world.

St. Luke's is recognized as one of the top 10 hospitals in the United States for the complexity of its caseload. The Texas Heart Institute at St. Luke's has the distinction of being ranked by U.S. News and World Report in the top 10 for cardiology and heart surgery for an incredible 21 consecutive years.  As a testament to the quality of its patient care, SLEH also is among the nation's leading hospitals in diabetes and endocrinology; ear, nose and throat; gastroenterology; geriatrics; and urology.  In addition to national rankings, the hospital is renowned for for its clinical programs in the areas of cancer; gynecology; nephrology; neurology and neurosurgery; orthopedics; and pulmonology.
  
The Senior Director, Major Gifts and Gift Planning position offers a unique opportunity to join a "startup" development program.  This position requires an outcomes-driven, motivated self-starter and collaborator with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to build a major-gift and planned-giving program from the ground up.  A passion for, and experience in, healthcare philanthropy will provide the foundation to work in collaboration with the senior development team to create a unique and transformational grateful patient program, maximizing strategic partnerships with medical staff and developing engagement opportunities for donor prospects.

Contact Wendy Schiffman Wilsker, Search Director, at wschiffman@lllsearches.com

SHANDS HEALTHCARE/UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
Director of Annual Giving
Gainesville, FL
www.shands.org

University of Florida Shands HealthCare (UF&Shands) is one of the Southeast's premier health systems, affiliated with the University of Florida Health Science Center campuses in Gainesville and Jacksonville.  In addition to two teaching hospitals, UF&Shands encompasses a children’s hospital, cancer hospital, two specialty hospitals (rehabilitation and behavioral health), two homecare agencies, an array of outpatient services, and multispecialty group practices. 

Shands is highly regarded for its comprehensive programs and its quality.  The system consistently earns top-50 rankings in the annual listing of America’s “Best Hospitals,” published by U.S. News and World Report.

The first public medical school in the state, the University of Florida (UF) College of Medicine is the academic anchor of Shands, representing a unique collaboration between a strong, comprehensive health system and six health profession colleges. The College of Medicine has ranked in the top 50 medical schools for the past six years.  UF medical alumni are routinely lauded for their accomplishments across the state, nation and world, and their innovations and discoveries have advanced patient care, medical research, and medical education for generations.

In 2011, the philanthropic efforts of the University of Florida College of Medicine and Shands HealthCare merged. This combined department seeks an experienced, visionary, and creative Director of Annual Giving to enhance annual giving for both the UF College of Medicine and Shands HealthCare. This is an outstanding annual giving position for the professional who has a strong background in direct mail and who wishes to work in a dynamic healthcare environment. 

This position presents the opportunity for a pivotal moment in the career of a motivated and entrepreneurial professional looking to take an exciting next step in their career. The Director of Annual Giving will assist the Senior Director of Operations and Development in building a comprehensive annual giving program for Shands at the University of Florida. This person will create and implement UF&Shands Direct Mail for targeted groups of alumni and friends, create and implement a fundraising strategy for annual campaign and set fundraising goals and develop plans necessary to successfully meet goals. The Director of Annual Giving will implement robust web/on-line giving program and provide direct oversight of Shands gift processing and other UF&Shands event related operations.

A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position as are five to seven years of complex fundraising experience in a complex academic medical center preferred.  Candidate should have at least two years direct mail and event specific solicitation experience, proven success, senior leadership skills and a collaborative team approach to fund development essential.  Previous experience relationship building and stewarding of donors and prospects is essential. Previous supervisory experience is preferred.  Moderate in-state travel will be required.

Contact Wendy Schiffman Wilsker, Search Director, at wschiffman@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO
Buffalo, New York
www.buffalo.edu

University at Buffalo is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence.  The school is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking, and pragmatic dreaming that enable it to positively impact others every day. As the largest and most comprehensive campus in the State University of New York system, University at Buffalo counts over 200,000 alumni in 130 countries, with more than 120,000 former students in New York state alone.

University at Buffalo spends more than $349.4 million annually on research, seeking knowledge that leads to new cures, improved processes, stronger materials, faster computers, smarter software, smaller machines and thousands of other improvements. The school offers a curriculum and campus-learning experience  that prepares students for life and work in an increasingly interconnected, global society.

Senior Director of Development
The Senior Director of Development for the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at the University at Buffalo is responsible for leading a comprehensive program that successfully meets the college’s goals for long and short term private support.  Duties and assignments include, but are not limited to, working closely with the Dean, major gift officers, development staff, volunteers, department chairs and key faculty in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding prospects and donors capable of gifts of $250,000 or more while also assisting in recruiting and managing volunteer committees.

