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 high-volume prospect portfolio
Frequent travel in northeast us
The University of Richmond is seeking a Leadership Giving Officer to advance its fundraising efforts by managing a portfolio of leadership-level prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S. The role involves cultivating donor relationships, soliciting philanthropic commitments, and contributing to the university's public campaign launch in 2026

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.
  • Candidates must have proven success in soliciting and closing four- and five-figure philanthropic gifts with strong judgment and discretion.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Richmond is seeking a Leadership Giving Officer to advance its fundraising efforts by managing a portfolio of leadership-level prospects, primarily in the Northeast U.S. The role involves cultivating donor relationships, soliciting philanthropic commitments, and contributing to the university's public campaign launch in 2026.

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 high-volume prospect portfolio
  • Frequent travel in Northeast US

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education fundraising
  • Strong sense of humor
  • Collaborative team-oriented mindset

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum three years of fundraising experience
  • Proficiency in CRM/database systems

Work Rights

Not specified

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