Strategic Major Gifts Lead

WMed; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition discount for employee and/or 


Job summary

Western Michigan University seeks a College Vice President for University Advancement to identify and promote relationships with major donors, focusing on emerging gifts. The role emphasizes building connections and coordinating strategies across institutional partners on behalf of the university.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of three years’ fundraising experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
• Three years’ relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field.
• Willingness to travel on a frequent basis.
• Demonstrated professionalism.
• Capable of motivating volunteers and donors.
• Strong self-motivation.
• Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develops and promotes relationship strategies for major gift prospects in assigned portfolio.
• Assists in identifying potential major gift prospects, including determining the interest and affiliation with the University.
• Builds relationships with donors and assists in coordinating strategies and personal visits for the involvement of institutional partners.
• Assists in writing major gift proposals and agreements.

Skills

Donor relationship building

Strategic fundraising

Communication skills

Team leadership

Travel readiness

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Western Michigan University seeks a College Vice President for University Advancement to identify and promote relationships with major donors, focusing on emerging gifts. The role emphasizes building connections and coordinating strategies across institutional partners on behalf of the university.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree, a minimum of three years’ fundraising experience, and strong communication skills.