Associate Director of Development, Corporate & Foundation Relations - University of California, Irvine

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu.

In 1965, the University of California, Irvine was founded with a mission to catalyze the community and enhance lives through rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and dedicated public service. A top public university, UCI has become internationally recognized for improving lives through research and discovery, fostering excellence in scholarship and teaching, and engaging and enriching the community. Today, UCI continues to inspire change and pioneer new ideas with the support of its generous partners, alumni and friends.

Through the combined efforts of the University Advancement & Alumni relations team, the University is able to share its amazing achievements, build lasting relationships and generate support for important campus programs and initiatives. University Advancement seeks to strengthen contributions in research, education, and service; accelerate the university's place among globally preeminent research universities; and bring together passions, skills, and creativity to further improve people's lives.

Located in Central Development, the Corporate and Foundation Relations team works with administrators, faculty, program directors and development officers to build effective partner relationships, working to understand the needs and priorities of corporations, corporate foundations, associations and private foundations and to facilitate partnerships to advance UCI's mission.

Under the general direction of the Executive Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations, the Associate Director will manage and coordinate funding opportunities from foundations, associations, and corporations with a specific focus on the STEM fields with assignments to STEM schools such as Engineering or Biological Sciences. The incumbent will edit proposals, concept papers, case statements and various types of support and inquiry letters generally at the level of $25,000+ for institutional fund-raising priorities with an annual fundraising goal of $1,000,000 and will serve as campus liaison with assigned foundations, associations, and corporations. They will coordinate with campus development officers, faculty, and staff to obtain appropriate information for proposal preparation, oversee the submission of proposals and grant reports and maintain submission deadlines.

• Working knowledge of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques. Required
• Working knowledge of the location, its vision, mission, goals, objectives, achievements and infrastructure. Specifically, an understanding of academic, research and education functions and operating principals of a major research university will be useful. Preferred
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, etc. Required
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies. Ability to prepare complex and detailed proposals and related materials. Required
• Strong organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills, including skills in creative and effective decision-making and problem identification / avoidance / resolution, and project management skills. Required
• Possesses traits of good judgment, and discretion in communicating with colleagues and constituents and maintaining confidentiality. Required
• Working knowledge of Salesforce or a comparable donor/prospect database system Preferred
• Ability to work independently with department, school and institutional goals as well as collaboratively with alumni, friends, parents, faculty, staff, and volunteers to achieve defined goals. Uses initiative to organize and follow through with complex tasks to meet deadlines. Required
• Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving multiple and sometimes competing constituencies. Required
• Skill in communicating persuasively, both orally and in writing, about private philanthropy in general and in particular as it applies to UCI. Required
• Resourcefulness in finding appropriate solutions to problems and initiative in presenting alternatives and implementing solutions to ensure effective change. Ability to anticipate problems and take necessary action to eliminate or mitigate potential negative effects. Required
• Proven ability to use Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and database programs. Familiarity with the Internet and how to conduct searches. Required
• Ability to prepare written proposals and collateral materials tailored to the interests of prospective corporations and foundations in a style that is clear, accurate, action-oriented and compelling. Required
• Proven project management skills demonstrating an ability to organize work so as to meet regular deadlines, often managing many projects during the same timeframe. Required
• Ability to develop and analyze project budgets for inclusion in proposals. Preferred

• Total Compensation

  In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

  
  The expected pay range for this recruitment is $81,900- $90,000 (Annual).
  
  
  Required:
• 3-5 years of professional fundraising experience, preferably at a higher education institution; or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• Required to drive on occasion in order to perform the routine or essential job responsibilities for the position. Must possess a valid California driver license and participate in the DMV Pull Notice Program.
• Bachelor's degree in the sciences and / or equivalent experience / training. PhD or Masters in the STEM sciences preferred.

Special Conditions:
Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.