Associate Vice President - External Relations

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Vice President for External Relations (SVPER), the Associate Vice President for External Relations (AVPER) is a senior member of the Temple University Health System (TUHS) External Relations team and works closely with senior and other leadership, Faculty, clinicians, and prospective donors to execute the strategic vision, planning and execution of philanthropic initiatives to support the mission and growth of TUHS and its interests.

Responsibilities

• Lead all prospecting and coordination efforts for TUHS' portion of the comprehensive Campaign for Temple University and its Health System
• Oversee major and principal gift programs ($500,000+) to ensure robust donor support
• Coordinate efforts with the central Institutional Advancement Office at Temple University to manage major and principal prospects and track the ER team's progress relative to the initiative known as the 'Temple 150', representing the highest level Presidential prospects
• Manage an individual portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, families, corporations and foundations (CFR) to secure significant philanthropic investments that enhance patient care, medical research and other community initiatives
• Manage a team of event and fundraising professionals, including CFR staff, setting goals, providing direction and fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in related field (Required)
• 10+ years experience in Institutional Advancement/fund raising (Required)
• 10+ years experience in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding corporations and foundations (Required)
• 10+ years experience in identifying donors and relationships (Required)
• 10+ years experience in a clinical/medical fundraising setting (Required)
• General experience and knowledge of clinical trials (Preferred)