Major Gifts Officer

The University of Pittsburgh’s Division of Philanthropic &
Alumni Engagement (PAE) cultivates relationships with contributors,
alumni, and other constituents on behalf of the University of
Pittsburgh and UPMC, generating support for teaching, research, and
care. See PAE’s site for more details: pae.pitt.edu.

The Major Gifts Officer (MGO), in direct collaboration
with the Sports Medicine Concussion Program and the Department of
Orthopedic Surgery, will be responsible for the development and
implementation of comprehensive fundraising strategies for direct
identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of
individual major gift prospects. The Major Gifts Officer will work
on special events, annual campaigns, and other development projects
as needed, as well as working with doctors to build relationships
with grateful patients.

A successful candidate must possess a proven ability to develop
a variety of fund-raising methods, plans, and strategies. The
incumbent should also have highly developed, strong, and effective
interpersonal skills, along with the ability to communicate with a
wide and diverse range of constituencies. Lastly, they should have
sound judgment, a clear understanding of ethical standards related
to development activities, and discretion in interactions with
donors, prospects, volunteers, and others.

Job Summary

Plans, implements, and manages fundraising programs for assigned
area of responsibility; develops proposals and coordinates
fundraising efforts within the department; and identifies,
cultivates, stewards, and solicits current and potential donors.
Collaborates with executive leadership, leadership, and faculty on
strategic initiatives and campaign management. Crafts major donor
recognition collateral and recruits and leads volunteer
solicitors.

Essential Functions

• Fundraising gifts from individuals, along with associated
  tasks, such as cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Travel and attending events are requirements of this job.
• Communicating and reporting their efforts, successfully
  documenting in and leveraging the database Affinaquest.

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary,
unless traveling.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all
aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within
our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the
University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which
includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will
continue to create and maintain an environment that allows
individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while
honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of
all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human
dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Major Gifts Officer III

Job Family: Philanthropy & Engagement

Job Sub Family: Major & Principal Gifts

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 6

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or
experience: Combination of education and relevant experience
will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience
requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m

Work Arrangement: Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00
p.m

Hiring Range: $85,000 – $91,500 per year

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with
the University will require successful completion of a background
check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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