Chief Development Officer
Core
Senior fundraising executive leading comprehensive development programs to secure major, principal, and transformational gifts for the USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Role type
Senior IC advancement leader (Chief Development Officer)
Builds
Philanthropic support for groundbreaking research, therapeutic innovation, translational medicine, student success, and community health initiatives.
Domain
Higher education advancement / Pharmaceutical sciences
Required skills
Major gift solicitation, comprehensive fundraising strategy, donor stewardship, team leadership, stakeholder engagement, scientific fluency, budget management, volunteer management
Preferred skills
Donor management systems expertise (SalesForce, Raiser's Edge, etc.), regional fundraising experience (Los Angeles/Southern California)
Technologies
SalesForce, DonorPerfect, Raiser's Edge NXT, eTapestry, Bloomerang, easyTithe
Responsibilities
Lead planning and execution of fundraising strategies; Secure major and transformational gifts; Partner with Dean and faculty to identify funding priorities; Cultivate and steward prospective and current donors; Represent the school to key stakeholders; Translate complex scientific initiatives into philanthropic opportunities; Plan and direct donor visits and special events; Develop donor communications and impact stories; Recruit, mentor, and lead development staff; Oversee the annual development budget; Maintain awareness of legal and policy developments affecting philanthropy.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC