Philanthropy Officer

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet . The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Development and Alumni Relations has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Philanthropy Officer to work in Miami, FL. The University of Miami is considered among the top tier institutions of higher education in the U.S. for its academic excellence, superior medical care, and   cutting-edge   research. At the U, we are committed to attracting a talented work force to support our common   purposed   of transforming lives through teaching, research, and service. Through our values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence, Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) we strive to create an environment where everyone contributes   in   making UM   a great place   to work. We are one of the largest private employers in Miami-Dade   County;   home to more than 16,000 faculty and staff from all over the world.   The Division of Development and Alumni Relations supports and promotes the mission, purpose, and priorities of the University of Miami through fundraising and engagement by building and nurturing strategic philanthropic relationships to improve and transform the lives of individuals and communities. We are committed to values central to the Division- Service, Gratitude, Trust, and Partnership - which guide our strategic thinking, decision-making, and day-to-day interaction with each other and our stakeholders. General Overview:   The Philanthropy Officer will work with the Sr. Director, Development to manage the fundraising activities for the Department of   Pediatrics and   Department of   Pediatric   Surgery. The Philanthropy Officer will serve as a critical member of the Medical Development team working to secure philanthropic gifts to advance priorities supporting the Miller School of Medicine.       Essential Responsibilities:   Among the administrative and operational responsibilities, the Philanthropy Officer will:   ·      Identify prospective donors and funding sources, in conjunction with faculty and staff, and develop cultivation and solicitation plans, involving the   aforemention ed groups   and volunteers, as   appropriate .    ·      Ensure regular communications and stewardship with donors, including re-solicitations, proper acknowledgement of gifts and pledge payments, reporting, visiting, and providing regular information on the progress of the departments.   ·      Assist donors,   prospects   and other select individuals with appointments,   scheduling   and other necessary facilitation through clinical encounters.   ·      Maintain communications with colleagues in medical departments, other   schools   and central development to ensure effective collaborations and   synergy   in achieving the university’s key fundraising goals and   objectives .   ·      Develop and   maintain   in-depth knowledge of the Department’s needs, both general and specific to various programs and departments.   ·      Document all contacts, communications, visits, and proposals in   i -BIS and other   appropriate donor   files.   Measurements of Success for Philanthropy Officer:   ·      Demonstrate significant and continuous progress toward campaign or multi-year project goals. Dollar goals   established   with supervisor.    ·      Reach departmental yearly cash fundraising goals (team goal). Dollar goals   established   with supervisor.    ·      Make   an appropriate amount   of substantive cultivation and solicitation actions toward closing gifts. Numbers   established   with supervisor.    ·      Reach individual yearly goals for “number and amounts solicited” and “number and amounts funded.” Reach   additional   goals   as   acting as a collaborator. Number   established   with supervisor.    ·      Manage   an appropriate number   of active prospects and active proposals. Number and amounts to be   established   with supervisor.    This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or   responsibilities   as necessary.   Minimum Qualifications:   Bachelor’s degree.   Minimum 5 years   of demonstrated   successful experience in fundraising and fundraising management, preferably in higher education or health care.    Equivalent   combination of education and experience will be considered.    Outstanding oral and written communication skills are necessary along with the ability to be highly organized, creative, energetic, and assertive and   exhibit   the independent judgment and personal integrity necessary to carry out a senior management role in fundraising.    A teamwork-oriented approach to colleagues and proven ability to partner in a positive and constructive environment are essential.   ​ Any relevant education,   certifications   and/or work experience may be considered.   The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are prot