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Advancement Officer, Athletics & Affinity Giving
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27 June 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
24 September 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Position Summary
The Advancement Officer for Athletics and Affinity Giving at Gannon is a key member of the University Advancement team reporting to the Vice President while overseeing Knight Nation in Athletics. The primary responsibility of this full-time role is to help Gannon meet and exceed fundraising goals through effective identification qualification cultivation and solicitation of donors and in facilitating planned stewardship activity. The Advancement Officer is also reviewed on their ability to work effectively with members of a team and with colleagues and volunteers who support the work of Advancement and Athletics. 1. Effectively manage a portfolio of philanthropic prospects to secure annual leadership major and deferred gifts in support of attainable yet challenging fundraising and engagement goals. 2. Facilitate Knight Nation efforts working closely with board members Athletics administrators coaches donors and volunteers with a shared purpose of increasing support for Athletics. 3. Collaborate with University Advancement colleagues and volunteers to plan and produce affinity group gatherings and campaigns associated with signature events and initiatives. 4. Build and effectively maintain plans related to travel face-to-face meetings and coverage at home and signature Athletics events working closely with colleagues and volunteers when appropriate. 5. Create written proposals cases for support gift agreements and other materials to engage individuals foundations and corporations in support of university priorities. 6. Leverage performance metrics guided by annual and strategic goals and build momentum around regular activity and achievements. 7. Cultivate and steward donor relationships in a way that requires the highest standards of professional conduct and respect to ensure increased philanthropic support and engagement. 8. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope responsibility and requirements of the position and informed by Gannons Mission and shared values.
Physical Demands
Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the responsibilities of this position.
Required Qualifications
Education: A bachelors degree is required. Experience: Experience in or familiarity with higher education and collegiate athletics is required. Interpersonal organizational technological and fundraising skills are required. Proficiency with CRM solutions Microsoft Office Outlook and event management and communications software are required. Additionally the ability to partner as an excellent teammate with a sound work ethic and dedication to higher education and Gannons Mission is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of experience in fundraising alumni/donor relations and athletics is preferred.
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday. Frequent out-of-town overnight travel. Ability to work nights and weekends as needed to fulfill job responsibilities
The Advancement Officer for Athletics and Affinity Giving at Gannon is a key member of the University Advancement team reporting to the Vice President while overseeing Knight Nation in Athletics. The primary responsibility of this full-time role is to help Gannon meet and exceed fundraising goals through effective identification qualification cultivation and solicitation of donors and in facilitating planned stewardship activity. The Advancement Officer is also reviewed on their ability to work effectively with members of a team and with colleagues and volunteers who support the work of Advancement and Athletics. 1. Effectively manage a portfolio of philanthropic prospects to secure annual leadership major and deferred gifts in support of attainable yet challenging fundraising and engagement goals. 2. Facilitate Knight Nation efforts working closely with board members Athletics administrators coaches donors and volunteers with a shared purpose of increasing support for Athletics. 3. Collaborate with University Advancement colleagues and volunteers to plan and produce affinity group gatherings and campaigns associated with signature events and initiatives. 4. Build and effectively maintain plans related to travel face-to-face meetings and coverage at home and signature Athletics events working closely with colleagues and volunteers when appropriate. 5. Create written proposals cases for support gift agreements and other materials to engage individuals foundations and corporations in support of university priorities. 6. Leverage performance metrics guided by annual and strategic goals and build momentum around regular activity and achievements. 7. Cultivate and steward donor relationships in a way that requires the highest standards of professional conduct and respect to ensure increased philanthropic support and engagement. 8. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope responsibility and requirements of the position and informed by Gannons Mission and shared values.
Physical Demands
Must be able to meet the physical demands associated with the responsibilities of this position.
Required Qualifications
Education: A bachelors degree is required. Experience: Experience in or familiarity with higher education and collegiate athletics is required. Interpersonal organizational technological and fundraising skills are required. Proficiency with CRM solutions Microsoft Office Outlook and event management and communications software are required. Additionally the ability to partner as an excellent teammate with a sound work ethic and dedication to higher education and Gannons Mission is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Three or more years of experience in fundraising alumni/donor relations and athletics is preferred.
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday. Frequent out-of-town overnight travel. Ability to work nights and weekends as needed to fulfill job responsibilities
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
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