Major Gifts Development Lead (Asst Director)

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE); Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Parental leave

401(k) retirement plan with company 6%

Educational benefits

Fitness center access

Job summary

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) seeks an Assistant Director of Development to cultivate and steward relationships with alumni and donors, driving major gifts for university priorities.

You will manage a donor portfolio, partner with campus leaders, and create compelling cases for support while coordinating with the Office of University Advancement to execute annual fundraising plans. Travel and evening/weekend engagement may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of one year in fundraising, sales, or related field.
• Experience in donor relations or major gifts preferred.
• Confidentiality expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects for major gifts.
• Meet quarterly to advance relationships toward commitments.
• Collaborate with campus leaders to translate priorities into cases for support.
• Coordinate with UA colleagues on annual fundraising plans.
• Travel as needed to engage donors and partners.

Skills

Donor relations

Major gifts

Communication

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) seeks an Assistant Director of Development to cultivate and steward relationships with alumni and donors, driving major gifts for university priorities.

You will manage a donor portfolio, partner with campus leaders, and create compelling cases for support while coordinating with the Office of University Advancement to execute annual fundraising plans. Travel and evening/weekend engagement may be required.