Major Gift Officer

CASE; Salem (VA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a Major Gift Officer to enhance its fundraising initiatives. This role involves building and nurturing relationships with potential donors, analyzing their philanthropic capacity, and developing strategic plans to secure major gifts. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, upholding ethical standards while contributing to the college's mission. With a commitment to educational excellence and community engagement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students and the broader community.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience securing major gifts.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and secure major gifts from prospects.
• Develop and manage detailed prospect plans.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship Building

Prospect Analysis

CRM Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Roanoke College in the search for a Major Gift Officer.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Development, the Major Gift Officer will advance Roanoke College's fundraising efforts by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and securing major gifts within a portfolio of 100 to 125 qualified prospects. The Major Gift Officer will analyze prospects' philanthropic capacity and inclination, develop and manage detailed prospect plans, maintain up-to-date records in the CRM system, and ensure annual fundraising goals are met or exceeded. By building strong, enduring relationships with prospects, the Major Gift Officer will align donor intent with the College's institutional priorities, soliciting gifts and implementing stewardship strategies that foster long-term donor engagement. The Major Gift Officer will contribute to a collaborative team environment, serve as a resource for colleagues, and uphold the highest ethical standards while demonstrating professionalism, gratitude, and positivity in all interactions. Remote work will be considered for this position in consultation with the hiring authority.

For nearly 200 years, Roanoke College has championed its students' potential and provided transformational educational experiences. An independent, co-educational, four-year liberal arts college located in Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is much more than a place to obtain an education — it is a place to explore what matters, learn where to fit in the world, and design a life with meaning and purpose. Set on 80 acres surrounded by the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke College is the second oldest Lutheran-related college in America. Its nearly 2,000 students can choose from 97 areas of study and enjoy the benefits of small class sizes. With 27 Division III athletics programs and more than 140 clubs and student organizations, there is something for everyone at Roanoke College. The more than 18,000 alumni across the nation, and the globe, ensure a strong network of support beyond the campus.

Roanoke College develops students as whole persons and prepares them for responsible lives of learning, service, and leadership by promoting their intellectual, ethical, spiritual, and personal growth. Roanoke champions potential, providing learning and leadership through leading-edge academic programs and transformative educational experiences, giving students the mettle, mindset, and empathy to pursue lives of purpose, build meaningful careers, and meet society's most pressing needs. As such, Roanoke College is committed to being a leading national liberal arts college, a model of experiential learning, and a community committed to open discourse and civil debate as ways of learning and as preparation for service in the world.

Roanoke College pursues its mission through an innovative curriculum that combines a core program in the liberal arts; major fields of study in the natural sciences, the social sciences, and the humanities and fine arts; along with career-oriented, specialized programs of study. The College welcomes and reflects a variety of religious traditions.

The College honors its Christian heritage and its partnership with the Lutheran church by nurturing a dialogue between faith and reason. In keeping with its history and mission, the College strives to be a diverse community, nationally and internationally. Central to achieving the purposes of the College is a strong commitment to liberal education and a vision of human freedom leading to service within the human community. The College's learning goals, therefore, focus upon developing both a student's confident sense of freedom in the world and a sense of purpose in using that freedom. Through these goals the College strives to produce resourceful, informed, and responsible citizens prepared for productive careers and for leadership in community.

U.S. News and World Report, Princeton Review, and Forbes Magazine consistently rank Roanoke College as one of the top colleges and liberal arts programs in the nation. The College ranked in the top 9% on Princeton Review's Best 389 Colleges list and ranked #14 on the publications list of best college radio stations. Roanoke College was also ranked one of 16 colleges of distinction in the state of Virginia for 2024. The College has also been recognized as a top Fulbright producing institution with a record six students for one year.

A bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least two years of experience securing major gifts is required for this position. Roanoke College will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to the College, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Roanoke College as well as the responsibilities and qualifications stated in the prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000 annually.

Roanoke College is committed to the inclusion of all qualified candidates. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Tonya Malik-Carson at [e-mail].

To apply for this position, visit: https://opportunities.aspenleadershipgroup.com/opportunities/4382.





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