The University of Tennessee Foundation, Inc (UTFI) invites applications and nominations to fill the position of Director of Development for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Pharmacy. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director of Development is responsible for establishing and maintaining strong and effective relationships with UTHSC’s major internal and external constituencies.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Fundraising: Cultivate, engage existing donors and new prospects toward solicitation of funds to meet strategic goals. Create and plan engagement opportunities for donors/prospects with Deans during travel at conferences, alumni events, etc. Follow up for all contacts to include gift agreement development and continuing communication with donors/prospects. Continuous networking within corporate and community organizations to create new relationships and grow awareness for College's needs.
Alumni Engagement: Work with Pharmacy alumni board and committee leadership to develop strategy for members in cultivation of alumni engagement opportunities and fundraising to support Deans' strategic plan. Work with alumni affairs in preparation of board meetings, special events and reporting/contact for board members. Work with director of annual giving to determine priorities for annual giving asks and campaigns.
Administrative: Ongoing review and changes to prospect lists; research for new prospects; stewardship letters and other efforts.