Additional responsibilities include providing supervisory oversight and mentoring  to CAS development staff, and participation as a full member of the University Development Team, working closely with the Dean and college administration, faculty, and key volunteers to execute major and gift planning, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies. The successful candidate will produce, implement, and manage strategic and operating plans in areas of responsibility,  establish coordinated goals, and implement programs to meet goals in concert with the university, college, and development policies and priorities. The Senior Director reports to the Vice President for Development and Alumni Relations, and works closely with the Principal Gifts Officer for the College of Arts and Sciences.

Director of Gift Planning
The University at Buffalo is entering a period of great promise and momentum. The institution is guided by UB 2020, a visionary plan to grow UB in size and stature and leverage its strategic strengths to become a nationally ranked, model 21st-century university. Bold ambitions require big investments; UB is leveraging and realigning existing resources while seeking substantial new revenue from sponsored research, new partnerships and private philanthropy. It is in this latter area—private philanthropy—where the university has the biggest potential.

University at Buffalo is embarking on the largest campaign in the school’s history. The Director of Gift Planning will join a team of development professionals focused on engaging and soliciting prospects in a professional and collaborative environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, working closely with key internal partners in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding prospects and donors capable of gifts of $100,000 or more.

The Director of Gift Planning will personally identify and manage, through qualification, cultivation, solicitation, gift planning prospects with the goal of successfully closing outright, bequest and life-income gifts.  S/he will maintain a regular schedule of visitation, primarily outside of the Western New York region, to individuals capable of making gifts of $100,000 or more; draft gift proposals designed to encourage planned gifts; and participate in the process of developing effective cultivation and solicitation strategies for donors managed directly by internal development partners. The Director of Gift Planning reports to the Assistant Vice President for Gift Planning and works collaboratively with other members of the Gift Planning team.

Contact Megan Abbett, Search Director, at mabbett@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO
Chicago, IL
www.uchicago.edu

The University of Chicago is one of the world’s pre-eminent research universities.  Established in 1890, the university has been the intellectual home of 85 Nobel Prize winners as well as numerous Rhodes Scholars and MacArthur Foundation, National Medal of Science, and Mellon Distinguished Achievement award recipients.  In addition to an exceptional undergraduate program, the University of Chicago encompasses six distinguished graduate professional schools, including the Booth School of Business, Pritzker School of Medicine, Irving B. Harris Graduate School of Public Policy Studies, and schools of divinity, law, and social service administration.

The university’s unparalleled academic programs and research is matched by a wide array of facilities and programs that benefit Chicago area residents, the nation, and the world. 

Executive Director of Development
University of Chicago College 

The College has been providing undergraduates with a world-class education since the founding of the University of Chicago.  For over 100 years, students have thrived in an environment that encourages critical inquiry and independent thought. With programs and classes to engage the mind and challenge assumptions, the College continues its proud tradition of providing a rigorous, interdisciplinary education set within a supportive intellectual and cultural community.

The 5,000 students –- who come from all over the world to earn their undergraduate degrees –- are able to select from 49 majors and 22 minors. 

This is an excellent position for the experienced development professional to work in a world renowned institution and lead an already thriving development program.  The position reports to the Dean of the College and to the College’s Assistant Vice President of Leadership Giving.  The successful candidate will lead, inspire, and mentor a staff of four as they work to engage the College’s half million prospects.  In addition, the selected candidate will manage his/her own portfolio of top prospects, work closely with the Dean on his prospects, and develop key campaign priorities. 

To qualify, candidates must possess at least seven years of progressively responsible fundraising experience with a demonstrated track record of soliciting and closing major gifts.  At least three years of management experience is required, as are superior oral and written communications skills. 

To apply for this position or to obtain a detailed position description, contact Barbara Weener, Vice President, at bweener@lllsearches.com

Executive Director of Development
Becker Friedman Institute
http://mfi.uchicago.edu/

The Gary Becker Milton Friedman Institute for Research in Economics was established in June of this year, combining the strengths of the three-year-old Friedman Institute and the Becker Center on Chicago Price Theory. The Institute is named for two UChicago Nobel laureates in Economic Sciences, University Professor Gary S. Becker and his mentor, the late Milton Friedman—two iconoclasts who became icons in the field.

