Senior Director, GUMC Constituent and Board Engagement - Office of Advancement

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Georgetown University’s Office of Advancement is committed to cultivating a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment that honors the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our broader colleagues and broader Georgetown community. Consistent with our Jesuit values, we aim to foster a culture that accepts and cares for each individual, and we believe this is central to achieving our goals in support of Georgetown’s mission.

The Senior Director of GUMC Constituent and Board Engagement is responsible for the management, engagement, and fundraising outcomes for board volunteers within Georgetown University’s Medical Center and in partnership with the GUMC Advancement office, which exists to support the mission and philanthropic ambitions of the GUMC. Through strategic engagement and partnership with GUMC Advancement colleagues, this position will ensure the Board’s continued personal philanthropy and facilitate introductions among their networks. This role will work with Board members to prepare for and solicit annual gifts on behalf of GUMC from peers, serving as critical partners to the Advancement team. Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the strategic creation and management of a new-to-Georgetown board, the GUMC Leadership Board, advising the Georgetown Medical Center.

• Identify and onboard a Board chair, as well as craft bylaws, a board mission, and help guide the identification and partner on the solicitation of prospective founding Board members.

• Once the Board is actively running, create an engagement strategy to steward members throughout the year; The goal for this Board is to be made up of 10-12 business and philanthropic leaders across the globe, focused on promoting and increasing financial investments in the GUMC’s top fundraising priorities.

• Serving as the Medical Center’s most senior ambassadors, provide counsel to the EVP for the Medical Center, the VP for Medical Advancement, and other GUMC and Georgetown University leaders and partners.

Work Interactions

This position will report to the VP for GUMC Advancement, working closely with the Office of the Executive Vice President for GUMC. They will liaise with partners from across the University including, the central Office of Advancement, the Offices of the Provost and President, and the Secretary of the University. The Senior Director will work closely with internal and external partners and stakeholders to design and implement meaningful bi-annual Board Meetings. The role will ensure the content and any relevant sub-committee or member work is additive and aligned to the strategic priorities of the GUMC, and will be a thought partner to University and Medical Center leadership for all board-related matters and work.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience; Masters degree preferred

• 7-10 years of professional experience in a related organization

• Proven relationship management and building skills

• A creative and strategic thinker with experience cultivating a strong community and driving strategic priorities of the University and GUMC.

• Experience in medical center fundraising

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary