Leadership Giving Officer (northeast)

University of Richmond

Richmond, Virginia, United States
Base: $58,110 to $86,299 annually; bonus/equity: n...
Hybrid
Soliciting four and five figure gifts
Managing prospect portfolio in northeast us
Meeting annual fundraising performance metrics
The University of Richmond is seeking a Leadership Giving Officer to help advance its mission through identifying, cultivating, and securing philanthropic commitments from leadership-level prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S. The role requires a strong background in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset, with a focus on meeting annual performance metrics and contributing to team fundraising 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 securing four and five-figure philanthropic commitments and managing a robust travel schedule across multiple states.

Matching Summary

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The University of Richmond is seeking a Leadership Giving Officer to help advance its mission through identifying, cultivating, and securing philanthropic commitments from leadership-level prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S. The role requires a strong background in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset, with a focus on meeting annual performance metrics and contributing to team fundraising goals.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Soliciting four and five figure gifts
  • Managing prospect portfolio in Northeast US
  • Meeting annual fundraising performance metrics

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education fundraising
  • Strong sense of humor appreciated
  • Willingness to learn ethical principles

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum three years of fundraising experience
  • Proven success closing four and five figure gifts

Work Rights

Not specified

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