Senior Major Gifts Officer Remote Fundraising Leader

Major Gifts Officer (0462U), School of Journalism #86257 Position Summary The Major Gifts Officer , using advanced fundraising concepts, plans, organizes, and directs complex, large‑scale fundraising efforts in support of UC Berkeley Journalism. The role involves managing portfolios of donors capable of six‑ to seven‑figure gift commitments, raising gift dollar amounts as established at each specialization, and may attend functions, meetings, and serve on committees. Responsibilities Build and manage a portfolio of 80 to 120 major gift‑level and corporate/foundation prospects who can make six and seven‑figure commitments. Conduct visits, in person or online, to solicit annual gifts, cultivate and solicit major gifts and planned gifts, and steward current donors. In partnership with the Assistant Dean for Advancement and the Dean of the School, develop and implement thoughtful strategies, prioritize prospects and travel, ensure revenue goals are met, and maintain an active presence in donor locations. Develop goals, strategies, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for each donor, ensuring frequent, personalized contact. Research, write, and manage foundation proposals and relationships with program officers. Collaborate with Prospect Development to identify and qualify 25‑30 new donor and funder prospects annually, including those with no pre‑existing relationship with UC Berkeley. Ensure that predetermined fundraising goals are met. Draft donor correspondence and maintain responsibility for developing messages, strategy memos, briefing memos for donor meetings, and other relevant donor materials. Achieve a minimum of $2.5 million in annual fundraising once established with an appropriate portfolio. Campus and School Partnerships Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with UC Berkeley Journalism staff and faculty to identify fundraising opportunities and stewardship strategies. Build high‑trust relationships with campus unit development directors and other academic leadership on campus. Collaborate with campus fundraisers and regional teams on shared prospects, leading strategy meetings, joint visits, and coordinated solicitations. Actively seek to improve knowledge of the UC Berkeley ecosystem, journalism field, and journalism philanthropy through attending functions, meetings, and other events. Donor Events Lead and coordinate with other UC Berkeley Journalism departments and teams in producing donor‑oriented events that enhance reputation and build relationships, and that contribute to overall donor/funder solicitation plans. Engage in professional learning and growth opportunities and actively contribute to a team environment that fosters and promotes a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) within the unit and at UC Berkeley Journalism. Required Qualifications Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, and public relations concepts, principles, procedures, and techniques. Demonstrated expertise applying fundraising knowledge to UC Berkeley Journalism, both in an academic environment and specifically supporting journalism education. Demonstrated capacity to rapidly and successfully understand how fundraising operates within a complex public university environment. Advanced knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, institutional policies, etc. Advanced written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to establish and maintain good working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies. Advanced organizational, analytical, critical thinking skills with creative and effective decision‑making, problem identification/avoidance/resolution, and strong project management skills. Skill to meet or exceed fundraising goals and objectives. Very strong skills in maintaining confidentiality. Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Salary & Benefits The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $145,000 to $170,000 annually. This is an exempt monthly‑paid position. Other Information This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H‑1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work; exact arrangements are determined in partnership with the supervisor and are subject to change. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California