Leadership Giving Officer (northeast)

caps.richmond.edu

Richmond, Virginia, US
Base: $55,640 to $82,784 annually; bonus/equity: n...
Hybrid
Soliciting and securing four and five figure gifts
Managing a high-volume prospect portfolio
Identifying and cultivating leadership prospects
The Leadership Giving Officer position at the University of Richmond focuses on advancing the institution's mission through the cultivation and solicitation of leadership-level philanthropic donations. The role requires a combination of interpersonal skills, fundraising experience, and the ability to manage a portfolio of prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S

Job Summary

  • The Leadership Giving Officer helps advance the University of Richmond’s mission to provide an academically challenging, intellectually vibrant, and collaborative education that prepares students for lives of purpose and leadership.
  • This position contributes to that mission by identifying, qualifying, and cultivating a high‑volume portfolio of leadership‑level prospects, soliciting and securing four and five figure philanthropic commitments, and deepening donor relationships.
  • The Leadership Giving Officer manages a portfolio of rated prospects primarily in the Northeast U.S., with concentrated activity in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Leadership Giving Officer position at the University of Richmond focuses on advancing the institution's mission through the cultivation and solicitation of leadership-level philanthropic donations. The role requires a combination of interpersonal skills, fundraising experience, and the ability to manage a portfolio of prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S.

Salary

Base: $55,640 to $82,784 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Soliciting and securing four and five figure gifts
  • Managing a high-volume prospect portfolio
  • Identifying and cultivating leadership prospects
  • Donor relationship management
  • Travel and virtual engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Sense of humor appreciated
  • Commitment to collegiality
  • Willingness to learn ethical principles

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Minimum of three years of fundraising experience
  • Proven success in soliciting and closing gifts
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/database systems
  • Willingness and ability to maintain a robust travel schedule

Work Rights

Not specified

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