Major Gifts Development Officer

Texas A&M University-Victoria; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University-Victoria is seeking a Development Officer to advance philanthropic giving by identifying and cultivating major-gift prospects. You will manage a portfolio, collaborate with university leaders, and craft proposals that communicate priorities and impact.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least two years of fundraising experience, strong communication, and ability to work independently and with campus partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field; 2 years fundraising or related experience.
• Knowledge of donor relations and stewardship practices.
• Proficiency with donor databases and CRM systems.
• Ability to develop fundraising strategies and proposals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages a portfolio of major-gift prospects and donors to secure support.
• Cultivates, solicits, and steward donors for annual and major gifts.
• Collaborates with campus leaders to align donor interests with priorities.
• Develops proposals, reports, and donor communications.
• Maintains accurate records in the donor CRM and generates reports.
• Represents the university at events to build relationships.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Communication

CRM systems

Negotiation

Project management

Event coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Database programs

Spreadsheets

CRM software

Job description

Texas A&M University-Victoria is seeking a Development Officer to advance philanthropic giving by identifying and cultivating major-gift prospects. You will manage a portfolio, collaborate with university leaders, and craft proposals that communicate priorities and impact.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and at least two years of fundraising experience, strong communication, and ability to work independently and with campus partners.