Major Gifts Lead, Development & Alumni Relations

Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA, seeks an Assistant/Associate Director of Development to engage alumni and friends as partners in supporting the College of Arts & Architecture. Reporting to the Director of Development and Alumni Relations, you will help plan and execute major gift strategies and cultivate prospective donors.

The role requires a track record in securing major gifts, exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Track record of success in securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills for high-net-worth audiences.
• Ability to foster an inclusive environment for all students and colleagues.
• Proven self-motivation and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Commitment to professional development and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate a prospect pool of graduates and other key constituencies.
• Articulate Penn State's needs, ambitions, and values through proposals and communications.
• Plan and execute solicitation strategies leading to major gifts.
• Travel extensively regionally and nationally to build enduring fundraising relationships and track progress against goals.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Teamwork

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Pennsylvania State University in State College, PA, seeks an Assistant/Associate Director of Development to engage alumni and friends as partners in supporting the College of Arts & Architecture. Reporting to the Director of Development and Alumni Relations, you will help plan and execute major gift strategies and cultivate prospective donors.

The role requires a track record in securing major gifts, exceptional interpersonal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently