Strategic Leadership Gifts Officer

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is hiring a Gift Officer I – Leadership Annual Giving to cultivate relationships with donor prospects, develop fundraising plans, and collaborate with Advancement staff to meet gift targets. The role manages a ~200-donor portfolio and utilizes data-driven approaches, CRM systems, and AI-assisted tools to optimize engagement and outcomes.

The position is part of frontline development, focused on revenue generation, with strong emphasis on strategic thinking,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with computers and standard applications (MS Office, Adobe).

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of up to 200 donors and prospects.
• Developing custom strategies to engage and solicit donors.
• Track relationship status using database solutions and AI-assisted data tools.
• Collaborate with UA leadership to set goals.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee is hiring a Gift Officer I – Leadership Annual Giving to cultivate relationships with donor prospects, develop fundraising plans, and collaborate with Advancement staff to meet gift targets. The role manages a ~200-donor portfolio and utilizes data-driven approaches, CRM systems, and AI-assisted tools to optimize engagement and outcomes.

The position is part of frontline development, focused on revenue generation, with strong emphasis on strategic thinking,