MAJOR GIFT OFFICER

OVERVIEW

DeSales University, in Center Valley, PA, is a private, coeducational, four-year liberal arts Salesian, Catholic university, under the leadership of the Oblates of Saint Francis de Sales. Founded in 1965, the 550-acre suburban campus is located 50 miles north of Philadelphia and about 90 miles southwest of New York City. A total enrollment of nearly 3,500 includes undergraduate day and evening students, and graduate students. DeSales has approximately 135 full-time faculty members and offers more than 40 bachelor's degrees, twelve graduate programs, and over 20 certificate programs in a wide range of disciplines; many of these can be completed fully online.

In 2024, the University transitioned to a new academic structure featuring a four-college/school model, which includes the Kathleen Waterbury and J.B. Reilly School of Business; a College of Arts, Education, and Humanities with a School of Education and a School of Performing Arts; a College of Sciences; and a College of Healthcare Professions with a designated School of Nursing. For further information, visit www.desales.edu. EOE

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is a front-line fundraising role focused primarily on building relationships with individuals and raising critical resources for DeSales University.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree required
2-4 years experience in prospect development, relationship management, and personal solicitation preferably in higher education with a proven track record of success
Previous comprehensive campaign experience preferred
Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
Ability to successfully manage multifunctional and diverse projects when necessary
Possess excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Willingness to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as necessary
Sensitive to issues of ethnicity, disability and diversity
Dedicated to the mission of a small, Catholic, liberal arts institution

DeSales University is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled

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