Athletics Development & Major Gifts Lead

WVU Foundation; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Generation West Virginia is seeking an Assistant Director, Athletics Development to secure philanthropic support for WVU Athletics, focusing on major gifts of $50,000 and above. You will manage a donor portfolio and work with the WVU Foundation through identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of fundraising experience, plus knowledge of ticketing and donor software such as Paciolan, Salesforce, and Blackbaud.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years of fundraising or related experience.
• Understanding of ticketing and donor software is a plus (Paciolan, Salesforce, Blackbaud).

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects from identification to stewardship.
• Develop and implement an annual action plan to meet performance goals for contacts, solicitations, and referrals.
• Develop understanding of annual giving, ticket priority and Premium seating programs.
• Maintain knowledge of the athletic program to maximize philanthropic opportunities.
• Leverage technology platforms and data reporting for marketing and analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Portfolio management

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Paciolan

Salesforce

Blackbaud

Job description

Generation West Virginia is seeking an Assistant Director, Athletics Development to secure philanthropic support for WVU Athletics, focusing on major gifts of $50,000 and above. You will manage a donor portfolio and work with the WVU Foundation through identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree and 1–2 years of fundraising experience, plus knowledge of ticketing and donor software such as Paciolan, Salesforce, and Blackbaud.