Major Gifts Manager jobs in New Orleans, LA

The Program Manager, Major Gifts, is a full-time professional administrative position reporting directly to the Executive Director. This position will support high-level administrative responsibilities and special projects including unit/school-based development communications materials, board member engagement, drafting correspondence, managing events, and preparing presentations. The position will also take the lead and/or assist with special projects and initiatives as decided by the Executive Director. In addition, the Program Manager will work closely with other departments including the offices of Stewardship and Donor Relations, Advancement Communications, Legal Affairs, Alumni Relations, Gift Planning, Annual Giving, Reunion Giving, Corporate and Foundation relations, Office of Campaigns and Administration, Office of University Planning, other Major Gifts units, and offices within each of the undergraduate schools. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple demands and/or projects simultaneously.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate and work cooperatively and effectively with high level prospects, donors, and volunteers.
• Ability to make decisions independently, demonstrate initiative and self-starting capacity

• Ability to contribute to the yearly strategic planning of the department

• Ability to mentor and manage a team

• Experience working with sensitive information and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Required Education and/or Experience • Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years’ experience in program development, implementation, or management required, or transferrable experience. Transferrable experience includes meeting/event planning/management, volunteer management, sales, public relations, marketing, admissions, or fundraising.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years’ direct experience.

Preferred Qualifications • Experience in a research university environment.

• Commitment to the values of an institution of higher education.

• Knowledge of various software systems, such as Word, Excel, and a prospect management database.