Donor Relations & Mid-Level Gifts Officer

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Development Officer at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, GA, builds and maintains donor relationships to secure philanthropic support, focusing on mid-level gifts, scholarships, and recurring funds for ABAC students and programs. Reporting to the VPEA, you will identify prospects, solicit gifts, and steward supporters.

This role emphasizes relationship management, effective communication, and collaboration with advancement staff to reach annual fundraising goals and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Experience in relationship building, communication, customer or client engagement, sales, or similar responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
• Demonstrated initiative, professionalism, organizational ability, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects, with emphasis on mid-level gifts, scholarships, and recurring contributions.
• Manage an assigned portfolio to grow philanthropic support.
• Conduct regular personal contacts with donors via meetings, calls, and email.
• Develop and present gift proposals in coordination with the VPEA.
• Collaborate with directors to secure sponsorships and events.
• Maintain donor records and documentation in the donor/alumni database.
• Support donor recognition and stewardship at college events.
• Work with the VPEA to achieve annual fundraising goals.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Donor management software

Job description

The Development Officer at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, GA, builds and maintains donor relationships to secure philanthropic support, focusing on mid-level gifts, scholarships, and recurring funds for ABAC students and programs. Reporting to the VPEA, you will identify prospects, solicit gifts, and steward supporters.

This role emphasizes relationship management, effective communication, and collaboration with advancement staff to reach annual fundraising goals and support