Kean University Foundation Hiring for Philanthropy Officer II at Union, NJ Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Philanthropy Officer will play a critical role in increasing donor support and acts as an
ambassador for the Kean University Foundation. Responsibilities include: new donor identification, cultivation and stewardship of existing
donors to increase overall retention and giving levels, and where assigned relationship management between donors and other staff who work
with them. Goal is to secure $250,000 in philanthropic support during the initial year, thereafter $750,000 annually.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor Relations Management

• Maintain a personal portfolio of up to 100
  major gift prospects (defined as those capable giving a gift of $25,000+).
• Serve as the primary relationship manager for this
  portfolio of prospects, developing and implementing a written donor strategy and relationship record (using Raisers Edge) of all
  interactions.
• Communicate with portfolio through face to face cultivation, solicitation and stewardship meetings, and written
  strategies; ensure that each major donor and prospect has a clear strategy and timeline for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Develop solicitation strategies for donors / prospects in support of the organization’s annual fund, planned giving, and growth
  campaigns; ensure strategies are compatible and maximize opportunities with other existing campaigns and appeals.
• Support the
  fundraising efforts of the Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation and as assigned university leadership (President, Dean, Athletic
  Director) in securing new and renewed gifts.
• Utilizing Raisers Edge and internal tracking charts track and report on progress to
  goal including contacts, gifts, and pledges.
• Screen and prepare profiles of current and prospective donors.
• Ensure proper
  donor recognition in all publications and donor lists for those prospects in portfolio.

Additional Functions

• Provide analysis and recommendations based on reporting.
• Provide detailed prospect reports for University Leaders as
  requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree or
  equivalent experience plus a minimum of 3-5 years (direct or equivalent) experience managing high level donor relationships with
  demonstrated success in closing gifts of $10,000 and above.
• Ability to conceive, plan, and execute a major gifts program,
  including: annual giving, special events, and special projects/campaigns.
• Excellent grasp of Raisers Edge database software.
• Willingness to be hands-on in a role that is demanding and requires a high level of energy and professionalism.
• High level
  proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and a working knowledge of search functions for donor research purposes.
• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally with a culturally diverse group of co-workers and donors.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to prioritize workload in a timely manner to complete assignments
  with many deadlines and competing requirements.