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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 collaborate with university leadership to achieve fundraising goals. The role involves extensive travel, donor engagement, and participation in university events to promote philanthropy and enhance alumni relations.
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Job Summary
The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects at major, principal, and/or planned gift levels to drive long-term University support.
This position requires frequent domestic travel to meet with high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and major donors to solicit structured philanthropic gifts.
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $80,000 - $90,000 plus qualification for the Foundation's Incentive Program.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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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 collaborate with university leadership to achieve fundraising goals. The role involves extensive travel, donor engagement, and participation in university events to promote philanthropy and enhance alumni relations.
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Salary
Base: $80,000 - $90,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Qualifies for Foundation's Incentive Program; Benefits: Excellent UW System benefit package
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Minimum 5 years of fundraising experience
Demonstrated success soliciting six-figure gifts
Database and CRM experience required
Domestic travel to meet high-net-worth individuals
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Nice-to-have
Interest in higher education fundraising
Experience working with Boards
Customer service background preferred
Strategic mind with persuasion skills
Tech-friendly with interest in analytics
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Minimum 5 years of fundraising or sales experience