Philanthropy Officer, Neuroscience Fundraising

umiami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to manage fundraising activities for the Neurosciences and support the Miller School of Medicine. This role partners with the Sr.

Director of Development to secure philanthropic gifts and advance priorities. You will identify prospective donors, develop cultivation plans, maintain donor communications, and help coordinate stewardship across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Five (5) years of demonstrated successful experience in fundraising and fundraising management, preferably in higher education or health care.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills are necessary along with the ability to be highly organized, creative, energetic, and assertive and exhibit the independent judgment and personal integrity necessary to carry out a senior management role in fundraising.
• A teamwork-oriented approach to colleagues and proven ability to partner in a positive and constructive environment are essential.
• Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Identify prospective donors and funding sources, in conjunction with faculty and staff, and develop cultivation and solicitation plans, involving the aforementioned groups and volunteers, as appropriate.
• Ensure regular communications and stewardship with donors, including re-solicitations, proper acknowledgement of gifts and pledge payments, reporting, visiting, and providing regular information on the progress of the departments.
• Assist donors, prospects and other select individuals with appointments, scheduling and other necessary facilitation through clinical encounters.
• Maintain communications with colleagues in medical departments, other schools and central development to ensure effective collaborations and synergy in achieving the university’s key fundraising goals and objectives.
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the Department’s needs, both general and specific to various programs and departments.
• Document all contacts, communications, visits, and proposals in i-BIS and other appropriate donor files.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to manage fundraising activities for the Neurosciences and support the Miller School of Medicine. This role partners with the Sr.

Director of Development to secure philanthropic gifts and advance priorities. You will identify prospective donors, develop cultivation plans, maintain donor communications, and help coordinate stewardship across departments.