Major Gift Officer-East Coast

Andrews University; Berrien Springs (MI); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews University is seeking a Development Officer to manage a 150+ donor portfolio, write proposals, and coordinate cultivation activities. The role requires a deep commitment to Seventh-day Adventist higher education and donor stewardship, with travel across the East Coast.

The position combines office work with travel, focusing on building enduring relationships and advancing the university’s strategic fund­raising goals. A strong background in fundraising is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• Two to four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and expertise will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with donors.
• Knowledge of development principles, fundraising strategies and ethics, and familiarity with donor tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops, manages and solicits an active portfolio of 150+ donors and prospective donors.
• Writes proposals, follow-up letters and materials for cultivation and solicitation activities.
• Enters monthly donor contact reports into Banner data system.
• Plans and maintains travel schedule of 10–12 days or more per month.
• Collaborates with Advancement colleagues to meet strategic goals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Donor relationships

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Banner donor database

MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

DEVELOPMENT - Major Gift Officer-East Coast

Job Classification

Salaried Full-time (75-100%)

Position summary

The Senior Development Officer position will focus on developing, managing and soliciting a portfolio of 150+ donors and prospective donors.

Qualifications summary

• Personal passion for Seventh-day Adventist Christian higher education with a belief in the mission, principles and values Andrews University promotes.
• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred. Two to four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and expertise will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with donors.
• Knowledge of development principles, fundraising strategies and ethics, and familiarity with "moves manageement" donor tracking systems.

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Duties and responsibilities

• Develops, manages and solicits an active portfolio of 150+ donors and prospective donors
• Writes proposals, follow-up letters, introductory letters and prepares background information and materials for cultivation and solicitation activities
• Prepares and enters reports of monthly donor contact into Banner data system
• Plans and maintains visiting travel schedule of 10 - 12 days or more per month
• Works closely with Advancement colleagues in Alumni, Development, Planned Giving and Trust Services and the Howard Performing Arts Center to fulfill the goals specified in Andrews University's Current Strategic Plan
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Supervisory responsibilities

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities

Qualifications

• Personal passion for Seventh -day Adventist Christianhigher education with a belief in the mission principles and values Andrews University promotes
• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred. Two to four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and expertise will be considered
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with donors
• Knowledge of development principles,fundraising strategies and ethics, and familiarity with "moves manageement" donor tracking systems
• Superior interpersonal, oral, and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to represent Andrews University's mission and interests to a diverse group of alumni and friends
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and to meetÂÂÂÂÂÂ deadlines
• ÂÂÂHigh energy, personal initiative,maturity and integrity are essential
• Ability to use office technology and information systems (includingWord,Excel,Outlook,PowerPoint) and donor database (Banner)

Must be a Seventh-day Adventist in good and regular standing.

Technical competencies

Ability to use office technology and information systems (including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and donor database (Banner)

Interpersonal interactions

• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with donors and work colleagues
• Superior interpersonal, oral, and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to represent Andrews University's mission and interests to a diverse group of alumni and friends
• High energy, personal initiative, maturity and integrity are essential

Physical demands

Ability to travel for multiple days handling the stresses of the road with patient endurance

Work environment

This position will be both in an office setting and remotely as one works from the road