Philanthropic Advisor - Parent Engagement (Remote)

The Claremont Colleges Services; Claremont (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Mudd College is seeking a Philanthropic Advisor for Parent Engagement to lead a donor-centric fundraising program focused on parents and families.

The role builds relationships with high-net-worth individuals, cultivates gifts, and coordinates events like Family Weekend while collaborating across campus to align with key priorities and campaigns. Requires 3+ years in leadership annual fundraising and a track record of five-figure gifts. Travel and evening/weekend work is expected.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• At least three years of demonstrable experience in leadership annual fundraising in a medium-to-large development operation.
• Experience in an academic setting and in a campaign environment is strongly preferred.
• A record of successfully soliciting and closing five figure gifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead Family Partners Circle growth by developing initiatives to recruit, engage, retain, and inspire gifts from Harvey Mudd parents and families.
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective members, craft proposals, and prioritize solicitations.
• Coordinate two annual Family Partners Circle meetings with Alumni and Family Engagement and other offices.
• Engage families in the life of the college through events and tailored communications.
• Collaborate across campus to coordinate parent engagement opportunities and ensure donor stewardship.
• Develop creative cultivation plans and effective solicitation strategies to maximize parent and family support.

Skills

Relationship management

Donor cultivation

Gifts solicitation

Excellent communication

Fundraising strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Harvey Mudd College is seeking a Philanthropic Advisor for Parent Engagement to lead a donor-centric fundraising program focused on parents and families.

The role builds relationships with high-net-worth individuals, cultivates gifts, and coordinates events like Family Weekend while collaborating across campus to align with key priorities and campaigns. Requires 3+ years in leadership annual fundraising and a track record of five-figure gifts. Travel and evening/weekend work is expected.