A collaboration of the University of Chicago Department of Economics, the Booth School of Business, and the law school, the Institute provides multidisciplinary support for the research activities of faculty and students. These include topical research conferences, a robust Visiting Fellows program, and a Research Scholars program that attracts both promising new postgraduates and accomplished senior scholars. The Institute also works to cultivate the next generation of economists through events and research experiences for graduate and undergraduate students.

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Institute and the Senior Associate Vice President of Alumni Relations and Development, the selected candidate will lead all advancement programs in this high visibility position.  He/she will be charged with taking a relatively new development program to the next level by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting prospects nationally and internationally.  This is a wonderful opportunity for the sophisticated fundraiser who wants to build his/her own program. 

This position requires a minimum of eight years development experience in large, complex nonprofit institutions as well as a demonstrated track record in closing high level gifts (six figures and above) and working confidently with senior leadership.  This position will entail frequent national and international travel. 

To apply for this position or to obtain a detailed position description, contact Barbara Weener, Vice President, at bweener@lllsearches.com

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. 

UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE
Senior Director of Development for Colleges and Programs
Newark, DE
www.udel.edu

The University of Delaware (UD), recently listed as the eighth national up-and-coming university in the 2011 edition of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News Media Group, offers premier academic programs focusing on the most compelling challenges of our time.  With roots reaching back to 1743, The University of Delaware is now a community of 16,000 undergraduates, 3,500 graduate students, 1,200 faculty, and 143,000 alumni, who excel in diverse fields and hail from all corners of the world.  The university is setting out on a new path designed to engage closely with the critical issues of our day, to increase the global impact of the university, and to raise its prominence in the world.

A state-assisted, privately governed institution, the University of Delaware is a major U.S. research university with over 50 research centers, seven colleges, and three schools. According to a new survey released July 26, 2011 by The Chronicle of Higher Education, the University of Delaware is also one of the best colleges in the nation for which to work.  For the third year in a row, UD was cited for its “Compensation and Benefits” in The Chronicle’s "Great Colleges to Work For" program.  Results are based on a survey of more than 44,000 employees at 310 colleges and universities. 

The Senior Director of Development for Colleges and Programs will be a key participant in taking this program to the next level of excellence. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of University Development, the Senior Director will manage the Directors of Development of UD's colleges and programs and will be responsible for the establishment and achievement of fundraising goals within these units. 

The successful candidate will manage a team of 20, including seven college Directors of Development as well as an additional director supporting the Provost.  This role will also instill best practices and support a culture of strategic collaboration across all college units, including proactive prospect management.  The Senior Director will demonstrate insightful analysis of data and metrics, raising individual gift level expectations while establishing viable goals and implementing targeted strategies for meeting those goals as well as an effective evaluation process.

This is an ideal position for a development professional with experience managing major gift officers to expand upon that track record of success while retaining personal portfolio responsibilities. For a detailed description or to apply for this position, contact Jill Lasman at jlasman@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND
Director of Development, School of Medicine
Baltimore, MD
www.medschool.umaryland.edu

The University of Maryland School of Medicine, located in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, is searching for a seasoned development professional to serve as Director of Development for the Department of Medicine, the school’s largest department.  The person serving in this position will report to the Assistant Dean for Development and be a key member of a growing major gifts staff.

The University of Maryland School of Medicine is one of the world’s leading medical schools, ranking sixth among all public medical schools in total research funding in fiscal year 2011.  Private philanthropy to the school has grown over the last 10 years and the school is in the quiet phase of the most ambitious capital campaign in its history.  Meeting the campaign’s goals and continuing the unprecedented and very positive momentum in development over the past 10 years requires the addition of this position and other seasoned major gift officers to support development efforts within the various departments and units of the medical school. 

The Director of Development for the Department of Medicine carries out fundraising efforts for the Department of Medicine providing essential development support and working with physicians/faculty on the discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift prospects and donors.  The selected candidate will focus on soliciting gifts of at least $25,000 ranging up to gifts in the seven-figures and above.  This professional will be a critical member of the School of Medicine’s major gift’s team and will work within the Department of Medicine to fashion a comprehensive development program that seeks to secure contributions from grateful patients, alumni, friends, and others.  The professional serving in this role interacts on a regular basis with hospital fundraising officers employed by the University of Maryland Medical System Foundation in crafting joint strategies for the mutual benefit of both the hospital and the School of Medicine.  The University of Maryland Medical System Foundation is the fundraising arm of the School of Medicine’s clinical partners -- the University of Maryland Medical Center and the University of Maryland Medical System.

