Development Officer

Seton Hall University, New Jersey•South Orange, NJ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Development Officer works collaboratively to develop and implement a goal-oriented and budget-conscious plan for increasing private support for university programs and initiatives, including scholarship support. Reporting to the Senior Director of Gift Planning and development, the Development Officer have a portfolio of mid-level and major/planned giving prospects. The Development Officer is directly involved in the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of mid-level and major/planned giving prospects. The Development Officer effectively communicates the mission and values of the University as a part of the fundraising process. The Development Officer has a working knowledge of current best practices in all aspects of fundraising, and collaborates with colleagues in University Advancement and all across the campus. The Development Officer will bring 3+ years of experience in advancement or a related field, preferably in higher education and be passionate about building relationships with donors, alumni, parents, and friends. The Development Officer will have a track record of solid fundraising results and demonstrated success soliciting and closing major gifts, especially in collaboration with senior leaders of an organization. The Development Officer will have experience working with volunteer boards or committees comprising of key volunteers and alumni who are being cultivated for major gift support.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of experience with demonstrated success of meeting or exceeding goals.
demonstrated success in achieving fundraising goals
demonstrated understanding of fundraising best practices and in raising financial support
a high level of integrity, trustworthiness, a record of working collaboratively across organizations to meet shared goals
an ability to inspire donors and volunteers to achieve and surpass fundraising goals and other objectives.

Nice To Haves

Intellectually curious
possess a passion for the value of Catholic higher education
able to translate the priorities of academic leadership into a compelling philanthropic vision
Excellence in written and verbal communication
Social intelligence and cultural awareness
Emotional and interpersonal intelligence
Ability to learn and adapt to new concepts/ideas
Inclusiveness and a commitment to inclusion
Integrity and ethical decision-making
An understanding of conflict and change management
Patience balanced with persistence

Responsibilities

Under the direction and management of the Sr. Director of Gift Planning and Development, the Development Officer will execute fundraising activity for current and future university projects and initiatives, including (but not limited to) scholarships (including the RISE Program), the Buccino Leadership Institute, and the Center for Catholic Studies. The Development Officer will manage a portfolio of prospects to include activity that qualifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards major/planned gift prospects for University priorities. 60% of time
The Development Officer will develop and execute effective fundraising strategies for engaging and soliciting major/planned gift prospects in support of Seton Hall’s philanthropic priorities. Under the direction of the Sr. Director of Gift Planning and Development, the Development Officer will meet or exceed mutually agreed upon annual qualitative and quantitative goals, objectives and key accountabilities in order to increase donors and dollars raised for the University. 10% of time
The Development Officer will prepare persuasive and accurate materials to serve as solicitations, proposals, correspondence, and other development-related communication in support of the University’s fundraising activities. 10% of time
The Development Officer will make effective use of the University's prospect management database and other institutional resources to ensure appropriate management of donors, prospects, alumni, and volunteers in accordance with University policies and University Advancement prospect management guides. 10% of time
Undertake fundraising duties and special projects as assigned. 10% of time