Major Gifts Development Manager

KSU Foundation; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

HSA contributions

403(b) retirement plan with company 10

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition and certification assistance

Wellness program reimbursement

Flexible work environment

Mission-driven work

Job summary

Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS seeks a Development Manager to lead the Digital Development Officer team and drive donor engagement for major gifts. The role focuses on data-driven outreach, relationship-building, and strategy development to expand K-State's donor pipeline.

You will coach two team members, collaborate with partners, and ensure accurate CRM records while pursuing measurable fundraising goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in outbound/inbound calling, sales, fundraising, or related field with measurable outcomes.
• Experience managing projects, priorities, and multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience using CRM systems to manage data and relationships.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Excel and MS Office.
• Excellent communication, listening, and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-channel prospecting across phone, email, and video to engage donors and generate referrals.
• Use data and analytics to identify prospects and design outreach strategies.
• Collaborate with development partners to refer qualified major gift prospects.
• Capture prospect insights in the CRM to support relationship-building.
• Track outreach activity and maintain accurate prospect records.

Skills

Outbound/inbound calling

CRM usage

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS seeks a Development Manager to lead the Digital Development Officer team and drive donor engagement for major gifts. The role focuses on data-driven outreach, relationship-building, and strategy development to expand K-State's donor pipeline.

You will coach two team members, collaborate with partners, and ensure accurate CRM records while pursuing measurable fundraising goals.