Major Gift Officer
Major Gift Officer
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Please Note: This recruitment is being managed by Boyden Executive Search Firm
The Major Gift Officer position at Simmons University is being managed in partnership with Boyden Executive Search Firm. We encourage all interested candidates to reach out directly to the search firm representatives for more information or to address any questions regarding the role or the application process.
For inquiries please contact:
Beth Parsons
Principal
bparsons@boyden
ABOUT SIMMONS
Located in Bostons historic Fenway area Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Bostons only womens undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all.
Youre joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a sixschool academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition we continue to highlight our highvalue education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. Youll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justiceoriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace.
As a university that values diversity equity and inclusion Simmons encourages applications from all underrepresented groups. Simmons is committed to creating developing promoting and enhancing inclusive hiring practicesat all levels for all positionsensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty staff student body and curriculum.
JOB SUMMARY
The Major Gift Officer (MGO) will partner with the University Advancement (UA) team faculty and staff to enhance the culture of philanthropy with alumnae/i at Simmons University through the cultivation solicitation and stewardship of major gift prospects and donors. The MGO will partner closely with university leaders faculty and Advancement colleagues to cultivate donor relationships engage more alumnae/i and increase overall financial support at this critical time in the Universitys history.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Manage a portfolio of 150 major gift prospects and donors meeting expectations for annually articulated solicitation and revenue goals.
Effectively and efficiently move prospects through the donor pipeline to successfully close major gifts.
Create opportunities to conduct a minimum of 120 substantive interactions annually involving institutional leadership faculty and highlevel volunteers when appropriate to cultivate solicit and steward major gift prospects and donors.
Partner with colleagues across UA to create comprehensive solicitation strategies that support mutually shared goals and lead to the identification of new major gift prospects.
Collaborate with Donor Relations colleagues to ensure that managed donors are receiving appropriate levels of stewardship and engagement and to prepare gift agreements.
Work with Advancement Communications to develop compelling proposals.
Develop and articulate a deep knowledge of Simmons Universitys culture and history its fundraising priorities academic extracurricular and athletic programs.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
BA or BS degree required with at least 35 years of frontline leadership or major gift experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a proven track record of successful portfolio management and major gift closures.
An intermediate command of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and prioritization to meet deadlines.
Demonstration of a strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusion in a valuesdriven organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with and proficiency in donor database software
Knowledge of fundraising prospect management and donor or customer relationship management.
Experience soliciting gifts of $250 or more.
Experience with NXT or similar CRM.
Experience with Gratavid ThankView or other video platforms.
COMPETENCIES
Problem Solving
Strategic
Customer Service Oriented
Communication (Written Verbal Presentation)
Commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Social Justice
Teamwork
WORK ENVIRONMENT & CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office; the option to work remotely 2 days/week can be explored after 90 days.
40 hours/week
Office environment
Some travel may be required. Occasional evening and weekend work
Instructions to Applicants: Please upload all applicable application materials (e.g. resume/cv cover letter writing sample teaching philosophy etc. in the Application Materials box on page 2 (My Experience) of this application. Documents can be uploaded individually or as a combined document (e.g. PDF).
Simmons University is committed to inclusive excellence in all aspects of an individuals community experience. As a university committed to diversity equity and inclusion Simmons encourages applications from all underrepresented groups. Simmons is committed to creating developing promoting and enhancing inclusive hiring practicesat all levels for all positionsensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty staff student body and curriculum.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