To qualify for this senior role, candidates must be experienced development professionals with minimum qualifications of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, five years experience developing complex fundraising strategies, and a demonstrated track record in major gifts.  An advanced degree and experience fundraising in an academic medical setting are preferred. 

Contact Zena Lum, Search Director, at zlum@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN-DEARBORN
Vice Chancellor for Institutional Advancement
Dearborn, MI
www.umd.umich.edu

The University of Michigan is one of the top universities in the world, a diverse public institution of higher learning which also fosters excellence in research.  Known as one of the top five “Public Ivies,” the university’s leading position in higher education rests on the outstanding quality of its many schools and colleges and its internationally recognized departments and programs. 

The University of Michigan-Dearborn shares with the university’s flagship campus a commitment to outstanding academic quality.  Originally known for its elite engineering and management programs, the Dearborn campus now offers over 90 academic majors, 28 master’s degree programs, and three doctoral degree programs across all disciplines. Both the College of Engineering and Computer Science and the College of Business have been designated as some of the best programs in the nation and region.  In 2011, U.S. News and World Report ranked the University of Michigan-Dearborn as one of the best public universities in the Mid-West. 

Since its founding in 1959 with a gift of 196 acres from Ford Motor Company, the University of Michigan-Dearborn has been dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities in southeastern Michigan. One third of the campus, more than 70 acres, is maintained as one of the largest natural areas in metropolitan Detroit, serving as a research and educational resource for the campus and the region. The Henry Ford Estate, home to the automotive pioneer and his wife, Clara, for more than 30 years and a National Historic Landmark, is located on the University of Michigan-Dearborn campus.

The Vice Chancellor for Institutional Development will report to Dearborn Chancellor Daniel Little and inherit a program that has a strong foundation and tremendous potential.  There are 14 current staff with additional staff expertise available through the university’s central development office.  This is a wonderful opportunity for the highly experienced development professional to make his/her mark at a world-renowned research university that respects and supports the advancement effort. 

To qualify, candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) and a minimum of seven years progressively responsible experience in a higher education setting.  The successful candidate will also be an experienced leader, with a strong background in staff building, retention, and the implementation of best practices.  Candidates must also have experience closing gifts at and above the six-figure level and outstanding oral and written communications skills. 

Contact Jill Lasman, Senior Vice President, at jlasman@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
Chief Advancement Officer
Winston-Salem, NC
www.uncsa.edu

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts (UNCSA) seeks a Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) to lead its comprehensive advancement efforts to new levels of excellence and achievement.  The CAO’s chief aim is to attract resources to further UNCSA’s vital mission while showcasing and enhancing the institution’s visibility, prestige and influence.  The CAO leads a division which includes Development, Alumni Affairs, and Marketing / Communication.  The CAO works in close partnership with UNCSA’s Chief Executive, Chancellor John Mauceri, to articulate a bold and ambitious vision for advancement efforts.  He or she develops strategies for and effectively integrates UNCSA’s advancement efforts across its art schools, volunteer boards and affiliated foundation. 

Established by an act of the North Carolina General Assembly in 1963, UNCSA is one of seventeen constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina.  UNCSA enrolls 1100 exceptionally talented students in graduate, undergraduate, and high school programs.  It encompasses arts schools in Dance, Design and Production, Drama, Filmmaking, and Music, an academic division (college and high school), and a high school visual arts department. 

Role of the Chief Advancement Officer

• Report directly to Chancellor and serve as core member of Executive Management Team
• Provide innovative leadership for staff of fifteen in development, alumni relations, and marketing / communications by developing effective strategic vision and building infrastructure and capacity
• Interact closely with Board of Trustees, Board of Visitors and Foundation Board
• Maintain close collaborative working relationships with deans and other administrators
• Cultivate personal reputation as a strong and well-regarded leader
• Institute disciplined planning process; enhance and enrich quality of advancement operations
• Expand prospect base; produce consistent revenue growth with emphasis on unrestricted and endowment giving; achieve measurable productivity and return-on-investment that exceeds national norms
• Strengthen fundraising role of volunteer boards and fundraising expertise and leadership among arts school deans
• Lead planning and execution of 50th anniversary comprehensive campaign

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum ten years progressively more responsible and successful experience in advancement preferred, ideally with significant portion of experience in development at a public university, arts conservatory or major arts organization
• Ability to provide superior leadership in a culture that values quality, personal relationships, diplomacy and stability
• Noteworthy accomplishments as development and public relations strategist
• Experience, knowledge and confidence to grow UNCSA’s innovative, results-oriented branding campaign
• Solid record of success in coaching leaders, including presidents, provosts, deans, trustees
• Experience planning and managing comprehensive campaigns; proven consistent ability to close on principal gift solicitations
• Ability to think and act strategically on multiple levels with extraordinary vision and creativity
• Proven management and administrative skills; knowledge of technical best practices for campaign planning, annual giving, major gifts, corporations and foundations, planned giving, alumni relations, marketing
• Ability to work collaboratively, engage and inspire others, and develop a rapport with diverse people and groups
• Superior communications skills
• Passion to assist Chancellor in enhancing UNCSA’s reputation and resources
• Passion for the mission of the institution; demonstrated passion for and knowledge of the arts
• Strong work ethic, positive “can do” attitude, integrity, exceptional judgment and taste, individual initiative, self-confidence, creativity, vision, high energy level, willingness and ability to advocate for resources and structure necessary for success
• Life balance and sense of humor
• Availability for extensive travel

This is a new position and LLLS is now compiling a complete summary.  To obtain this description when it becomes available or to learn more in the meantime, contact Megan Abbett, Search Director, at mabbett@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF OREGON
Senior Director of Development, School of Law
Eugene, OR
www.uoregon.edu

Founded in 1876, the University of Oregon (UO) is a world-class teaching and research institution and Oregon’s flagship public university. The UO is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), an organization made up of the 61 leading public and private research institutions in the United States and Canada. The University of Oregon is only one of two AAU members in the Pacific Northwest.

The University of Oregon is all about energy and education, action and adventure, opportunities and outcomes. Its commitment to academic excellence draws well-rounded students and faculty members to the university’s 263 comprehensive academic programs, many of which rank number one in Oregon and among the top twenty in the nation. The university’s 24,447 students enjoy a 20:1 student teacher ratio. A leader in sustainability, the UO is where tradition meets technology in a classic college campus setting.

UO alumni include two Nobel Prize winners, 10 Pulitzer Prize Winners, 19 Rhodes Scholars, four Marshall Scholars, seven Oregon governors, eight U.S. senators and 18 U.S. representatives.

Founded in 1884, the School of Law combines superior legal education with real-life world experience through exceptional law clinics and externships. Students benefit from small classes and the school’s record of innovation and excellence. Located on the Eugene campus, the School of Law has one of the finest facilities in the country being housed in the Knight Law Center and including a mock courtroom.

• The Oregon Law Review was the first law review in the Northwest.
• The school established the world’s first environmental law clinic.
• Oregon Law is the only school in the Pacific Northwest, and one of the few in the U.S., that has three programs ranked in the “top ten” by U.S. News and World Report (2012): Environmental and Natural Resources Law, Appropriate Dispute Resolution, Legal Research and Writing.
• In March 2010, Prelaw Magazine, a National jurist publication, ranked Oregon Law among its twenty best public interest law schools.

Reporting directly to the Dean of the School of Law and the Assistant Vice President of Schools and Colleges, the Senior Director of Development will be responsible for all strategic planning and implementation to increase fundraising for the school, will be a part of a dynamic team advancing both school and university priorities, and will be the chief fundraiser for the School of Law. The Senior Director will be responsible for the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of prospects with the capacity to make gifts of $100K or more.

The position is field oriented, requiring direct contact with donors and donor prospects. The Senior Director will be responsible for meeting fundraising goals as they relate to the strategic needs of the university. Performance as measured against these goals will be evaluated annually. This position will involve regular travel to meet with gift prospects.

The Senior Director will manage an Associate Director of Development, a Director of Communications, as well as events and support staff. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned fundraiser to shape the fundraising program, to work closely with an inspirational new dean and an energetic faculty, and to create new relationships with alumni and friends.

Qualifications for this position encompasses: a bachelor’s degree; a minimum of five years progressively responsible development experience; extensive experience with major gift fundraising; the ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures; demonstrated ability to manage people, work effectively with volunteers and volunteer boards, and develop strategies to achieve operating goals; and exceptional interpersonal and communications skills.

Contact Lisa Abair, Search Director, at lmabair@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
Senior Director of Regional Advancement
Rochester, NY
www.rochester.edu

Since 2006 LOIS L. LINDAUER SEARCHES has placed 35 of America's top fundraisers at the University of Rochester. We are proud to partner with this distinguished institution as it embarks on its $1.2 billion capital campaign.

