Hybrid Senior Proposal Writer for Major Gifts

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Senior Proposal Writer at the University of Oregon focuses on creating high-level donor proposals and white papers to secure transformational gifts in support of the university’s comprehensive campaign. The role requires expert narrative storytelling, strong editing, and the ability to translate complex academic goals into compelling donor materials.

You will collaborate with leadership and frontline fundraisers, manage multiple projects, ensure inclusion and accessibility in materials, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, or a related field.
• 8 years' experience in journalism, programmatic research/writing, development, or public relations.
• Demonstrated experience securing grants from foundations, governments, corporate funders, and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Produce persuasive fundraising proposals and white papers for major gifts of $1M+ and above.
• Craft strategic narratives aligned with the University's comprehensive campaign and brand standards.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, development officers, and academic partners; manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Research

Grant writing

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism/English/related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Chicago Manual of Style

Job description

The Senior Proposal Writer at the University of Oregon focuses on creating high-level donor proposals and white papers to secure transformational gifts in support of the university’s comprehensive campaign. The role requires expert narrative storytelling, strong editing, and the ability to translate complex academic goals into compelling donor materials.

You will collaborate with leadership and frontline fundraisers, manage multiple projects, ensure inclusion and accessibility in materials, and