Development Officer

University of Miami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami, Division of Development and Alumni Relations, seeks a full-time Development Officer in Coral Gables, FL. The role cultivates and solicits major gifts from alumni and friends, aligning University needs with donor interests and resources.

The officer will identify prospects, coordinate fundraising programs, and manage budgets and donor communications to support priority initiatives and sustain impact. The position emphasizes collaboration with deans, staff, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and prioritizes a portfolio of prospects and develops strategies to secure gifts and meet fund raising goals.
• Works with other departments to coordinate programs and events that engage major gift donors.
• Builds and adapts programs toward sustainability.
• Documents contacts, communications, visits, and proposals in donor files.
• Develops fundraising budgets and revenue projections for annual and campaign giving.
• Ensures regular donor communications and stewardship, including re-solicitations and gift acknowledgments.
• Determines fundable projects and packages for donor consideration.
• Makes recommendations to leadership and faculty regarding donor identification and solicitation.

Skills

Donor relations

Major gifts

Portfolio management

Strategic planning

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

The University of Miami, Division of Development and Alumni Relations, has an exciting opportunity for a full time Development Officer to work in Coral Gables, FL.

The Development Officer cultivates and solicits major gifts from alumni and friends of the University to support priority programs and initiatives. Moreover, the Development Officer liaises with deans, faculty, and leaders to strategically align the organization’s and program’s needs with interests and resources of donors.

Core responsibilities

• Identifies and prioritizes a portfolio of prospects and develops appropriate strategies to secure gifts and achieve fund raising goals.
• Works with other departments to develop and coordinate programs and events that engage and motivate major gift donors.
• Builds and adapts programs to a point of sustainability.
• Documents all contacts, communications, visits, and proposals in appropriate donor files.
• Develops appropriate fundraising budgets and revenue projections for annual and campaign giving.
• Ensures regular communications and stewardship with donors, including re-solicitations, and proper acknowledgement of gifts and pledge payments.
• Determines fundable projects and packages them appropriately for consideration by donors.
• Makes recommendations to leadership and faculty concerning their roles and involvement in the identification, cultivation or solicitation of donor prospects.
• Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures.
• Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Core qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.
• Ability to establish department goals, and objectives that support the strategic plan.
• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop, and train others.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

The University of Miami is recognized as one of the nation’s premier research institutions and academic health systems and is among the largest employers in South Florida.

With more than 20,000 faculty and staff, the University is committed to excellence and guided by a mission to positively impact the lives of students, patients, and communities locally and globally.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute meaningfully. United by shared values, the University community works together to build an environment defined by purpose, collaboration, and service.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status

Full time

Employee Type

Staff