Leadership Giving Officer

Job description

Position Department: University Advancement Overview: The Leadership Giving Officer (LGO) serves as a front-line fundraiser responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of high-potential alumni and friends of the University. The LGO develops and executes strategic "moves management" plans to secure major commitments and planned gifts at the $10,000 level. The primary focus of this role is proactive fieldwork, requiring frequent face-to-face engagement (in-person and virtual) to build a robust philanthropic pipeline. Additionally, the LGO plays an active role in grant administration, managing the lifecycle of foundation and corporate grant opportunities—from proposal development and data gathering to reporting and compliance. Reporting to the Executive Director for Leadership Giving, the LGO collaborates across University Advancement to align fundraising efforts with the University’s strategic priorities and long-term financial goals of the university, with the goal of securing and increasing philanthropic donations. Responsibilities: - Direct Fundraising & Portfolio Management: ● Manage a portfolio of 100 –120 major gift prospects, executing stra...