Palo Alto University Benefits Overview

Supports Palo Alto University’s development function through foundation and corporate grant research, proposal writing, donor communications, prospect research, CRM and gift data management, annual giving, stewardship, development events, and pipeline reporting. The role manages multiple deadlines, maintains accurate fundraising records, and translates behavioral science and academic work into compelling communications for donors and funders.

Leads PAU’s strategic partnership and business development efforts, identifying, cultivating, negotiating, and closing revenue-generating relationships with corporations, technology companies, healthcare systems, government agencies, employers, and community organizations. Manages the partnership pipeline, develops Silicon Valley relationships, pursues contracts and funded initiatives, and coordinates sponsored research, workforce development, training, consulting, and events. Represents the university with senior external stakeholders and supports institutional policy and partnership priorities.

Owns end-to-end production and logistics for university advancement events, including commencement, galas, donor gatherings, alumni programs, and leadership convenings. Responsibilities include venue and vendor management, budgets, contracts, timelines, run-of-show documents, registration and RSVP processes, guest communications, on-site coordination, accessibility, event technology, and post-event reporting. The role requires managing multiple stakeholders and workstreams, maintaining event data in CRM systems, and providing evening and weekend support during peak event periods.