Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. jobs in Norfolk, VA

Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. identifies and cultivates relationships with prospective major gift donors for a college or university. Solicits prospect pool of alumni, friends, and family members to make gifts. Being a Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Major Gifts Officer
  • Eastern Virginia Medical School
  • Norfolk, VA FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    • Responsible for soliciting gifts of $25,000 and higher from individuals (alumni and non-alumni friends).
    • Manage relationships with approximately 150 prospective donors and will be expected to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward these individuals (alumni and non-alumni friends).
    • Works collaboratively with and in support of volunteers, other development staff, faculty and staff and other EVMS representatives to cultivate and solicit donors for institutional priorities.
    • Monitors all prospect contacts to ensure positive and purposeful prospect and donor relations. Expertise in moves management preferred.
    • Recommends and assists with development of funding opportunities to include creation of business plans, milestones/timelines, outcomes metrics and financial requirements for building budgets for sustainable programs.
    • Must be a highly energetic professional with a track record of building donor relationships and closing gifts in the six-figure range.
    • Reports to the associate director of development and works collaboratively and strategically with the Assistant Vice President for Development, development staff, senior management, academic leadership, other campus and volunteer leaders.
    • Work schedule will require weekends, evenings, and extended hours as needed to include meetings with donors, attending social, professional and community events, attending committee meetings and other activities.

    Responsibilities

    • Manage a portfolio of primary prospects in the primary territory.
    • Manage prospect activity in the primary territories.
    • Manage prospects in a secondary territory.
    • Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle:
    • Initiate contacts with potential leadership and major gift donors.
    • Develop appropriate cultivation strategies for donors and prospects, including working with volunteers.
    • Move potential donors in an appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure.
    • Produce well written and thorough proposals in concert with thoughtful solicitations at the appropriate time.
    • Maintain stewardship contacts with donors; adhere to the highest ethical standards; demonstrate empathetic disposition, and perseverance; reflect optimistic and positive attitude, and convey sensitivity to needs of the donors.
    • Work collaboratively with development staff. Offer prospect strategy counsel to the Assistant Vice President for Development, senior management, and development staff who are managing other prospects. Be a resource for development staff, from identifying potential volunteer connections to knowing about meeting and event spaces in key locations.
    • Focus on securing support for a set of campus-wide priorities that include funding for academic programs, research, academic honors, scholarships, unrestricted support, scientific/clinical equipment, and campus improvements.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s Degree
    • Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) accreditation is an asset.
    • Seven years successful experience in major or planned gift fundraising preferably in higher education and/or healthcare setting.
    • Ability to understand the needs and interests of leadership and major gift donors in order to develop relationships between them and EVMS.
    • Able to articulate the case for support so that individuals "buy in" to the vision/mission/goals and with sufficient effectiveness to secure gifts at assigned donor giving levels.
    • Interest in all aspects of medical education and a dedication to promoting EVMS’ fundraising priorities through developing excellent relationships with faculty, senior leaders, trustees, volunteers, and the development team.
    • Demonstrated leadership and the ability to successfully manage multi-functional or diverse areas.
    • Experienced professional that can handle complex situations with tact and pose. Successful experience in developing cultivation and solicitation strategies.
    • Experience with Raiser’s Edge or related database; Microsoft Office skills required.
    • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated record of completing assignments.
    • Knowledge of tax laws that impact charitable giving, personal assets and estates.
    • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills required.
    • Problem-solving, research and analytical skills.
    • Ability to translate complicated scientific/clinical information for non-medical audience.
    • Ability to work independently and in a fast paced environment while managing multiple deadlines.
    • Solid relationship-building skills, able to interface with international, leading faculty, administrators and trustees.
    • Must be willing to travel.
    • Must have a driver's license; weekend and evening work will be required.

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  • Sentara
  • Norfolk, VA PART_TIME
  • Sentara Leigh Hospital is currently hiring an Emergency Department Technician in Norfolk, Virginia. Part-Time, DaysJob Requirements:Required: High School Grad or EquivalentRequired: Clinical - Require...
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Registered Nurse (RN)-Higher Rates + Weekly Pay!
  • Saber Health Group
  • Norfolk, VA FULL_TIME
  • Come Join A Team That Knows Your Worth! We are a leader in the long-term care industry operating in 6 different states. It is our commitment to the care of our residents and our staff that sets us apa...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse (RN)-Higher Rates + Weekly Pay!
  • Saber Health Group
  • Norfolk, VA FULL_TIME
  • Come Join A Team That Knows Your Worth! We are a leader in the long-term care industry operating in 6 different states. It is our commitment to the care of our residents and our staff that sets us apa...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Registered Nurse (RN)-Higher Wages + Weekly Pay!
  • Portside Health & Rehab Center
  • Portsmouth, VA FULL_TIME
  • We are a leader in the long-term care industry operating in 6 different states. It is our commitment to the care of our residents and our staff that sets us apart from the rest. From the development o...
  • 5 Days Ago

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  • NC Department of Transportation
  • Tyner, NC FULL_TIME
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  • Instacart Shoppers
  • Norfolk, VA
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Full Time
  • Medical Facilities of America, Inc.
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Minimum Qualified Must Have 2 Year Associates Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistan to qualify for this position. Norf...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Director of Nursing
  • Medical Facilities of America, Inc.
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Nursing is what we do! Norfolk Health & Rehabilitation Center, a 180 -bed healthcare center in Norfolk is seeking an Ass...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Occupational Therapy Assistant OTA Full Time
  • Medical Facilities of America, Inc.
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Minimum Qualified Must Have 2 Year Associates Degree as an Occupational Therapy Assistant to qualify for this position. ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPC Resident in Counseling - Full Time Hybrid - Sign on Bonus
  • Thriveworks
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Thriveworks Counseling is seeking individuals pursuingVirginiaState Licensure as a LPC in Newport News, Virginia. ***For...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - DIRECT HIRE (12 MONTH REGISTER) AMENDED
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Duties WHAT ARE THE APPEALS (AP), LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL (LB&I), SMALL BUSINESS SELF-EMPLOYED (SB/SE) AND TAX ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Summer Aquatics Instructor
  • YMCA of South Hampton Roads
  • Norfolk, VA
  • The Y is a dynamic and diverse human service organization committed to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting health...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist PT Full Time
  • Medical Facilities of America, Inc.
  • Norfolk, VA
  • Norfolk Health & Rehabilitation Center in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a caring, warm-hearted Physical Therapist who is ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 96 square miles (250 km2), of which 54 square miles (140 km2) is land and 42 square miles (110 km2) (43.9%) is water. Norfolk is located at 36°55′N 76°12′W / 36.917°N 76.200°W / 36.917; -76.200 (36.8857° N, 76.2599° W) The city is located at the southeastern corner of Virginia at the junction of the Elizabeth River and the Chesapeake Bay. The Hampton Roads Metropolitan Statistical Area (officially known as the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA) is the 37th largest in the United States, with an estimated...
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Income Estimation for Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. jobs
$57,172 to $78,420
Norfolk, Virginia area prices
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