Philanthropy Officer - Special Initiatives and Engagement - Foundation - Full Time 8 Hours Day (Non-Union, Exempt)
Core
Manage high-touch signature events and salon-style gatherings to cultivate major gift prospects and deepen donor relationships for a university foundation.
Role type
Senior fundraising operations officer (special initiatives)
Builds
High-impact donor events, board meetings, and major gift pipelines
Domain
Higher education philanthropy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Event production, moves management, zero-based budgeting, cost-benefit analysis, strategic storytelling, project management, CRM data integrity
Preferred skills
Master's degree, 5-7 years fundraising experience
Technologies
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), CRM systems
Responsibilities
Concept and lead intimate salon-style events; manage logistics for signature celebrations; coordinate board meetings and volunteer committees; transition attendees into major gift pipelines; develop and manage event budgets; create bespoke impact materials; prepare executive briefing documents; oversee event atmosphere and detail; track guest interactions in CRM.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC