Advancement Officer for Discovery and Impact

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Gillings Advancement offers a variety of services to facilitate the School's research, teaching and service mission, promoting the development of public health policy, publicizing School activites and public health issues, and generating financial support from alumni, foundations, corporations and the NC Legislature. The office also coordinates special events.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Advancement Officer for Discovery & Impact will be responsible for identifying and qualifying new and lapsed donors, as well as securing annual and major gifts, for the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. This fundraising work will include meeting with individuals (alumni and donors), as well as representatives from private foundations and corporations. The officer's main goal will be to help build a robust donor pipeline for UNC Gillings.

The Advancement Officer for Discovery & Impact will have metrics that align with the UNC baseline standards for a Philanthropy Officer role. These metrics include conducting visits, completing qualifications, and submitting annual and major gift proposals (the starting expectation will be proposals in the five-figure range, in close collaboration with UNC Gillings teammates). This work may include securing corporate gifts and sponsorships for school events. The officer will oversee a portfolio of prospects and donors to accomplish this work.

The Advancement Officer for Discovery & Impact will use a comprehensive approach to relationship management, engaging with school leadership, faculty, staff, board members, and a network of key donors and prospects. Collaboration with development staff at UNC Gillings and across the UNC community will be critical for success. Knowledge of the donor cycle, particularly as it relates to higher education fundraising, will also be important. The position will report to the Sr. Director of Development, Foundation Relations & Industry Engagement.

Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution.

- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
- Ability to travel 2-3 times per month, including occasional overnight travel.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as required.
- High level of enthusiasm, creativity, and strong drive to be successful.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Demonstrated ability to set and achieve goals in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

-Three or more years of professional-level experience in a higher education setting in annual giving, major gifts, gift planning, donor relations, foundation relations, and industry engagement, or other transferable skills in a sales setting.
-Experience with the donor cycle, pipeline building, and prospecting.
-Experience working in fundraising/development in a higher education setting.
-Direct solicitation/fundraising experience.
-Experience using Constituent Relationship Management ( CRM) software or fundraising databases.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.