The University of Rochester is one of the nation’s leading private universities, with a personal scale that creates exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close work with faculty.  The University consistently ranks among the top colleges and universities nationwide in federally financed science, engineering, medical, and other research.

For more than 150 years, the faculty, students, alumni, and staff of Rochester have been challenging themselves as a community of scholars to advance knowledge, to break new intellectual ground, and to improve the lives of those around them, in Rochester and around the world.

University Advancement is dedicated to building on and growing the visionary philanthropic commitment of George Eastman and his many dedicated successors in altruism to make one of the nation’s finest research universities “ever better.” The University of Rochester makes important contributions across a broad range of endeavors and is strengthened by the alumni, parents, and friends who join as partners in the University’s service to the community and world.

The Senior Director of Regional Advancement, along with the Executive Director of Regional Advancement and International Programs and Executive Director of Leadership Giving, oversees the university’s team of Regional Directors.  In this critical position, the selected candidate will serve as “city manager” for the regions where his/her Regional Directors work.

This position will supervise and motivate Regional Directors with the goal of expanding both the size and the productivity of the university’s prospect pool.  A key member of the Central Advancement team, the successful candidate will ensure that the Regional Advancement Office coordinates activity with School/Unit MG officers for maximum effectiveness.   

The Senior Director will help organize, guide, and manage volunteer activity in key regions led by volunteer Regional Cabinets; monitor staff performance for activity and solicitation; and building a series of robust regional campaigns.  In addition, he/she  will carry a reasonably sized portfolio of prospects (in the range of 50 to 75 top major and leadership gift prospects).  Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of University Advancement, this position requires 25 percent travel. 

Qualifications encompass proven experience in major individual gift fundraising (preferably in higher education) and in cultivating and soliciting prospects capable of gifts at the $50,000+ level; major gift and management success obtained during a large capital campaign and in a sophisticated and complex environment; and a solid knowledge of the principles of fundraising with expertise in all aspects of the gift cycle.  This position also requires a bachelor’s degree and exceptional communications skills.

Contact Wendy Schiffman Wilsker, Search Director, at wschiffman@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER
Vice Chancellor of Development and Alumni Relations
Memphis, TN
www.uthsc.edu

The mission of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) is to bring the benefits of the health sciences to the achievement and maintenance of human health, with a focus on the citizens of Tennessee and the region, by pursuing an integrated program of education, research, clinical care, and public service. The UTHSC campuses -– in Memphis, Knoxville, and Chattanooga –- include colleges of Allied Health Sciences, Dentistry, Graduate Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing and Pharmacy. Patient care, professional education, and research are carried out at affiliated hospitals and clinical sites across Tennessee.

Established in 1911, UTHSC now has a student enrollment of nearly 3,000 and receives nearly $100 million in research funding, including support from the National Institutes of Health.  The center also maintains the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, an interdisciplinary effort that translates scientific discoveries into clinical applications, and a state-of-the-art cancer research facility which houses more than 30 laboratories and 60 scientists. 

The Vice Chancellor of Development and Alumni Affairs will lead, recruit, and motivate a development staff of approximately 20 professionals with the possibility of additional growth over the next four years.  The selected development leader will also be charged with retaining a strong development, alumni affairs, and advancement staff, assisting them in their fundraising and alumni programming efforts and in meeting their performance goals. In addition, he/she will maintain a number of other important collaborative relationships including the Executive Vice Chancellor and COO and Deans on the UTHSC campus, Vice Chancellors for Development and Alumni Affairs at the other UT Campuses, the Executive Director of UT Alumni Association, and development and alumni staff across the system, campus, and other institute levels.

The Vice Chancellor will lead, plan, coordinate, and manage development and alumni affairs programs for UTHSC in the context of the overall University of Tennessee (UT) and UTFI system-wide fundraising goal to boost private giving and increase alumni participation.

The ideal candidate will be a demonstrated leader in philanthropy and relationship building.  He/she will have managed a high performance program in the past and will possess a combination of strong business intellect and in-depth knowledge of effective fundraising strategies and operations to provide management oversight, leadership, and strategic direction to the position.  Qualifications encompass: a strong track record leading philanthropic (including alumni relations)  efforts for a large and complex organization, such as a major academic medical center, integrated health system, university or other distinguished setting; exceptional interpersonal and oral/written communications skills; demonstrated ability to solicit major gifts; and experience leading a successful capital campaign.  A bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree is strongly preferred.

Contact Maureen Huminik, Vice President, at mhuminik@lllsearches.com

UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
Assistant Director, Philanthropic Resources (two positions)
Houston, TX
www.mdanderson.org

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, which marked its 70th anniversary in 2011, is one of the world's most-respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. Located in central Houston on the campus of the Texas Medical Center, MD Anderson has been ranked No 1 in cancer care by U.S. News and World Report for seven of the past nine years. 

In addition to its world renowned patient care and research programs – ranking first in number of grants and total dollars awarded by the National Cancer Institute – MD Anderson is also a progressive, and highly regarded employer; it has been ranked among the “Top 40 Best Places to Work” by The Scientist magazine and recognized as a top employer for workers over 50 by AARP.   

The members of the MD Anderson Cancer Center Development Office are partners with faculty, administrators, and lay volunteers in seeking to achieve the mission, vision and goals of MD Anderson. In addition to acquiring gifts, the Development Office cultivates long-lasting relationships with community and business leaders across the state, nation, and world.  The development team is passionate and effective in its support of the center’s efforts; in October MD Anderson completed its largest capital campaign, Making Cancer History®: The Campaign to Transform Cancer Care, achieving a $1.2 billion goal.

The Assistant Directors of Philanthropic play a critical role in the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of MD Anderson’s many donors through mail, telephone, and personal visits.  Setting strategy to advance relationships and document results, they also articulate the philanthropic needs of the institution and determine ask amounts. The selected candidates will focus on the annual giving area while doing some work in major gifts. 
A bachelor's degree and two years of direct fundraising experience are required as is proven experience in portfolio/relationship management.  The selected candidates will possess enthusiasm, exceptional communications skills, passion for the center’s mission, and a willingness to learn about the science and medicine of MD Anderson. 

Contact Zena Lum, Search Director, at zlum@lllsearches.com

VAIL VALLEY FOUNDATION
Vice President of Membership and Development
Vail, CO
www.vvf.org

Since 1981, the non-profit Vail Valley Foundation (VVF) has fulfilled its ambitious mission: To enhance and sustain the spirit of the Vail Valley by providing leadership in educational, athletic and cultural endeavors.  Fueled by a strong and generous donor base, the Foundation is responsible for providing this beautiful Colorado community with some of its most treasured annual events, such as the Teva Mountain Games, Birds of Prey World Cup Race Week, American Ski Classic and the Vail International Dance Festival. 

Additionally, the VVF is the main organizing body of the 2015 World Alpine Ski Championships to be held in Vail and Beaver Creek. The organization owns and operates two performing arts venues, the exquisite Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek and the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail, which is home to one of the Foundation’s three free concert series. Education initiatives such as Sowing Seeds, Celebrate the Beat, First Notes, the Magic Bus, Great Start and Success at Six represent the VVF’s learning programs targeted to helping Eagle County students from cradle to college in their pursuit of a well-rounded education.  

In this senior-level and highly visible position, the Vice President of Membership and Development, directing a team of seven, oversees all of the Foundation’s membership and development activities and those of the Vilar Performing  Arts Center, a separate nonprofit which is also managed by the Foundation.   

Reporting to the President of the Foundation, The Vice President is responsible for the strategic, long range planning of the department, management of existing donor programs and membership services and events, oversight of the educational efforts of the Foundation, creation of new donor programs, and overall management of any special and capital funds that may come into existence. The VVF/Vilar Center has more than 1000 annual members in a variety of donor programs ranging from $100 to $75,000 annual commitment.

In addition, the Vice President will maintain his/her own portfolio of top-level donors and will establish and maintain positive working relationships with other key community organizations.  This is a once in a life time opportunity for the seasoned development leader who wants to work in an innovative and exciting organization while enjoying a beautiful Colorado setting. 

Contact Maureen Huminik, Vice President, at mhuminik@lllsearches.com

WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS
Senior Associate Director of Medical Development, School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO
www.wustl.edu

Washington University in St. Louis, with one of the most dynamic and respected development programs in the United States, is expanding its staff. In 2004, Washington University completed a $1.55 billion comprehensive campaign, the seventh largest single campaign completed by a college or university at that time.  As the University looks to the future, it seeks highly motivated professionals interested in joining a dynamic and growing alumni and development team that will be focused on advancing existing and emerging priorities.  It is undoubtedly an exciting time to be a part of Washington University.

The School of Medicine has a rich, 119-year history of success in research, education and patient care. It pioneered bedside teaching and led in the transformation of empirical knowledge into scientific medicine. From the earliest days, there has been an understanding that “investigation and practice are one in spirit, method and object.”

