Development Officer/Senior Development Officer

About the position

Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts, the Development or Senior Development Officer is responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of a portfolio of approximately 100-125 alumnae/i, parents, and friends with the capacity to make gifts of $100,000 or more, in support of college initiatives. The position is a vital part of the Alumnae/i Relations and Development team and will help ensure the success of the College's comprehensive engagement goals. In addition to prospect management, there are opportunities on the Major Gifts team for professional growth in programmatic work.

Responsibilities

• Create opportunities to conduct face-to-face or virtual meetings for the purposes of qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding an assigned portfolio of 100-125 current and prospective donors.
• Develop and implement rich prospect strategies to maximize each individual's support of the College by partnering with colleagues in Alumnae/i Relations and Development, the Career and Civic Engagement Center, faculty, Admissions, and high-level volunteers.
• Work with Prospect Research to identify, qualify, and assign new major gift prospects.
• Develop a knowledge of Bryn Mawr's history, traditions, academics, and extracurricular programs.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the College's priorities and how those initiatives translate to fundraising and engagement opportunities.
• Participate in departmental and professional training programs to maintain best-practice standard.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Major Gifts.

Requirements

• A commitment to the mission of Bryn Mawr College.
• Major gift and/or annual giving experience, with proven experience soliciting outright gifts of $50,000 or more.
• An ability to relate to a variety of people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Active listening skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills across platforms.
• An interest in working independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace environment.
• Strong organizational and project management abilities, with attention to detail and a commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Flexibility and a sense of humor.
• A Bachelor's degree.
• Prior work experience in an institution of higher education.
• An ability and willingness to work some weekends and evenings.
• An ability and willingness to travel (by car, air, or train) domestically.

Benefits

• Automatic 10% contribution to your retirement account upon eligibility.
• 22 paid vacation days.
• 3 paid personal days.
• 14 paid holidays.
• Affordable medical and dental plans.
• Access to the College's fitness center and library.