Director of Philanthropy Research and Education, Stanford PACS

Responsibilities of the Director of Philanthropy Education and Research

Your responsibilities would include*:

• Identifying, recommending, and implementing opportunities for research and conducting research activities
• Teaching and assisting in the teaching and administration of courses, including developing curricula and methods for getting feedback on their effectiveness
• Writing and editing grant proposals, books, papers, and articles aimed at publication in peer-reviewed journals and elsewhere
• Contributing to EPLI’s and PACS’ strategic planning
• Leading and mentoring program staff
• Managing EPLI’s budget
• Diversifying EPLI’s funding sources through both grants and further development and market testing of EPLI’s custom education and workshop programs
• Engaging in communications, fundraising, and partnerships on behalf of EPLI and PACS

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• A deep knowledge of the nonprofit sector and philanthropy
• Excellent strategic skills

• Excellent oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization
• Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources
• Ability to oversee and direct staff
• Basic knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans
• An entrepreneurial mindset and experience with program development through a full lifecycle (brainstorming, prototyping, testing, marketing, outreach/partnerships, measurement, evaluation, and sustainability)

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• At least 5 years of experience in the Philanthropy sector
• Ability to develop and teach courses
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including scholars, industry leaders, students and staff
• Experience in a professional academic setting
• Supervisory experience.

How to Apply

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To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application. Your one-page cover letter should briefly describe your background in managing research initiatives and interest in philanthropy.

Why Stanford is for You

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• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
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The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.

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