Corporate Relations Fundraiser – Major Gifts ($25k+)

Oakland University; Rochester (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive medical plan

Dental and vision at no cost

Generous paid time off

403(b) retirement plan contribution

Tuition assistance for employees and /

Tuition assistance for employees and?

Free access to Campus Recreation

Flexible work schedules

Wellness programs

Job summary

Oakland University in Rochester, MI, is seeking a Manager of Corporate Relations to lead corporate gift fundraising for OUWB and health-related schools. You will manage a portfolio and drive gifts of $25,000 and above, coordinating research, cultivation, and sponsorship fulfillment with the fundraising team.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and 3+ years in development, with excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ progressively responsible experience in development and fund raising, preferably with several years of experience in a college/university setting.
• Demonstrated success in obtaining gifts of $25,000 and above with a focus on corporate relationship.
• Experience working with fundraising advisory boards and volunteers.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with high-capacity corporate donors and prospects, corporate executives, and foundation officers.
• Thorough knowledge of the major gifts fundraising process and an understanding of corporate sponsorships.
• Knowledge of Advancement related software and databases and their application to development and fundraising activities.
• Requirements could include evening meetings, special event attendance and/or travel.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the University by the University’s insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Manage a corporate portfolio for OUWB and the OU schools of Health.
• Conduct corporate gift fundraising activities for gifts of $25,000 and above.
• Perform corporate research, sponsorship cultivation and solicitation.
• Fulfill sponsorship benefits and coordinate with the corporate advancement team.
• Support broad-based solicitation strategies and projects.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Corporate fundraising

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Event coordination

Travel readiness

Driving license

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Master’s Degree

Tools

Advancement software

Databases/CRM

Job description

Oakland University in Rochester, MI, is seeking a Manager of Corporate Relations to lead corporate gift fundraising for OUWB and health-related schools. You will manage a portfolio and drive gifts of $25,000 and above, coordinating research, cultivation, and sponsorship fulfillment with the fundraising team.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) and 3+ years in development, with excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.