Associate Major Gifts Officer

Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic university in a culturally rich section of Pittsburgh. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, it is one of the 17 member institutions of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education. Carlow is recognized for educating traditional students and adult learners for a lifetime of ethical leadership and service.

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Carlow University is currently accepting applications for a full-time Associate Major Gifts Officer. This position has multiple responsibilities within the Advancement department. The Associate Major Gifts Officer oversees the donor relations and stewardship program with the goal of building and maintaining strong relationships with donors by appropriately and consistently promoting interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels.

As Associate Major Gifts Officer, identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit a portfolio of smaller foundations, corporations, and alumni. In addition, the position collaborates with gift officers and other staff to sustain positive and mutually-rewarding relations between the University and its donors; partners with gift officers to determine the best strategies for effective stewardship, cultivation and solicitation of donors.

Essential Functions:

Implement and maintain a consistent donor recognition program through letters, events, permanent recognition (naming opportunities, gift clubs, etc.) and annual recognition initiatives (honor roll, gift clubs, etc.)
Actively solicit a portfolio of smaller foundations with a minimum goal of raising $200,000 or more annually.
Responsible for devising and using consistent, accurate, and appropriate information-sharing mechanisms for soliciting and stewarding prospects and donors.
Proactively supports the stewardship responsibilities of the development staff by assisting them in establishing and coordinating individualized stewardship plans for donors as well as solicitation plans for prospects.
Monitor the endowed scholarship/awards program in close cooperation with the Finance and Business Offices to ensure appropriate use of endowed and restricted funds and to ensure that communications with the donors are occurring as appropriate.
Prepare accurately and timely reports on gifts, endowed funds, scholarships and memorial funds including financial status of funds to donors and administrators.
Develop an understanding of University priorities so that foundations, corporations, and alumni are well targeted.
Provide background summaries that provide interests, university affiliations, and estimates of financial capacity to guide the development of cultivation and solicitation strategies by development officers.
Work collaboratively with University Advancement staff to compose letters, compile appropriate invitation lists, create programs and provide program materials for special events, prepare program scripts and participant remarks (as needed) and create and/or obtain donor awards and recognitions (award nominations, such as the Kirr Award)
Coordinate with all groups to provide relevant information in preparation for donor visits; implement and coordinate donor recognition events in cooperation with major gift officers to ensure consistency;
Participate in review sessions and in developing major gift strategy.
Demonstrate and reflect understanding of and commitment to the mission and core values of the University and the Sisters of Mercy.
Perform other related duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, communications or closely related field.
Additional years of qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Prospect research experience preferred or experience in similar areas such as investigative research in the financial sector or internet/database searching for business or educational purposes.
The full-time equivalent of two years of related professional experience.
Related experience in development in higher education or comparable environment preferred.

Carlow University is Devoted to....

A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all
A strong commitment to social justice
Ethical forward-thinking leadership
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities

Successful candidates must be committed to envisioning the future of liberal arts and professional education in a rapidly changing environment; have experience working with diverse populations; actively support Carlow’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and community; and be able to articulate how they will contribute to Carlow University’s Catholic, Mercy mission and values through their teaching, scholarship, and service.

Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also offering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its diverse community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are offered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.

Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties andresponsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEOC policy

One of the core values of Carlow University is Sacredness of Creation. We revere each person and all creation and the diversity they embody. The University, as an educational institution and an employer, values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity. We respect our diversity as we are called in both the University’s mission and core values. Our commitment to inclusivity, respect and acceptance informs every aspect of the University community.

Accordingly, Carlow University prohibits and will not discriminate or harass on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), national origin, age, individuals with disabilities, genetic information, marital status, familial status, ancestry and expression, veteran status or any other category protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all programs and activities, with respect to both admissions and employment.

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