Senior Major Gifts Donor Relations Manager

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement options

Annual leave

12 paid holidays per year

Tuition waivers for employees and affli

Medical, dental and vision care

Job summary

The Senior Relationship Manager at the University of Alaska earns a central role in advancing UAF’s mission by securing major gifts of $25,000 or more from individuals, corporations, foundations, and organizations. This donor-facing position supports fundraising across colleges, schools, institutes and programs, while championing Chancellor’s initiatives in academics, scholarships, and campus enhancements.

The role demands initiative, strategic thinking and exceptional relationship-building

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of related experience or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years in successful relationship building or public relations.
• Minimum 2 years in fundraising or similar activity.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors to secure major gifts.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, community partners and the UA Foundation.
• Support events, donor engagement strategies and stewardship activities.
• Advance UAF’s fundraising success through donor relationships and outreach.

Skills

Relationship building

Public relations

Fundraising

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, business, public administration or relevant field

Job description

The Senior Relationship Manager at the University of Alaska earns a central role in advancing UAF’s mission by securing major gifts of $25,000 or more from individuals, corporations, foundations, and organizations. This donor-facing position supports fundraising across colleges, schools, institutes and programs, while championing Chancellor’s initiatives in academics, scholarships, and campus enhancements.

The role demands initiative, strategic thinking and exceptional relationship-building