Major Gift Officer Intermediate

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Híbrido; USD 60.000 - 97.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work arrangement

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

University of Michigan is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to engage and secure major and planned gifts of $50,000+. You will manage a portfolio of 125 prospects and work with senior university leaders to advance campaigns, including regional events and visits by the dean and chairs.

The role supports hybrid or remote work at the department's discretion, requiring significant travel and evening/weekend flexibility. A bachelor’s degree and fundraising experience are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years fundraising experience for Associate level; 3–5 years for Intermediate level.
• Strong written communication and knowledge of donor database management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel 30–40% and to work some evenings/weekends.
• Knowledge of charitable giving laws and practices.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain a comprehensive multi-year fundraising plan to secure $50,000+ gifts from assigned regions.
• Manage and solicit a portfolio of 100–125 major and planned giving prospects.
• Lead cultivation efforts with a fundraising cadence of 8–10 visits per month and 15+ asks per year.
• Collaborate with campus colleagues to align donor strategies for multi-unit interests.
• Identify and qualify new prospects to build the donor pipeline.
• Maintain current records in the donor database.
• Plan and direct development programs and events in the assigned region.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Database management

PC literacy

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Herramientas

Donor database

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The University of Michigan School of Public Health Office of Development and Alumni Engagement is looking for a Major Gift Officer focused on engaging and discovering prospective donors in several assigned regions of the United States. As part of our energetic and engaging team, and in support of our ambitious 'Look to Michigan" campaign, you will be charged with managing relationships and securing support from individuals who are capable of making major and planned gifts of $50,000 or more.

The Major Gifts Officer will develop and manage a personal portfolio of 125 prospects and donors, as well as develop and execute a strategic plan for major gift fundraising in assigned region(s). This position will work closely with the Chief Development Officer, Senior Major Gifts Officer, the Dean, Chairs, faculty, volunteers, and University-wide development colleagues to achieve positive outcomes. This position will need to exercise good judgment and work with a high degree of discretion, and confidentiality is required. Plan and direct School of Public Health development programs and activities, including dinners, receptions, and visits by the dean, associate deans, department chairs, and faculty in the assigned region

Responsibilities

• Maintain and strengthen a comprehensive multi-year fundraising plan to generate philanthropic support from donors capable of contributing $50,000 or above from assigned regions, to include West Michigan, the Midwest, and parts of the Southwest United States. The multi-year plan will consist of systematic, appropriate, and effective identification, cultivation, and solicitation strategies for both major and planned gift prospects
• Manage and solicit a portfolio of 100-125 major and planned giving prospects
• Lead and support strategic cultivation and solicitation efforts, maintaining a strong fundraising cadence (8-10 visits/month; 15+ asks/year)
• Work collaboratively with other development colleagues across campus and the U-M Office of University Development (OUD) to identify and establish a strategy for donors with multi-unit interests
• Implement strategies to identify and qualify new prospects to build the donor pipeline through effective and active discovery continually
• Maintain accurate and current records and document activity in the University's donor database
• Plan and direct School of Public Health development programs and activities, including dinners, receptions, and visits by the dean, associate deans, department chairs, and faculty in the assigned region

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (graduate degree preferred)
• 1-3 years ( Associate Level), 3-5 years ( Intermediate Level) of experience in successful fundraising, especially in direct personal solicitation programs, or other related fields
• Strong communication skills, especially in the preparation of written communications, and knowledge of database management and personal computers
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Business travel is estimated to be 30-40%. Work may include some evenings and weekends, and the ability to adjust schedule to meet donor needs and conduct business
• Knowledge of charitable giving laws and practices

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Locations

Team members are expected to be on-site 2-3 days per week, with travel days counting toward this requirement.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Associate level-$60,278-$74,461

Intermediate level-$78,357-$96,794

Additional Information

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Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.