Major Gifts Officer

BROOKLYN COLLEGE FOUNDATION INC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to lead fundraising initiatives and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects. This role is crucial for advancing the institution's mission through strategic donor engagement and relationship building. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in major gift fundraising, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for higher education. Join a dedicated team committed to making a significant impact in the community, where your efforts will directly contribute to the success of the College's capital campaign and fundraising goals.

Benefits

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in major gift fundraising, ideally in higher education.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for major gift donors.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors for long-term engagement.

Skills

Fundraising

Communication Skills

Project Management

Writing Skills

Research Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

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About the Role:

The Brooklyn College Foundation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Major Gifts Officer to join our Institutional Advancement team. This pivotal role will manage a portfolio of 175–200 major gift prospects, playing a key part in the College’s capital campaign and fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in major gift fundraising, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, and a passion for higher education.

The Major Gifts Officer will represent the Brooklyn College Foundation to a wide range of constituents, including board members, donors, prospects, and friends of the College, building and nurturing meaningful relationships to support the institution's mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivation and Solicitation:
• Develop and implement strategic plans to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift donors and prospects.
• Initiate and maintain meaningful engagement with potential donors to move them through the giving cycle effectively.
• Donor Stewardship:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors to ensure continued support and long-term engagement.
• Create tailored proposals, acknowledgments, and stewardship materials in collaboration with the Institutional Advancement team.
• Partner with campaign leadership, the College President, and senior staff to secure gifts aligned with campaign priorities.
• Support and guide board members and volunteers in their fundraising efforts.
• Monitor donor prospect activity to ensure positive and impactful donor relations.
• Evaluate cultivation strategies and prioritize donor interactions to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Administrative Duties:
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of donor interactions and proposals in Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems.
• Support additional initiatives and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

Experience:

• 3-5 years of successful experience in direct soliciting in major gift fundraising, ideally within higher education.

Skills:

• Exceptional research, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors successfully.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Raiser’s Edge or similar database systems.
• Sound judgment, maturity, and the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including donors, trustees, faculty, and staff.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends as needed.
• A passion and commitment to advancing the Brooklyn College Foundation’s mission and fundraising priorities.

Application Process:

To apply, please email your resume and a compelling cover letter to Anna David at [e-mail]. Include "Major Gifts Officer" in the subject line.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations, Fundraising, and Philanthropic Fundraising Services

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