Senior Gift Officer - University Relations

University of Wisconsin - Whitewater

Whitewater, Wisconsin, US
Base: $80,000 - $90,000; bonus/equity: incentive p...
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Identify and cultivate donor relationships
Develop and implement fundraising plans
Solicit comprehensive philanthropic gifts
** The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater is seeking a Senior Gift Officer to identify and cultivate relationships with major donors, develop fundraising strategies, and enhance donor engagement. This role requires significant experience in fundraising, particularly in the higher education sector, and includes travel for donor meetings. **

Job Summary

  • The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects at major, principal, and/or planned gift levels.
  • This position identifies, promotes, and maintains donor relationships, and identifies solicitation opportunities designed to generate gifts that meet program funding goals.
  • Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $80,000 - $90,000, plus the Foundation’s Incentive Program and an excellent benefit package.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater is seeking a Senior Gift Officer to identify and cultivate relationships with major donors, develop fundraising strategies, and enhance donor engagement. This role requires significant experience in fundraising, particularly in the higher education sector, and includes travel for donor meetings. **

Salary

Base: $80,000 - $90,000; Bonus/Equity: Incentive Program; Benefits: Excellent benefit package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Identify and cultivate donor relationships
  • Develop and implement fundraising plans
  • Solicit comprehensive philanthropic gifts
  • Travel domestically to meet donors
  • Maintain accurate donor records

Nice-to-have

  • Relationship-building skills
  • Strategic mind with persuasion
  • Active participant in safety regulations
  • Interest in analytics
  • Work with diverse backgrounds

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 5 years fundraising, sales, or negotiation experience
  • Corporate sales or major gift experience
  • Experience soliciting seven-figure gifts
  • Sales experience hitting metrics
  • Database and CRM experience

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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