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Eastern Washington University Director - Philanthropy in CHENEY, Washington
Director - Philanthropy
About Eastern Washington University:
Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by https://collegesofdistinction.com/, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a https://collegesofdistinction.com/best-colleges-of-distinction/ (CoD). Money magazine recently named https://money.com/best-colleges/profile/eastern-washington-university/.
Tribal Land Acknowledgement
Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place---the knowledge that comes from the land.
Job Summary:
• Eastern Washington University is seeking a results-driven, dynamic professional to join our committed fundraising team as Director of Philanthropy for the College of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics. We are looking for a people-oriented professional, who is passionate about making a difference for our students and EWU and eager to join us in the university's first $100 Million campaign.
• The College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics [CSTEM] prepares students for high-demand career fields through affordable degree programs, including biology, chemistry, computer science, geoscience and electrical engineering. Beyond the classroom, Eastern offers students numerous real-world experiences to prepare them for exciting careers, including hands-on research, habitat restoration and entrepreneurial collaborations.
Position Overview:
• The Director of Philanthropy, CSTEM is assigned to the University Advancement unit. This position leads strategic philanthropic efforts for CSTEM by developing and implementing effective strategies to secure significant philanthropic support for college priorities, including scholarships, undergraduate research, and experiential learning.
• The Director of Philanthropy, CSTEM is responsible for cultivating relationships with potential and current major gift donors ($25k+) to Eastern Washington University. This position manages a portfolio of 100-120 high net worth donors and prospective donors and is responsible for facilitating all phases of the donor gift cycle, including discovery, cultivation, solicitation (face-to-face and written proposals), gift closure and stewardship.
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