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, particularly in the Northeast region. This role involves managing a portfolio of leadership-level prospects, securing philanthropic commitments, and deepening donor relationships to support the university's mission and upcoming public campaign

Job Summary

  • The Leadership Giving Officer helps advance the University of Richmond's mission while supporting the University's public campaign launch in the fall of 2026.
  • This position manages a portfolio of rated prospects primarily in the Northeast U.S., with concentrated activity in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey.
  • The role requires meeting annual performance metrics and contributing to team-wide fundraising goals by securing support to expand access and enhance academic excellence.

Matching Summary

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The University of Richmond is seeking a Leadership Giving Officer to enhance its fundraising efforts, particularly in the Northeast region. This role involves managing a portfolio of leadership-level prospects, securing philanthropic commitments, and deepening donor relationships to support the university's mission and upcoming public campaign.

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
  • Ability to engage diverse constituencies

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum three years of fundraising experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems

Work Rights

Not specified

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