DIRECTOR OF GIFT & ENDOWMENT POLICY
University of California Office of the President | |
United States, California, Oakland | |
1111 Franklin Street (Show on map) | |
April 29, 2024 | |
For UCOP internal applicants, please login to the internal candidate gateway at: UC OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT At the University of California (UC), your contributions make a difference. A world leader producing Nobel and Pulitzer prize recipients with over 150 years of groundbreaking research transforming the world. Choose a career where you can leverage your knowledge, skills and aspirations to inspire and support some of the greatest minds in the world, and those who will follow in their footsteps. Working at the University of California is being part of a unique institution, and a vibrant and diverse community. At the University of California, Office of the President, we propel our mission through impactful work locally, in government centers and systemwide. We are passionate people, serving the greater good. The University of California, one of the largest and most acclaimed institutions of higher learning in the world, is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research and public service. The University of California Office of the President is the headquarters to the 10 campuses, six academic medical centers and three national laboratories and enrolls premier students from California, the nation and the world. Department Overview 40% Systemwide Policy Development, Management, and Analysis: Lead the development and ongoing review of systemwide policies, in concert with the campuses and other UCOP units, governing the solicitation, acceptance and administration of private support to the University and its Campus Foundations and Support Groups. Provide training, guidance, and educational resources to university staff, faculty, and volunteers involved in fundraising activities to ensure understanding and adherence to gift acceptance policies and best practices. Independently interpret and provide guidance, education, technical expertise to the campuses and other UCOP units on specific gift agreements and fundraising activities. Propose creative solutions to UCOP and campus management and staff to resolve complex policy or regulatory issues related to gift acceptance. Develop and maintain a University-wide policies and procedures manual. Coordinate and conduct compliance reviews as needed. Continuously assess and refine policies and procedures to optimize efficiency and effectiveness. 25% Endowment and Gift Compliance: Ensure the proper administration of endowment funds in accordance with state and federal law and gift instruments. Assist campuses as needed to ensure appropriate and timely expenditure of endowed funds held by the University and its campus foundations. Provide guidance to UC locations on gift structuring options and tax implications. Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in philanthropy, endowment management, and higher education fundraising. Support campuses in maintaining positive relationships with donors, alumni, and other stakeholders to steward philanthropic support, facilitate major gifts, and promote planned giving opportunities. Assist the Executive Director in the administration of the Regents planned giving programs. 25% Reporting, Analysis and Systemwide Gift Processing: Develop and maintain systems for tracking, reporting, and analyzing private support data to be presented to the President and The Regents, including the Annual Report on Private Support to the University. Respond to statewide and national organizations for external surveys and requests for information about private support to the University. Manage the processing of gifts to the Office of the President. Monitors gift processing and documentation by campuses. Coordinates a system-wide record keeping system with Records Management. 10% Special Projects: Lead and direct a variety of systemwide projects and programs, working with all levels of staff at UCOP and the campuses related to increasing private support to the University. Provide support to External Relations and other UCOP divisions and departments as needed in the furtherance of systemwide and international programs and matters. Experience
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Travel Requirements Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: HOW TO APPLY Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application. APPLICATION REVIEW DATE The first review date for this job is May 7, 2024. The position will be open until filled. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Smoke Free Work Environment: The University of California, Office of the President, is smoke & tobacco-free as of January 1, 2014. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. EEO STATEMENT The University of California, Office of the President, is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: . For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: . The University of California, Office of the President, strives to make this job board accessible to any and all users. If you have comments regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at: or email the Human Resource Department at: . *LI-SG1 |