Senior Gift Officer - University Relations - Updated And Extended

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States
Base: $80,000 - $90,000 annually; bonus/equity: qu...
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Minimum 5 years of fundraising experience
Experience soliciting six-figure gifts
Database and crm experience required
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking a Senior Gift Officer to cultivate donor relationships and develop fundraising strategies to meet program funding goals. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in fundraising, particularly in securing major gifts, and must demonstrate strong communication and relationship-building skills

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.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of fundraising or sales experience with a demonstrated success in soliciting six-figure gifts.
  • The position offers a starting annual salary range of $80,000 - $90,000 plus eligibility for the Foundation's Incentive Program.

Matching Summary

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The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking a Senior Gift Officer to cultivate donor relationships and develop fundraising strategies to meet program funding goals. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in fundraising, particularly in securing major gifts, and must demonstrate strong communication and relationship-building skills.

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
  • Experience soliciting six-figure gifts
  • Database and CRM experience required
  • Domestic travel to meet high-net-worth individuals
  • Ability to hit sales metrics

Nice-to-have

  • Interest in higher education fundraising
  • Experience working with Boards
  • Customer service background
  • Strategic mind with persuasion skills
  • Tech-friendly with analytics interest

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 5 years of fundraising or sales experience
  • Demonstrated success soliciting six-figure gifts
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States
  • No H-1B visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the US

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