Major Gifts Manager jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Major Gifts Manager manages and implements a philanthropic gift program to nurture and solicit relationships with corporate, institutional, and major donors. Develops a portfolio of existing and potential donors and a strategy to enhance and extend relationships to generate philanthropic revenue. Being a Major Gifts Manager organizes events and meetings with prospects to raise awareness of the organization's mission and highlight accomplishments and ongoing funding needs. Makes regular personal contact with key contributors to strengthen relations with the organization. Additionally, Major Gifts Manager oversees proposal preparation and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Major Gifts Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Major Gifts Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Director Major Gifts
  • Western Michigan University
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Position Details

    Posting Summary

    College
    VP University Advancement-DIV

    Executive Area
    VP University Advancement

    Department
    University Advancement

    Posting Detail Information

    Posting Number
    S706P

    Job Type
    Full Time, Regular

    Pay Type
    Exempt/Salaried

    Pay Grade
    H

    Campus Location
    WMU-Kalamazoo - East Campus

    Salary Range
    Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

    Number of Vacancies

    General Summary
    Identifies and promotes relationships with major donors with an emphasis on emerging gifts.

    Major Duties
    • Develops and promotes relationship strategies for major gift prospects in assigned portfolio.
    • Assists in identifying potential major gift prospects, including determining the interest and affiliation with the University.
    • Builds relationships with donors and assists in coordinating strategies and personal visits for the involvement of institutional partners.
    • Assists in writing major gift proposals and agreements.

    Minimum Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
    • Three years’ relevant experience.
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently.
    • Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field.
    • Willingness to travel on a frequent basis.
    • Demonstrated professionalism.
    • Capable of motivating volunteers and donors.
    • Strong self-motivation.
    • Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization.
    • Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

    Desired Qualifications
    • Experience in higher education fundraising.
    • Proven success in building productive relationships with senior administrators, key business leaders, faculty, staff, institutional boards, volunteers or donors.

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    • Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
    • External applicants should use the WMU – Application.

    Additional Position Information
    • This is a one-year terminal position, with the potential of renewal.
    • Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available at: https://wmich.edu/hr/staffcompensation.
    • Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, s://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff.

    Physical requirements and working conditions
    • Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.
    • Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.
  • 7 Days Ago

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Associate Director Major Gifts
  • Western Michigan University
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Position Details Posting Summary College VP University Advancement-DIV Executive Area VP University Advancement Department University Advancement Posting Detail Information Posting Number S706P Job Ty...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Restaurant Manager
  • Restaurant General Manager
  • Battle Creek, MI FULL_TIME
  • Arby’s believes in the importance of flexibility for employers and employees alike, and we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. We treat our people with respect and honesty and are commi...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Manager
  • Panera Bread
  • Kalamazoo, MI FULL_TIME
  • Come Join Panera Bread- an award-winning leader in the restaurant industry and employer of choice for 2022! What's in it for you?A comprehensive benefit package including health, dental and visionPaid...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Manager
  • Panera Bread
  • Battle Creek, MI FULL_TIME
  • Come Join Panera Bread- an award-winning leader in the restaurant industry and employer of choice for 2022! What's in it for you?A comprehensive benefit package including health, dental and visionPaid...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Manager
  • Michigan
  • Albion, MI FULL_TIME
  • As part of the Subway® Team, you as a Manager will focus on eight main things : Providing an excellent guest experience Ensuring that great food is prepared & served Keeping our restaurants functional...
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Electronic Tech I
  • Pactiv Evergreen
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • Overview: NOW HIRING Electronic Technicians at our Manchester Road location in Kalamazoo, MI! ROLE: To provide electrica...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Psychiatry
  • Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • Overview Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D School of Medicine is searching for a Physician Assistant. This p...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier
  • Rite Aid Corporation
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • **Cashier** CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH * Battle Creek, Michigan * Store Associates - Cashier * 157324 ** Share Job** ** Job Desc...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Fuel Compliance Officer - 12 Month Register
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Portage, MI
  • DutiesWHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS SELF EMPLOYEDDIVISION?A description of the business units can be found at: https://www....
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier 3rd Shift - 4954 W. Columbia
  • WALTERS-DIMMICK PETROLEUM, INC.
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • $14.00 to 16.00/hour Morning, noon, and night, we rely on our team of Crew Members to be the face of Johnny's. We count ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cashier (Part-Time, Full-Time)
  • Ace Hardware
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • Ace Hardware offers not just a job, but a meaningful and rewarding career As a Cashier you will: Follow all cash registe...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Retail Store Clerk (PT or FT)
  • Kroger
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • Kroger invites all Retail Store Clerk candidates to experience big opportunities in a place that feels like home. Your r...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Store Manager - Lakeview Square Mall, Battle Creek, MI
  • DTLR
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • Come work for us! We are looking for dedicated employees to join our team to help our customers have the best experience...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

Battle Creek is a city in the U.S. state of Michigan, in northwest Calhoun County, at the confluence of the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek rivers. It is the principal city of the Battle Creek, Michigan Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), which encompasses all of Calhoun County. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 52,347, while the MSA's population was 136,146. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 43.73 square miles (113.26 km2), of which 42.61 square miles (110.36 km2) is land and 1.12 square miles (2.90 km2) is water, making Battle Cree...
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Income Estimation for Major Gifts Manager jobs
$105,907 to $146,564
Battle Creek, Michigan area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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