Major Gift Officer - Athletics

Temple University•Philadelphia, PA

8d•$58,850 - $75,000

About The Position

Temple University’s Institutional Advancement Department seeks a relationship-driven, results-oriented Major Gifts Officer to advance Temple Athletics through philanthropy. Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director/Director of Major Gifts, the officer builds partnerships with alumni, friends, and other supporters to secure major gifts supporting Athletics’ priorities. The officer manages a portfolio of approximately 50 donors and prospective donors, developing strategies to identify philanthropic interests, deepen engagement, solicit support, and provide exceptional stewardship. In partnership with Athletics leadership, coaches, Institutional Advancement colleagues, and volunteer leaders, the officer connects donors’ interests with opportunities to make a lasting impact on Temple student-athletes and the university community. Temple Institutional Advancement supports the university’s $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign in support of its Forward with Purpose strategic plan. The department describes its workplace as inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven, with a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least five years of experience in nonprofit fundraising; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Proven successful experience in individual fundraising.
Demonstrated interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Understanding of the complexities of an urban university and ability to persuasively represent its goals to multiple constituents.
Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and work as part of a team.
Experience with and utilization of relational databases and computer systems.
Ability to build and sustain collaborative, supportive relationships with internal and external colleagues and prospects, and maintain a positive, constructive attitude while solving problems.
Self-starter who is intellectually curious and goal-oriented, and can build trust and establish partnerships with diverse individuals and personalities.
Fluency with database systems, Excel, Word, and other standard programs.
Demonstrated success developing and sustaining relationships with key donors, volunteer leadership, and senior staff.
Flexibility and willingness to adjust to a dynamic university work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in collegiate athletics.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 donors and prospective donors.
Develop strategies to identify philanthropic interests and deepen donor engagement.
Solicit major gifts to advance Temple Athletics’ priorities.
Provide exceptional donor stewardship.
Partner with Athletics leadership, coaches, Institutional Advancement colleagues, and volunteer leaders.
Connect donor interests with opportunities that benefit Temple student-athletes and the university community.