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Director of Philanthropy, Medical College of Georgia (Savannah)

Position Number: 6246757
Location: Augusta, GA
Position Type: Development and Fund Raising

Director of Philanthropy, Medical College of Georgia (Savannah)

Job ID: 285782
Location: Augusta University
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:

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About Us

Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.

Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.

The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Location

Augusta University

Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

*This position will be located in Savannah, Ga

College/Department Information

Our mission is to generate greater engagement and philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and the community at large for the teaching, scholarship, research, clinical, and service missions of Augusta University. Our goal is to be an enabling force in our organization by helping the university, our donors, partners, and friends to discover what's next.

Job Summary

Personally identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more to Augusta University, its academic units, centers and institutes, with specific emphasis on major gifts of $250,000 or more for the Medical College of Georgia, by strategically managing a portfolio of approximately 125 confirmed major gifts prospects in the Savannah and Southeast Georgia area.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards philanthropic gifts of $100,000 or more to Augusta University, its academic units, centers and institutes, with specific emphasis on major gifts of $250,000 or more for the Medical College of Georgia, by strategically managing a portfolio of approximately 125 confirmed major gifts prospect. Special or exclusive focus of the role may be given to a particular area of the university as directed by the employee's manager.

Performance is evaluated annually based upon predetermined and weighted performance of the responsibilities of the employee:

Scheduling of and participation in face-to-face meetings with major gift prospective donors and/or donors
Identification and qualification of new major gifts prospects.
Number of major gift proposals presented.
Number of major gifts solicitations closed.
Total dollars raised.

Specific targets and weighting for all categories are based upon the breadth and maturity of the Director of Philanthropy major gifts prospect portfolio on an annual basis.

Works closely with the deans, department chairs, and faculty to develop and communicate the philanthropic cases for support for the Medical College of Georgia and its academic units, centers and/or institutes. Utilizes the expertise and professional relationships of the deans, department chairs and faculty to identify and cultivate major gifts prospects and craft major gift proposals to alumni, patients, friends, corporations and foundations.

Appropriate and timely documentation of all donor interactions and donor relationship activities within the database of record.

Works collaboratively with other Augusta University philanthropy professionals in the successful planning and execution of multiple college and university-wide alumni and donor engagement, stewardship and fundraising events.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of three to five years of experience in higher education or non-profit organization. Specifically, experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding private philanthropic gifts,

OR

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with seven or more years of experience/training in fundraising, sales, marketing or similar.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college/university. Five or more years major gift fundraising experience in higher education or non-profit organization, specifically experience in personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding private philanthropic gifts. Demonstrative success closing multiple gifts of $100,000 or more. Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE).

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of standard event management tasks and resources.

Experience with databases (especially Raiser's Edge) and internet searches.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal/written communication skills, attention to detail and analytical abilities.

A high energy level, integrity and sincerity.

Ability to multi-task, think creatively and handle a heavy workload.

Requires adaptability, good judgement and initiative.

Ability to work effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds, including health care professionals, community leaders, as well as, patients, families, volunteers and employees.

Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends and conduct multi-day business trips.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

Shift: Days/M-F (work outside of normal business hours will likely be required of an employee in an exempt level position)

Pay Band: B16

Salary: $95,200/annually - $121,400/annually

Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: 5/21/25 - Until Filled

Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.

For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information

This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Consider applying with us today!

https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/

Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university

Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee

If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365

To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=285782&PostingSeq=1