Native Americans in Philanthropy is dedicated to increasing and nurturing Indigenous representation in the philanthropic sector. With that in mind, the opportunities on our Job Board fit one of the following criteria:
Please submit your job opportunity here and note that assessment and approval of submissions can take up to 48 hours.
NOTE: Positions marked as "Featured" are either Native-focused roles or based at organizations focused on Native communities.
About Us:
At the University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF), our mission is to connect passion with possibility, inspire generosity, and support greatness at the University of Minnesota by placing donors at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make. UMF is a nonprofit organization responsible for raising and managing gifts to the University of Minnesota.
For more information about UMF, please visit https://give.umn.edu/about/about-umf.
About the role:
As an employee of the University of Minnesota Foundation Medicine and Health team, this position leads the comprehensive development efforts for the M Health Fairview Health System and is responsible for creating and executing an effective strategic development plan for related partnerships of the University of Minnesota Medical School, including M Health Fairview, as well as other system-wide programs within the medical enterprise. This individual is responsible for a portfolio of major and principal donor prospects as well as managing one or more development officer(s) focused on donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors for gifts to clinical research and care, education, advocacy, and capital needs for all aspects of the Health System. Major gift prospects include primarily individuals, foundations, corporations, and businesses.
Starting salary: $113,000- 135,000 based on experience.
What you’ll do:
Program Leadership (20%)
Philanthropy/Major Gifts Work (55%)
Staff and Operations Management (20%)
Organizational Leadership (5%)
Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an equitable and inclusive working and learning environment (exhibit 100% of the time)
Qualifications
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree and five years of demonstrated ability to successfully solicit major gifts.
• Experience leading, supervising, or managing development teams or programs.
Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an equitable and inclusive working and learning environment (exhibit 100% of the time)
We take care of you:
Diversity:
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
Please note: All employees at the University of Minnesota are required to report complete vaccination against COVID-19 or submit documentation requesting a medical or religious exemption on their first day of employment. To learn more, please visit the University's COVID-19 Response webpage.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted online through the U of M Careers site. To submit your application, please follow this link: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/361882. If you have any difficulties or questions while applying feel free to contact Lucas Gangsei at lucasg@umn.edu.
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