Major Gifts Development Officer

Auburn; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Auburn Advancement seeks a Development Officer to join the College of Veterinary Medicine team. The role focuses on identifying major giving prospects, cultivating relationships, and securing significant gifts to support Auburn University’s philanthropic mission.

You will steward donors, communicate impact, and collaborate with university partners to foster a culture of philanthropy. This externally oriented role requires travel and autonomy, with opportunities to impact Auburn's future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus at least 2 years in fundraising or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate major giving prospects through research, ratings, peer reviews, and reports.
• Solicit and secure gifts via in-person visits, group presentations, and calls with compelling cases for support.
• Provide stewardship through personalized acknowledgements and ongoing donor engagement.
• Travel frequently to meet donors and engage stakeholders as part of external focus.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship building

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Auburn Advancement seeks a Development Officer to join the College of Veterinary Medicine team. The role focuses on identifying major giving prospects, cultivating relationships, and securing significant gifts to support Auburn University’s philanthropic mission.

You will steward donors, communicate impact, and collaborate with university partners to foster a culture of philanthropy. This externally oriented role requires travel and autonomy, with opportunities to impact Auburn's future.