The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) for Penn Global plays a key role in advancing the fundraising goals of Penn Global. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President for University Strategic Philanthropy and Projects, Central Major Gifts, and with a dotted reporting line to the Director of Finance & Operations, Penn Global, the MGO manages and builds a portfolio of prospects and donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 and above, with a focus on discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, and 3 to 5 years of successful fundraising experience preferably in higher education or a complex nonprofit environment or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and close gifts at the $25,000+ level.
- Demonstrated experience in prospect discovery and pipeline building.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills; ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Collaborative and collegial working style; adept at working across teams and with senior administrators, faculty, and volunteers.
- Must have ability to manage multiple projects in a goal- and deadline-oriented environment, and to work independently and as a strong team player.
- Should be able to analyze and concisely articulate issues and to work with a diverse group of constituents.
- Strong strategic and conceptual abilities necessary to succeed within complex and goal-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Familiarity with international fundraising or cross-border giving is highly desirable.
- Willingness to travel domestically and to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Benefits
- Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition
- Retirement
- Time Away from Work
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Wellness and Work-life Resources
- Professional and Personal Development
- University Resources
- Discounts and Special Services
- Flexible Work Hours
- Penn Home Ownership Services
- Adoption Assistance
