X96478 Philanthropy Officer

Northeastern State University•Broken Arrow, OK

2d•$65,244•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for the cultivation and stewardship of major donations and grants in support of assigned university operations, generally $25,000+.

Requirements

Knowledge of fundraising principles and practices.
Knowledge of marketing principles and practices.
Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
Sufficient related experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship and/or having successfully held a similar position for four or more years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Oklahoma for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Must provide an original social security card during the hiring process.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Formulates and implements policies for cultivating and stewarding major gift donors; revises policies when laws, regulations, or best practices require it.
Uses independent judgment and available data to determine and implement appropriate and specific strategies for the selection, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors whose gifts can impact the university’s operations.
Creates prospective major donor and major donor promotional materials in conjunction with NSU communications and marketing personnel.
Creates and negotiates scholarship guidelines and monitors the process to ensure proper and timely awards and that guidelines are in line with major donors’ intent and current law.
Uses discretion to research, create, manage, and submit grant applications that will impact university operations in conjunction with NSU’s Research and Sponsored Programs Office.
Determines appropriate major donor recognition policies and plan events for major donors.
Develops faculty and staff giving policies and operating practices, especially those who make ongoing monthly gifts or multi-year pledges.
Ensures that all donor data is maintained and protected.
Performs related duties as assigned.