Senior Gift Officer - University Relations - Updated And Extended

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States
Base: $80,000 - $90,000 annually; bonus/equity: fo...
Major gift solicitation experience
Six-figure gift success record
Donor database and crm proficiency
The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects to generate gifts that meet program funding goals

Job Summary

  • The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects to generate gifts that meet program funding goals.
  • This position requires frequent domestic travel to meet with high-net-worth individuals and solicit structured philanthropic gifts.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of five years of fundraising or sales experience with a demonstrated ability to solicit six-figure gifts.

Matching Summary

The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects to generate gifts that meet program funding goals.

Salary

Base: $80,000 - $90,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Foundation Incentive Program available; Benefits: Excellent UW System benefit package included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Major gift solicitation experience
  • Six-figure gift success record
  • Donor database and CRM proficiency
  • Strategic fundraising planning skills
  • Domestic travel capability required

Nice-to-have

  • Higher education fundraising interest
  • Board engagement experience
  • Customer service background
  • Analytics and tech-friendly mindset
  • Diverse cultural interaction skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum 5 years fundraising experience
  • Experience soliciting six-figure gifts
  • Database and CRM experience
  • Legal authorization to work in US

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter