Description

General Summary: Identifies and promotes relationships with major donors with an emphasis on major gifts from alumni of multiple units; Lee Honors College, Graduate College, Merze Tate College and the University Libraries.

Major Duties:

• Develops and promotes relationship strategies for major gift prospects in assigned portfolio.
• Identifies potential major gift prospects. Determines the interest and affiliation with the University.
• Establishes and builds relationships with donors and assists in coordinating strategies and personal visits for the involvement of institutional partners.
• Writes major gift proposals and agreements.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• External applicants should use the WMU – Application.
• Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
• Website to apply: https://www.wmujobs.org/postings/5820

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
• Five years’ relevant experience.
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field.
• Willingness to travel on a frequent basis.
• Demonstrated professionalism.
• Capable of motivating volunteers and donors.
• Strong self-motivation.
• Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience in higher education fundraising.
• Proven success in building productive relationships with senior administrators, key business leaders, faculty, staff, institutional boards, volunteers or donors.