Major Gifts Officer

Founded in 1917, Providence College (PC) is a premier Catholic liberal arts institution committed to academic excellence through a dynamic core curriculum, a distinctive Development of Western Civilization Program, and abundant experiential learning opportunities. The approximately 105‑acre campus is situated in Rhode Island’s capital city and is close to many cultural and educational offerings of Rhode Island’s renaissance city. Providence is located an hour from Boston and just a few hours from New York City. Providence College is a Catholic, Dominican, liberal arts institution of higher education, and a community committed to academic excellence in pursuit of the truth, growth in virtue, and service of God and neighbor. The College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a Beloved Community—an environment that reflects the diverse human family and is marked by justice, charity, and the promotion of the common good and flourishing of all. We invite applications from qualified individuals who possess the experience, knowledge and commitment to develop the diverse learning environment envisioned as part of the Beloved Community. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The College’s Non-Discrimination policy can be found Notice of Non-Discrimination (PDF document) (Download PDFreader). Overview Manage a portfolio of approximately 175 major gift prospects with an average capacity of $100,000 at various stages of their relationship with the College. Devise and execute individual strategies for identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects with a heavy focus on face‑to‑face meetings. Duties and Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of 175 major gift prospects with an average capacity of $100,000 in assigned geographic regions, soliciting and securing major gifts for the identified priorities of the College: secure annual fund level gifts from prospects not yet ready for a major gift level solicitation. (35%) Identify and develop a pipeline of prospects who have the capacity and the inclination to make major gifts. Develop and implement individual strategies for each prospect within qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to enhance relationships with the College and continue along the move‑management cycle. (20%) Complete a minimum of 140 face‑to‑face visits with prospects in various stages of their relationship with the College. Utilize various communication methods to keep donors informed and connected to the College. (30%) Work to maximize fundraising productivity; provide staff support for volunteer committees, and develop productive working relationships with staff, faculty, deans, administrators, and key volunteers. (5%) Assume primary development responsibility for specific geographic regions, including select events and programs for major gift prospects. Maintain a regular presence in geographic areas with assigned prospects. Manage individual regions execution of development events, including cultivation and stewardship opportunities. (5%) Summarize face‑to‑face visits, outreach and communication, and proposal details via contact reports on donor record. Utilize Banner or system of record to input data. (5%) MARGINAL DUTIES Perform other duties as may be required. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required Three to five years of fundraising or related experience in higher education or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proven success in cultivation and solicitation of gifts at or above the $50,000 level Demonstrated ability to form and leverage relationships with prospects and donors Highly motivated, self‑starter that is goal oriented Must possess an outgoing and positive personality, collaborative working style, and an enthusiasm for building bridges between and among key stakeholders Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Excellent working knowledge of personal solicitation, fundraising strategies, and cultivation and stewardship for high‑end donors. Ability to handle highly confidential prospect information Ability and willingness to travel extensively. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard Communication skills using the spoken word Ability to see within normal parameters Ability to hear within normal range Ability to move about NOTICE OF E-VERIFY PARTICIPATION E-Verify Notice of Participation Right to Work By continuing with this application, you acknowledge that you have been informed of our participation in E-Verify and have had the opportunity to review these notices. #J-18808-Ljbffr