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Old Dominion University

Location: NorfolkVA 23501 Document ID: AB086-1CRV Posted on: 2019-09-1009/10/2019 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
2019-10-10
 

Major Gift Officer (Strome College of Business)

This position will develop and cultivate long-term philanthropic relationships with alumni, donors, and prospects. This position is also responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of private gifts of $25,000 or more in support of advancing the University's mission. Finally, this position provides major gift fundraising initiatives with respective college dean and faculty, gift officers/development staff, and volunteer leaders to meet funding priorities and maximize philanthropic support for the University.

Type of Recruitment
General Public

Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree or bachelor's degree with experience and/or training that equates to a master's degree. Considerable experience in fundraising, including individual solicitation as a development or major gift officer; or equivalent experience in comparable sales/marketing/client relations will be considered. Demonstrated ability to effectively build and cultivate donor relationships and secure gifts at $25,000 and above. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities. Strategic self-starter and results-driven with a collaborative and team-oriented approach. Knowledge of development principles, fundraising techniques and ethics. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Effective problem-solver. Demonstrated flexibility and ability to manage change and withstand pressure. Demonstrated initiative, creativity and resourcefulness. Ability to travel and work nights and weekends. Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Job Open Date
06/27/2019

Open Until Filled
Yes

Application Review Date
07/19/2019

Job Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required

Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

Department Information

Equity Statement
Old Dominion University does not discriminate in admissions, treatment, employment or access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), political affiliation, veteran status, family medical and genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

ODU Statement
Old Dominion University, located in the City of Norfolk in the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia, is a state-assisted, Carnegie doctoral/research-extensive institution that serves its students and enriches the Commonwealth of Virginia, the nation, and the world through rigorous academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active civic engagement. Its 24,000 students, including over 6,000 graduate students, form a diverse and multicultural community in six academic colleges. Through a collaborative and innovative approach to education and research, the University focuses on student learning and addresses critical needs in the professions. ODU's programs are offered on the main campus, at higher education centers in the region, and at numerous distance learning sites.



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