Major Gifts Officer

Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

VUU provides a robust array of academic programs including 35 Bachelors 11 Masters and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible high-quality education instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.

Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students faculty and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institutions mission. The principles are Innovation Spiritual Formation Integrity Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence.

The Major Gifts Officeris responsible for identifying cultivating soliciting and stewarding major gift prospects to support the mission priorities and strategic goals of the university. This position plays a key role in building and maintaining strong relationships with alumni donors corporations and foundations to secure significant financial support for scholarships academic programs capital projects and other university initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular outreach including personal visits phone calls and written communications to cultivate and strengthen donor relationships.
• Partner with university leadership faculty and staff to align donor interests with institutional priorities.
• Prepare customized proposals presentations and stewardship materials for donors and prospects.
• Collaborate with Advancement Services to ensure accurate and timely entry of donor interactions and gift documentation in the CRM system.
• Coordinate recognition events donor receptions and campus visits to enhance engagement and visibility.
• Work with the Marketing and Communications team to develop compelling case statements and fundraising materials.
• Track fundraising progress and prepare reports for leadership on pipeline activity solicitations and gifts received.
• Participate in strategic planning sessions to set annual fundraising goals and performance metrics.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding donor and institutional information.

Education

• Bachelors degree required; Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum of 35 years of experience in fundraising development alumni relations or a related fieldpreferably within higher education or nonprofit organizations.
• Proven success in cultivating and soliciting major gifts.
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds.

Application Process

Candidates are required to submit their resume four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment.For any questions or concerns please contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability gender identity protected veteran status or other protected class.

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