Strategic Major Gifts Officer

Kansas-State-University-Foundation; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid holidays and generous leave

Tuition & certification assistance

Wellness program stipend

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Kansas State University Foundation is seeking a driven sales and relationship-building professional to lead major gift fundraising in support of the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering.

The role focuses on prospecting, presenting proposals, and cultivating donor partnerships with a mission to advance engineering education and research. Location is onsite in Manhattan, KS, with responsibilities spanning donor engagement, travel, and strategic collaboration with campus teams to meet ambitious

Qualifications

• 2+ years of full-time experience in metrics-driven roles, with a track record of building relationships.
• Experience conducting face-to-face meetings, presenting materials, and closing deals in major gifts.
• Excellent communication, persuasive presentation, and active listening skills.
• Drive to meet metrics and work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Proactively reach out to potential donors through calls and visits, qualifying prospects and cultivating relationships.
• Strategically present and solicit major gifts ($50,000+) through fundraising proposals.
• Manage multiple donor relationships and travel to meet donors face-to-face.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategies for meaningful major gift fundraising.
• Keep activity documented and outcomes measurable, stewarding donors at every stage.

Skills

Relationship building

Sales experience

Face-to-face meetings

Communication skills

Active listening

Metrics-driven

Job description

Kansas State University Foundation is seeking a driven sales and relationship-building professional to lead major gift fundraising in support of the Carl R. Ice College of Engineering.

The role focuses on prospecting, presenting proposals, and cultivating donor partnerships with a mission to advance engineering education and research. Location is onsite in Manhattan, KS, with responsibilities spanning donor engagement, travel, and strategic collaboration with campus teams to meet ambitious