Senior Development Gift Officer

Marian University; Indiana, Indianapolis (PA, IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Development Gift Officer to promote its mission through effective fundraising strategies. This role involves engaging with diverse communities, managing donor relationships, and collaborating with various teams to meet fundraising goals. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to the mission and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transformative education and community engagement, where your contributions will have a lasting impact on the future of the institution.

Qualifications

• At least three years of direct fundraising experience, preferably in higher education.
• Ability to analyze and interpret giving data for planning purposes.

Responsibilities

• Engage with the Catholic Franciscan mission and handle gift cultivation.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 prospects for fundraising.

Skills

Fundraising Principles

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title: Senior Development Gift Officer

Marian University, a diverse community of faculty and staff representing many faiths and worldviews, is seeking a Senior Development Gift Officer. The role focuses on promoting our Catholic Franciscan mission by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts from alumni, friends, the business community, and prospects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Engage actively with the Catholic Franciscan mission, modeling Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the founding congregation's legacy through transformative education, diversity, leadership, faith integration, and policies.
2. Handle gift cultivation and solicitation in collaboration with the advancement team via a prospect management process.
3. Manage a portfolio of approximately 150 prospects, generating interest and support for Marian University initiatives.
4. Collaborate with the Institutional Advancement team, university leadership, faculty, staff, and volunteers in gift solicitation efforts.
5. Assist team members in identifying potential donors and prospects.
6. Meet established goals for visits, solicitations, and gifts, with performance tracked regularly.
7. Align activities with the strategic plan of Marian University and the Office of Institutional Advancement.
8. Represent Marian University at various off-campus events.

Required Qualifications:

1. Commitment to Marian University's mission and knowledge of fundraising principles.
2. Bachelor's degree and at least three years of direct fundraising experience, preferably in higher education.
3. Ability to analyze and interpret giving data, financial reports, and legal documents for planning purposes.
4. Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to respond to diverse constituencies.
5. Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and travel as needed.
6. Valid Indiana Driver's License; CFRE certification preferred.
7. Strong computer skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
8. Organized, proactive, collaborative, and capable of working independently and with teams.

Application Process:

Review of applications begins immediately until the position is filled. All applicants must submit:

1. Cover Letter
2. Current Resume or CV
3. Contact information for three professional references, entered in the 'My Presence' section after application submission
4. Responses to mission & identity questions

Before applying, please review Marian University's Mission & Identity Statement: https://www.marian.edu/faith

Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.