Philanthropy Officer, FSW Foundation (Lee County Focus)

Florida Southwestern State College; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Philanthropy Officer to enhance its fundraising efforts. In this pivotal role, you will identify and cultivate relationships with high net-worth individuals, managing a portfolio of extraordinary donors to secure significant financial support for the foundation. You will develop and implement effective solicitation strategies while adhering to the highest ethical standards. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in the educational sector, fostering long-term relationships and contributing to the philanthropic objectives of the institution. Join a team that values excellence and commitment to community enhancement.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Educational Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, preferably in higher education.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate high net-worth individuals for financial support.
• Manage a portfolio of extraordinary donors and develop solicitation strategies.

Skills

Fundraising Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Fundraising Strategies

Donor Technology Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Non-Profit Management

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Bachelor’s degree in Communication

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Educational Administration

Job description

Philanthropy Officer, FSW Foundation (Lee County Focus)

Administrative & Clerical Positions

Fort Myers, FL

ID: 25035

Full-Time/Regular

Florida SouthWestern State College is accepting resumes in search of a Philanthropy Officer, FSW Foundation (Lee County Focus) to join our team of exceptional employees. The Philanthropy Officer is charged with identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding high net-worth (HNW) individuals to secure significant financial support for FSW State College Foundation. This position manages a portfolio of extraordinary donors and prospects, develops and implements effective solicitation strategies, and fosters long-term relationships to achieve the College's philanthropic objectives. The Philanthropy Officer adheres to the highest ethical standards. This is a College Administrator on annual contract position.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in non-profit management, marketing, communication, business, public administration, educational administration or a related field.
• Five (5) years of professional, nonprofit fundraising experience, preferably in higher education. An appropriate combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Organizational longevity and a documented track record of major gift fundraising and campaigns.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Knowledge of effective private fundraising strategies.
• Proficiency in using donor technology platforms to research and manage records.

FSW Employee Benefits feature:

• Competitive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options to meet your needs.
• Generous paid time off includes vacation, sick, personal, holidays, and winter & spring breaks.
• Educational and professional development opportunities for you and your dependents.

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a cover letter along with their resume.

Submit your resume for consideration to become one of the best, the brightest, the BUCS!

Florida SouthWestern State College, an equal access institution, prohibits discrimination in its employment, programs and activities based on race, sex, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information or veteran status. Questions pertaining to educational equity, equal access or equal opportunity should be addressed to the College’s Title IX Coordinator/Equity Officer: Angie Snyder; Room A-106A; 8099 College Parkway SW, Fort Myers, FL 33919; [phone]; [e-mail]. FSW online anonymous reporting www.fsw.edu/report. Inquiries/complaints can be filed with the Title IX Coordinator/Equity Officer online, in person, via mail, via email, or with the US Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Atlanta Office: 61 Forsyth St. SW Suite 19T70, Atlanta, GA 30303-8927.