Senior Gift Officer - University Relations - Updated And Extended

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater

Whitewater, Wisconsin, US
Base: $80,000 - $90,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
5 years of fundraising experience
Ability to travel domestically
Experience with donor databases
The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects at major, principal, and/or planned gift levels

Job Summary

  • The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects at major, principal, and/or planned gift levels.
  • This position develops and implements fundraising plans and works collaboratively with other University staff and leadership.
  • The selected candidate will frequently travel domestically to meet with high-net-worth individuals and major donors.

Matching Summary

The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects at major, principal, and/or planned gift levels.

Salary

Base: $80,000 - $90,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Excellent benefit package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years of fundraising experience
  • Ability to travel domestically
  • Experience with donor databases

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in higher education fundraising
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • Customer service background

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Corporate sales experience
  • Experience soliciting six-figure gifts

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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