Major Gifts Officer: Strategic Donor Engagement

Gallaudet University; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 113.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Gallaudet University in Washington, DC seeks a Major Gifts Officer to plan and manage donor programs. You will develop strategies for private support, cultivate major donors, and coordinate with university leadership to secure gifts aligned with the Strategic Plan.

The role leads the legacy gifts program, oversees estate gifts, and prepares proposals and stewardship materials. Strong writing, relationship management, and ASL are essential to engage diverse stakeholders.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum of four years of professional experience with fundraising, marketing and communication, or a related field.
• Ability to communicate in American Sign Language.

Responsabilidades

• Plan, initiate and manage fundraising activities for major donors.
• Identify prospects, cultivate and steward major gifts.
• Lead the legacy gifts program and oversee estate gifts.
• Prepare proposals, reports, and donor acknowledgments.
• Coordinate with campus departments and vendors for planned gifts.

Conocimientos

American Sign Language

Strong writing

Strong organizational skills

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Descripción del empleo

Gallaudet University in Washington, DC seeks a Major Gifts Officer to plan and manage donor programs. You will develop strategies for private support, cultivate major donors, and coordinate with university leadership to secure gifts aligned with the Strategic Plan.

The role leads the legacy gifts program, oversees estate gifts, and prepares proposals and stewardship materials. Strong writing, relationship management, and ASL are essential to engage diverse stakeholders.