Senior Gift Officer - University Relations

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* Position Title:

** Senior Gift Officer - University Relations##
** Job Category:
** Academic Staff##
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* Employment Type:

** Regular##
** Job Profile:
** Gift Officer II##
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* Job Duties:

**** Attention:
** The Division of University Relations at the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater seeks a Senior Gift Officer (Gift Officer II, AV042).
** Job Details:
** The Senior Gift Officer identifies and cultivates relationships with donor prospects at major, principal, and/or planned gift levels. The Senior Gift Officer develops and implements fundraising plans, and works collaboratively with other University staff and leadership to meet predefined gift contribution goals.

This position identifies, promotes, and maintains donor relationships, and identifies solicitation opportunities designed to generate gifts that meet program funding goals. The selected candidate will frequently travel domestically to meet with high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and major donors to solicit comprehensive and structured philanthropic gifts to drive long-term University support through strategic engagement.

The Senior Gift Officer develops and delivers targeted fundraising campaigns and materials specific to gift contributions in alignment with strategic initiatives and priorities, as directed by the Foundation President. This position also develops and updates prospect portfolios, evaluates existing strategy, and recommends improvements to leadership.

This position participates in and leads committees and meetings as requested.##
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Job Responsibilities:

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* A. Research and Fundraising
** 1. Utilize donor database and existing research tools to identify potential prospects.
2. Engage a portfolio of 100+.  3. Hold meetings annually and utilize other personal communication tools to develop strong donor relationships with appropriate UWW leadership, faculty, programs, and students aligned with the prospects' philanthropic interests and values.
4. Work with donors on various giving vehicles to support Foundation priorities such as scholarships and endowed funds, with a commitment to learning new techniques along the way.
5. As a member of the University Relations team, participate in setting the long-range and short-term fundraising strategy to reach annual and multi-year goals.
6. Travel in-state as well as to assigned out-of-state regions to encourage philanthropy and alumni engagement among top prospects.

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* B. University Relations
** 1. Work with the University Relations and Foundation team to plan programs and events to increase donor and prospective donor engagement. Attend events to provide assistance and identify/cultivate/steward major gift prospect relationships.
2. Recruit volunteers for boards and engagement opportunities to involve alumni and friends in the life of the University.
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* C. Other Tasks
** 1. Maintain accurate records, attend and contribute to division and college meetings and keep current on Foundation policies and procedures.
2. Serve as the lead on special projects, Foundation Board committees, etc. as assigned.
3. Due to the nature of the work, occasional evening and weekend responsibilities, as well as in-state and out-of-state travel, are essential parts of the position.
** Department:
** University Relations
** Compensation:
** Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary within a range of $80,000 - $90,000. This position also qualifies for the Foundation’s Incentive Program.

UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System’s comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System .
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Bachelor's degree
* Minimum 5 years of fundraising, sales or negotiation experience
* Corporate sales and/or major gift experience, demonstrating experience and success in soliciting seven-figure gifts
* Sales experience with demonstrated ability to hit metrics
* Database and CRM experience##
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Demonstrated interest in fundraising in a higher…