Are you passionate about driving meaningful change and making a lasting impact? We're seeking a dynamic leader to fill the role of Senior Director of Philanthropy. As the heartbeat of our fundraising efforts, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our organization and drive initiatives that positively impact communities worldwide.

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We are celebrating our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

Celebrating a Century:

POSITION TITLE: Senior Director, Philanthropy

POSITION SUMMARY:

A dynamic major gift officer in the Office of Philanthropy at Scripps Research, the Senior Director of Philanthropy plays a critical role in advancing the institute's mission to improve human health globally through scientific discovery and innovation. This position actively cultivates and manages a portfolio of 100-150 major gift prospects and partners with colleagues across departments to maximize philanthropic opportunities. Working closely with team and institute leadership, the Senior Director of Philanthropy also helps provide strategic direction for the Office of Philanthropy's Major Gifts program.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects through the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship process with an emphasis on $1MM+ gifts.
• Create and execute a comprehensive annual development plan with goals and objectives that include thoughtful portfolio analysis, strategic individual prospect plans and clearly defined metrics for the purpose of closing major gifts.
• Work closely with Associate Vice Presidents and fellow Directors in the Office of Philanthropy to ensure that development goals and objectives are met.
• Partner with Philanthropy team members to continue building a robust major gifts program supporting current and future resource needs with a specific focus on high-net-worth individuals.
• Travel for the purpose of developing prospect relationships and solicitation of prospects.
• Demonstrate the utmost discipline in documenting the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and follow-up strategies for each prospect and donor.
• Partner with the Donor Relations team to prepare and distribute stewardship reports to individual donors.
• Demonstrate proactive resourcefulness in investigating prospective donors through personal contact, prospect research, volunteers, principal investigators and other donors.
• Partner with Philanthropy team members in support of fundraising initiatives and strategies for major gifts, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, planned giving and principal gifts.
• Coordinate scientific presentations and on-site tours for prospective donors, community groups and others with whom Scripps Research needs to engage.
• Work closely with the Philanthropy team members for special events and prospect research.
• Represent the Office of Philanthropy at lectures, dinners, and other donor events.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience is required.
• 7+ years of experience demonstrating success in securing 5, 6 and 7 figure gifts or record of accomplishment that includes the identification, solicitation, and stewardship of multiple, high-capacity donors in the $1MM+ range, preferably in biomedical research, healthcare or higher education.
• Demonstrated success in building a major gifts program as part of a comprehensive development department.
• Campaign fundraising experience preferred.
• Intelligence, maturity, and sound judgment, necessary for interacting with major donors and prospects, faculty, staff, and other constituents.
• Project management skills and a demonstrated ability to set and complete priority projects under deadlines.
• Initiative, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of poise and professionalism, including follow-through and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Donor management systems experience, e.g. Raisers Edge or Salesforce.
• Some travel required, as are evenings and weekends for special events and donor visits.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

May include: Stationary position for an extended period of time, traverse campus/facility as needed, operate machinery such as computer, phone, copy machine; exposure to cold or hot temperatures.

COMPENSATION:

The expected hiring range for this position is $150,000 to $215,000/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.