Senior Major Gifts & Donor Relations Officer

North Central College; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions

Tuition waiver for full-time employees

Generous paid time off including holidays

Job summary

A community-focused higher education institution in Illinois is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Officer to build and maintain strong relationships with constituents. The role involves managing a portfolio of prospects for major gifts, developing strategic fundraising plans, and contributing to the College's mission. A successful candidate will have at least 5 years of fundraising experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to diversity. Comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of successful professional fundraising experience.
• Experience in major and planned gifts in higher education preferred.
• Strong understanding of institutional advancement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of prospects for qualification, cultivation, and solicitation.
• Create strategic plans for donors/prospects for effective moves management.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit prospects annually.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written presentation skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree in a professional program

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM software

Job description

A community-focused higher education institution in Illinois is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Officer to build and maintain strong relationships with constituents. The role involves managing a portfolio of prospects for major gifts, developing strategic fundraising plans, and contributing to the College's mission. A successful candidate will have at least 5 years of fundraising experience, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to diversity. Comprehensive benefits are included.