Major Gift Officer

Commonwealth Of Virginia; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Of Virginia in Norwich is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to develop and cultivate long-term philanthropic relationships with alumni, donors and prospects. The role focuses on identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of private gifts of $25,000 or more to advance the University’s mission.

You will collaborate with college deans, faculty, gift officers and volunteer leaders to meet funding priorities, and travel as needed with a results-driven, ethical approach.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to build donor relationships and secure gifts at $25,000+.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strategic self-starter with collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of development principles, fundraising techniques and ethics.
• Ability to travel and work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and cultivate long-term philanthropic relationships with alumni, donors and prospects.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward private gifts of $25,000 or more to support the University’s mission.
• Manage major gift fundraising initiatives with college deans, faculty, gift officers and volunteers to meet funding priorities.

Skills

Donor relationships

Communication

Fundraising principles

Independent work

Team collaboration

Travel availability

Education

Master's degree or Bachelor’s with qualifying experience

Job description

Job Description

Primary objective is to develop and cultivate long-term philanthropic relationships with alumni, donors and prospects. Responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of private gifts of $25,000 or more in support of advancing the University’s mission. Manages major gift fundraising initiatives with respective college dean and faculty, gift officers/development staff, and volunteer leaders to meet funding priorities and maximize philanthropic support for the University.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to effectively build and cultivate donor relationships and secure gifts at $25,000 and above.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strategic self-starter and results driven with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of development principles, fundraising techniques and ethics.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective problem-solver.
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to manage change and withstand pressure.
• Demonstrates initiative, creativity and resourcefulness.
• Ability to travel and work nights and weekends required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree with experience and/or training that equates to a Master’s degree.
• Considerable experience in fundraising, including individual solicitation as a development or major gift officer; or equivalent experience in comparable sales/marketing/client relations will be considered.

Additional Considerations

None