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The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Deputy Chief Advancement Officer, Penn Medicine

Job Profile Title

Director E, Development, Fundraising

Job Description Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day oversight of Penn Medicine Development & Alumni Relations (PMDAR) charged with raising approximately $250M annually to support comprising University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS) and Perelman School of Medicine (PSOM) and priorities.

Provide strategic direction to and manage a senior leadership team including the Chief Executive Dir. of Development & ACC, Penn Medicine, Sr. Executive Dir. of Dev, UPHS, Penn Medicine, and Chief Executive Director for PSOM Development and Alumni Relations spanning individual and organizational giving across UPHS, including the Abramson Cancer Center; PSOM, including Biomedical Research Development and Alumni Development and Alumni Relations; corporate and foundation relations; and planned giving. Oversees the operations team of PMDAR and the coordination of network hospitals, including Doylestown Health, Lancaster General Hospital, Princeton Health System, and Chester County Hospital.

Works closely with CAO in the areas of long-range and strategic planning, volunteer engagement, and principal giving efforts with the institution's top-tier donors and donor prospects.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides strategic direction for the Penn Medicine Development & Alumni Relations (PMDAR) department—which includes establishing priorities, procedures, policies, strategies, and tactics to support the overall goals of the department.
• Work directly to support CAO on key initiatives and development efforts activities, naming opportunities and related materials and strategies for program and capital projects.
• Oversees department's core advancement programs and operational structure in conjunction with the CAO and establishes annual performance metrics for units and their staff members.
• Oversees senior managers and their respective teams--particularly in tracking progress toward meeting major annual objectives.
• Contribute to the planning and recruitment, retention, management, and professional development of PMDAR staff.
• In partnership with CAO position, oversees coordination of all activity with network hospitals, including Chester County Hospital, Lancaster General Hospital, and Princeton Health.
• Provides senior-level support to the offices and key staff of the Dean & EVP and Chief Executive Officer to ensure they are properly staffed in Development and Alumni Relations activities.
• Coordinate University-wide development efforts, assuring collaboration between Penn Medicine and the University’s central Development and Alumni Relations particularly with prospect management coordination and collaborative fundraising opportunities.
• Develops and maintains a sophisticated understanding of Penn Medicine's research, patient care, and educational portfolios.
• Collaborates with institutional leadership, faculty, and central Development colleagues to translate Penn Medicine strategic initiatives and priorities into persuasive and compelling gift/grant opportunities for top-tier donors and donor prospects.
• Personally manages and staffs a portfolio of key principal giving (i.e., rated $5M and above) donors and donor prospects and related faculty. Maintains regular contact with these constituents while engaging institutional leadership in appropriate outreach efforts.
• Together with the CAO, manages and oversees program budget and ensures that spending is in accordance with University-wide cost saving measures.

Qualifications

• Master of Science, Master of Arts, and 7 to 10 years of experience in advancement and/or related fields or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Strong management and leadership experience with demonstrated ability to mentor, manage, and motivate a team of sophisticated and experienced advancement professionals.
• In-depth experience in and knowledge of both individual and organizational fundraising in a higher education environment.
• Achievement in an advancement leadership role in a complex organization--preferably during a campaign in a medical/academic medical center or scientific environment.
• Represent PMDAR within the Penn and Penn Medicine community as part of leadership groups and committees.
• Superior oral and written communication skills reflecting ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling fundraising proposals.
• Direct experience working with volunteers and volunteer groups, reflecting ability to recruit, motivate, and manage volunteer leadership.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in managing multiple projects and programs simultaneously.
• Ability to function effectively in a complex organizational environment demanding high energy level, discretion, patience, enthusiasm, and humor.
• Must be willing to travel and work evenings and weekends as needed.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Development and Alumni Relations

Pay Range

$167,379.00 - $275,000.00 Annual Rate

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Special Requirements

• Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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