Development Officer (HEO) - Major Gifts

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 124,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to lead fundraising efforts for Bronx Community College. In this pivotal role, you'll cultivate relationships with major donors, create compelling proposals, and support various fundraising activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a proven track record in fundraising, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups. Join a vibrant academic community and contribute to meaningful initiatives that enhance educational opportunities for students in one of the world's greatest cities.

Benefits

Health Plans

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Waivers

Paid Time Off

Access to Academic Programs

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in fundraising with a successful track record.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and secure major philanthropic gifts.
• Create proposals and collateral materials for solicitations.

Skills

Fundraising

Leadership

Communication Skills

Grant Writing

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

Virtual Platforms (Teams, Zoom)

Social Media Platforms

Student Management Systems

Job description

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POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the Vice President for Advancement, Communications and External relations, the Major Gifts Officer is primarily responsible for building relationships and securing five- and six-figure philanthropic gifts for the benefit of Bronx Community College.

The primary responsibilities of the Major Gift Officer include, but are not limited to:

• Discovering, cultivating and soliciting major gift donors
• Maintaining an active portfolio of major gift and high-level annual fund donors
• Qualifying donors from the prospect pool for assignment to major gift portfolios
• Creating proposals and collateral materials to support major gift solicitations
• Nurturing relationships with faculty and administration in support of advancement goals
• Supporting annual gala and other fundraising activities via existing and developing relationships with individuals
  
  

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and eight years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• The successful candidate should have a strong track record in fundraising, be a person of the highest professional integrity and possess the following senior-level qualifications:
• Leadership experience in managing institutional development, including major gift solicitation, planned Givings, events planning, and targeted drives for corporate and foundation donations and sponsorships.
• Acument for building a strong and effective network of supporters among the College's external public, such as community opinion and business leaders, trendsetters in academia, as well as successful role models in the professional and cultural fields of endeavor
• Ability to communicate with and harness energies from a wide base and diverse groups of people, from board members, faculty, staff, community leaders, alumni, business executives to volunteers representing varied ethnic, cultural, social, and economic backgrounds
• Possession of a professional portfolio that documents career successes in building and leading results-oriented operations and programs
• Strong organizational and leadership skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and experience in grant writing, business plan development, and budget management
• Familiarity with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publishers, and Outlook), virtual platforms (Teams, Zoom, Webex, Skype), social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and G-Suite (Google Docs, Google Mail, Google Hangout, etc.) is a plus
• Familiarity with student management and reporting systems such as blackboard, Cavas, Schoology, Banner, and Argos is also a plus
  
  

Cuny Title Overview

Directs College's fundraising strategy and administration of fund-raising programs.

• Designs, implements and monitors comprehensive resource development program
• Responsible for meeting specific goals and targets
• Develops funding strategies; assesses outcome of strategic plan
• Oversees a portfolio of annual and major gift prospects to establish and sustain ongoing relations
• Maintains relationships with donors and sponsoring organizations to cultivate and maintain funding
• Ensures reporting requirements are completed in timely and accurate manner
• Manages professional and clerical staff
• Performs related duties as assigned
  
  

Job Title Name: Development Director

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

Compensation And Benefits

The salary is commensurate with education and experience, within the approved range of $124,656 - $132,987 .

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits, savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefit from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses, as well as the opportunity to participate in a vibrant, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

How To Apply

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.

The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId= 30159 &PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings

CLOSING DATE

The position will remain open until filled.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29970

Location

Bronx Community College

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Higher Education

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