The School of Medicine selects applicants who, in addition to possessing keen minds, demonstrate an ability to perceive and serve their patients’ best interests. U.S. News & World Report ranks Washington University School of Medicine one of the top five in the nation. An outstanding education from Washington University School of Medicine provides graduates with solid opportunities for highly sought-after residencies and fellowships, engaging and challenging research endeavors, and successful, rewarding careers in medicine, allied health and public health.

Washington University Physicians is the clinical practice of the School of Medicine and provides care for more than 430,000 children and adults at 49 clinical sites each year. Washington University provides clinical services in partnership with Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children's Hospital — both nationally-recognized, world-class teaching hospitals on the campus of Washington University Medical Center. The School of Medicine also maintains a robust research enterprise which received more than $596 million in gifts and grants during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010.

The Senior Associate Director of Medical Development, under the supervision of the Director of Medical Development, is responsible for the identification and qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual major gift prospects within the medical alumni and former house staff constituencies of the Washington University School of Medicine.  The Senior Associate Director will be focused on conducting a minimum of 175-200 personal visits annually with prospects and donors in the St. Louis region and in other select Council Cities. The Senior Associate Director will solicit and secure major gift commitments for the priority needs of the School of Medicine and, in doing so, will develop and manage a portfolio of 250 major gift prospects.

Contact Maureen Huminik, Vice President, at mhuminik@lllsearches.com

WGBH BOSTON
Senior Program Manager
Boston, MA
www.wgbh.org

WGBH is Boston’s public television and radio station, the single largest producer of Web and TV content for PBS, and one of the nation’s leading producers of educational resources and online and new media programming. WGBH enriches people's lives through programs and services that educate, inspire, and entertain, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning, and the power of diverse perspectives. WGBH productions are seen and heard across the United States and around the world. In fact, WGBH produces more of the PBS prime-time television and Web lineup than any other station.

The Senior Program Manager will be a lead fundraiser and key member of the Foundation Development team. Working in partnership with senior management, production units, and education and outreach divisions, the Senior Program Manager designs and implements fundraising strategies that maximize foundation engagement with WGBH. The Senior Program Manager will be an energetic and experienced professional -- a creative thinker who can envision and build relationships with foundations that advance WGBH’s ambitious agenda. The selected candidate will also be adept at navigating complex organizations; savvy about the competitive foundation, corporate, and federal funding landscape; and expert at managing and strengthening WGBH’s partnerships with the country’s leading national funders.

This is a wonderful position at one of the nation’s most esteemed public broadcasting stations. Qualifications include five to seven years of successful experience working with national and regional foundations; a proven track record raising six-to-eight figure gifts from major national foundations and other sources such as corporate foundations and federal agencies; and an ability to conceive and implement high-level, innovative fundraising strategies. The successful candidate will also possess experience cultivating and stewarding foundation relationships; strategizing and designing foundation approaches with senior development and institutional leaders and staffing them on visits; and developing and writing compelling proposals, reports, and letters of inquiry.

Contact Lisa Abair Vuona, Search Director, at lmabair@lllsearches.com

YWCA BOSTON
Vice President and Chief Development Officer
Boston, MA
www.ywcaboston.org

YWCA Boston is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Founded in 1866, YWCA Boston serves more than 5,000 individuals each year through its health and wellness, interracial dialogues, teen development, and financial literacy programs.  Most YWCA programs are provided to patients at health centers, clients at shelters, and teens enrolled in after school, community, or re-entry programs. Those programs include health education for women and girls, breast cancer survivor support groups, financial literacy education for working women, and community dialogues on race and ethnicity, among others.

YWCA Boston incrementally reduces systemic racial and gender disparities and improves social cohesion in Boston neighborhoods where health, educational and safety inequities are most significant.  Working across racial, religious, gender and economic divides, the YWCA works with beneficiaries, direct service providers, leaders, and organizations to change individual thinking, behaviors and actions.

Reporting to the President & CEO, the Vice President and Chief Development Officer (CDO) provides overall strategic oversight, leadership, direction, development, implementation and management of fundraising initiatives for YWCA Boston. The position oversees the success of the YWCA’s fundraising initiatives including the identification and securing of renewable sources of financial support, major individual gifts, membership, annual appeals, special events, stewardship programs and government and foundation contracts and grants. Direct reports include a four-member fund development team.

This is a new position and LLLS is now compiling a complete summary.  To obtain this description when it becomes available or to learn more in the meantime, contact Maureen Huminik, Vice President, at mhuminik@lllsearches.com