Senior Philanthropic Officer, Athletics
Inside Higher Ed5 months ago
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OnsiteFull-timeSenior
Summary
Smith College is seeking a Senior Philanthropic Officer, Athletics to join their team in Northampton, MA. The role focuses on increasing participation and philanthropic support for athletics-related priorities.
About the Role
As a Senior Philanthropic Officer for Athletics, you will work collaboratively to develop a strategic plan for fundraising in athletics, manage a portfolio of major gift prospects, and engage with key stakeholders to promote athletics initiatives. Your responsibilities will include coordinating with the Athletics Department, managing donor relationships, and implementing effective fundraising strategies.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 12 years experience with major gifts ($100k+) and principal fundraising ($1M) or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
- Proven record of six-figure plus fundraising success.
- Experience with corporate sponsorships.
- Demonstrated record of success in raising six and seven figure gifts.
- Demonstrated knowledge of prospect management best practices with high-capacity donors.
- Ability to engage in collaborative problem solving with prospects and colleagues.
- Highly organized in portfolio and time management.
- Superb verbal, written, and listening communications skills.
Preferred:
- Background as a collegiate athlete.
- Experience in athletics fundraising in higher education.
Benefits
- Participation in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
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Northampton, MA