Position Summary
The Mission Advancement Officers primary responsibility is to help Gannon exceed fundraising goals through the identification cultivation solicitation and stewardship of major donor gifts focusing on highlevel donors who have the capacity for multiyear commitments to fund comprehensive campaign priorities to support the Universitys mission. With a portfolio of 100150 donors the Mission Advancement Officer will design and develop solicitation strategies identify gift opportunities that match donor interests personally solicit and stewarding donors and identify prospects and opportunities to cultivate a significant pipeline. The ability to produce excellent written oral and digital presentations is a strong requirement for this position. ESSENTIAL COMPONENTS Develop strategies for the qualification cultivation solicitation and stewardship of assigned prospects Connect with donors virtually and in person traveling to assigned territories across the United States Develop individual donor strategies along with materials to renew and upgrade donor support for University priorities Demonstrate our four service standards of Respect Wellbeing Engagement and Seamlessness Lead by example in the achievement of Impact Goals Participate in strategic planning sessions with University Advancement team members to create and implement comprehensive plans for prospects and existing donors Promote teamwork by sharing your talents and gifts to move the team forward Assist in the coordination and staffing of key virtual and inperson alumni events as needed by OCE Be visibly present on campus for key events and donor engagement opportunities Participate in Gannon Health and Wellness opportunities community forums and other programs offered to staff We offer a generous benefits package for fulltime employees. Retirement Plan 403b) with company match after one year of service Medical Dental and Vision Coverage Paid vacation time plus 19 paid holidays Wellness programs Tuition benefits for yourself and eligible dependents Must be able to support and promote the University Mission in the work and in relationships with peers and teams throughout the university keeping in mind the priority of students first.
Physical Demands
Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the responsibilities of this position.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree Experience: Three to five years of dedicated fundraising experience demonstrating skilled experiences securing major gifts for multiple organizational priorities Demonstrate experiences working with corporations and foundations Exhibit knowledge and experience securing and soliciting planned gifts
Preferred Qualifications
CFRE preference
Work Schedule
MondayFriday. Frequent outoftown overnight travel. Ability to work nights and weekends as needed to fulfill job responsibilities
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority