Leadership Gift Officer University Advancement

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Job Description Summary

Summary: The Leadership Gift Officer (LGO) is an integral member of the Philanthropy and Donor Engagement team within University Advancement. Dedicated to supporting the mission and values of Wake Forest University the LGO plays a key role in cultivating relationships with prospective donors to advance philanthropic support. Through a strategic focus on alumni parents and friends the LGO will engage qualify and solicit major gifts ensuring the Universitys continued growth and impact.

As part of the team the LGO will manage a portfolio of prospects and collaborate with University Development to strengthen relationships and broaden support for Wake Forest. This role offers unique opportunities to work alongside University Leadership and gain deep insight into the workings of higher education advancement.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Connects with alumni parents and friends via video call phone call locally on occasion or inperson on campus to identify their interest in philanthropic engagement with Wake Forest.
• Manages a prospect portfolio of 1000 with fundraising goals and benchmarks.
• Solicits donors for support of the Wake Forest Fund Giving Society memberships and other programs/projects as appropriate.
• Works collaboratively with all development teams; Leadership Gift Officers may be asked to focus their work on specific units priorities/projects or regions.
• Documents fundraising progress through call reports cultivation strategy updates and other communication materials as necessary.
• Works closely with the Director of Philanthropy and Donor Engagement Strategy to create and implement innovative fundraising and stewardship activities.
• Communicates effectively between different departments within University Advancement and university wide.
• Represents the University in various institutional divisions as well as the general public and local community.
• Maintains current knowledge of university wide institutional priorities.
• Assists with and participates in University Advancement functions and events as necessary.
• Have high standards for your work and are proud to contribute to a missiondriven organization.
• Get excited about the prospect of joining a team that is making a difference in peoples lives every day.

Required Education Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent professional development experience.
• Knowledge and a clear understanding of Wake Forest University its component schools and programs.
• Detailorientation in coordinating activities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills in prioritizing workflow and managing resources.
• Ability to manage and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to multitask and demonstrate sound judgment and discretion.
• Proficiency in Windows Google Calendar Microsoft Office (i.e. Word Excel Access and PowerPoint) the internet and other relevant software. Proficiency in the operation of standard office equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to research collect and analyze data compile information and prepare reports.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of the University policies and procedures or ability to acquire knowledge in a short period of time.
• Leadership Gift Officers will not travel unless needed by University Development.
• Ability to be a team player and willingness to take initiative.
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours as needed.
• Ability to travel locally and nationally as requested.
• Ability to meet requirements of the Universitys automobile insurance.
• Respect for the dignity and abilities of all people.

Preferred Education Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Development/fundraising experience in a nonprofit or higher education setting.
• Experience in utilizing a fundraising database (ex: Blackbaud razors edge Banner).

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

Sedentary work primarily involving sitting/standing; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists hands and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Disclaimer:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and perform jobrelated duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employees supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race color religion national origin sex age sexual orientation gender identity and expression genetic information disability and military or veteran status. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process please contact .

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

Full time

Note to Applicant:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and perform jobrelated duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race color religion national origin sex age sexual orientation gender identity and expression genetic information disability and military or veteran status.

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