Senior Major Gifts Officer

The Senior Major Gifts Officer will work closely with the Director of Individual Giving and the Vice President, Development to ensure that UUSC meets its fundraising objectives for Major Gifts and Planned Giving. The role will involve managing a portfolio of major donors and prospective supporters, creating strategies to upgrade supporters to the major donor level, and working with other Development Department team members to deepen relationships with UUSC supporters and advance targeted major gift strategies.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of major gifts and development experience required, with a track record of success in raising individual gifts of $50,000 or more
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent skills and knowledge from experience required
• Graduate degree preferred
• Experience with planned giving and special gift initiatives
• Experience working with boards and senior management
• Ability to prioritize work and quickly respond to changing priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Demonstrated interest in, and ability to effectively communicate about, international development and UUSC's mission
• Demonstrated ability to form and sustain relationships with major donors
• Ability to work independently as well with a strong team
• Experience coordinating/supervising major gift processes

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program