Development Officer
About The Position
At the Kansas State University Foundation, we unite purpose-driven work and pioneering strategy to create careers that matter. Put your people skills and drive to work in major gift fundraising, where you help advance business education, entrepreneurial thinking, and leadership development that prepare the next generation of K-State graduates to thrive in a dynamic global economy. If you thrive in sales, account management, or similar roles, your strengths directly translate to success in major gift fundraising. Here, you’ll leverage those essential client management skills—prospecting, relationship building, presenting proposals, and exceeding goals—to inspire and connect a network of passionate K-State alumni and donors for the College of Business Administration, who are invested in shaping future business leaders, strengthening industry partnerships, and expanding opportunities for students through innovation and experiential learning.
Requirements
- 2+ years of full-time experience in metrics-driven roles, requiring measurable output and a track record of building relationships
- Experience conducting face-to-face meetings, presenting materials, and closing deals
- Excellent communication, persuasive presentation, and active listening skills
- Drive to meet metrics, self-motivation, and the willingness to work as part of an inspiring and collaborative team
Nice To Haves
- Skills from sales, account management, or client service
Responsibilities
- Proactively reach out to potential donors through calls and visits, qualifying prospects and cultivating relationships
- Strategically present and solicit major gifts ($50,000+) through effective major gift fundraising proposals
- Manage multiple robust client (donor) relationships and regularly travel to meet face-to-face
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop strategies for meaningful major gift fundraising
- Keep all activity documented and outcomes measurable, recognizing and stewarding donors at every stage
Benefits
- Competitive health, dental, life insurance
- Voluntary benefits including company paid HSA contributions
- 403(b) retirement plan with 10% company contribution
- Paid leave for holidays, vacation, wellness, personal, parental, and volunteer
- Tuition and certification assistance
- A $300 annual reimbursement wellness program
- A work environment that embraces flexibility inside of a framework
- Mission-driven work that changes the lives of people around the world
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
