Leadership Annual Giving Officer – Honors College

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI

126d • $60,000

About The Position

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Leadership Annual Giving Officer – Honors College at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in marketing, public relations, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working as a fundraising professional in direct individual solicitations.
• Direct experience preparing proposals and conducting gift solicitations preferred.
• Professional understanding of, and interest in, Development and Alumni Affairs best practices and general operations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education or non-profit development.
• Prior volunteer management experience.

Responsibilities

• Support and participate in fundraising efforts, strategies, and initiatives for the Honors College.
• Manage a portfolio of leadership annual gift prospects of approximately 100-150 alumni and friends.
• Identify and qualify prospects.
• Conduct one-on-one solicitations to strengthen constituent relations and increase donor giving at the $1,000 level or higher.
• Responsible for achieving assertive annual fundraising goal and assisting in meeting unit goals.
• Develop fundraising plans, strategies and activities to engage alumni and build a major donor pipeline.
• Develop strategies to engage prospects and donors and increase attendance at alumni & donor events and programs.
• Serve as liaison to the Annual and Digital Campaigns team on behalf of Honors.
• Collaborate with the Donor Experience team to implement strategies to ensure appropriate stewardship of prospects and donors.
• Draft and negotiate gift and pledge documentation ranging from simple to moderate complexity.
• Perform other related duties and complete special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree