Leadership Giving Officer (northeast)

University of Richmond

Richmond, Virginia, United States
Base: $58,110 to $86,299 annually; bonus/equity: n...
Hybrid
Proven success soliciting four- and five-figure gifts
Minimum three years fundraising experience
Willingness to maintain robust travel schedule
The University of Richmond is seeking a Leadership Giving Officer to enhance its fundraising efforts by cultivating relationships with leadership-level prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S. The role involves soliciting philanthropic commitments and deepening donor engagement to support the university’s mission and campaign goals

Job Summary

  • The Leadership Giving Officer helps advance the University of Richmond's mission while supporting the public campaign launch in fall 2026.
  • This role involves identifying, qualifying, and cultivating a high-volume portfolio of leadership-level prospects primarily in the Northeast U.S.
  • The position requires meeting annual performance metrics and contributing to team-wide fundraising goals with frequent travel expected.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Richmond is seeking a Leadership Giving Officer to enhance its fundraising efforts by cultivating relationships with leadership-level prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S. The role involves soliciting philanthropic commitments and deepening donor engagement to support the university’s mission and campaign goals.

Salary

Base: $58,110 to $86,299 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Proven success soliciting four- and five-figure gifts
  • Minimum three years fundraising experience
  • Willingness to maintain robust travel schedule

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education fundraising preferred
  • Strong sense of humor appreciated
  • Proficiency with CRM/database systems

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum three years of fundraising experience
  • Experience in higher education fundraising preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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