Stanford University

Associate Director, Major Gifts for the Graduate School of Business

Stanford University

Stanford, CA, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

Stanford University Graduate School of Business seeks an experienced and dynamic Associate Director, Major Gifts to join our team. This individual will have a passion for philanthropy and a commitment to stewarding relationships with major gift donors and prospects. The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible development experience, with a focus on major gifts, preferably in higher education. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the successful candidate will have the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, donors, and prospects to build strong relationships and advance GSB strategic goals. The Associate Director, Major Gifts will have a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the GSB and the university.

Where is this job?
This job is located at Stanford, CA, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Advanced Degree In A Related Field

  • + Years Of Experience In Major Giving

  • Successful Track Record In Fundraising

  • Strong Network Of Contacts In The Donor Community

  • Exceptional Organizational

  • Interpersonal And Communication Skills

  • Knowledge Of Fundraising Principles And Practices

  • Ability To Analyze And Interpret Data

  • Proficiency In Relevant Software And Other Technologies

Required Skills
  • Networking

  • Planning

  • Management

  • Negotiation

  • Leadership

  • Fundraising

  • Collaboration

  • Relationship-Building

  • Strategic-Thinking

  • Financial-Acumen

  • Analytical-Skills

  • Proposal-Writing

  • Public-Speaking

  • Philanthropic-Engagement

  • Donor-Relations

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Negotiation

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • creativity

  • Organization

  • Teamwork

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Associate Director, Major Gifts for the Graduate School of Business in Stanford, CA, USA is $133,000 - $179,000. This is based on data from salaries reported by employers to JobzMall.

Additional Information
Stanford University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedFebruary 7th, 2023
Apply BeforeJuly 20th, 2025
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About Stanford University

Stanford University, officially Leland Stanford Junior University, is a private research university in Stanford, California. Stanford is known for its academic achievements, wealth, location within Silicon Valley, and selectivity; it ranks as one of the world's top universities. Stanford University is a place of learning, discovery, expression and innovation. Founded in 1885, Stanford’s areas of excellence span seven schools along with research institutes, the arts and athletics. Stanford’s faculty, staff and students work to improve the health and wellbeing of people around the world through the discovery and application of knowledge.

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