Posting Number: 20254416S

Location
Villanova, PA

Work Schedule: full-time/12-months

Department: 604 - University Advancement

Position Summary

Ignite Your Career at Villanova University! Whether undergraduate or graduate, faculty or staff, each community member brings with them a wealth of experiences that enrich our University and shift our perspectives. As a part of this community, your work will improve lives and ignite change!

Why work at Villanova?

Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University's founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others.
Villanova has been included among the nation's best colleges and universities. VU's inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 "Best Colleges" rankings is another indication of the University's continued prominence and forward momentum.
Villanova's most precious asset is our people. As an employee, you will receive a holistic benefits package, generous paid time off, a competitive retirement savings plan, flexible work options, wellness programs including gym membership, professional development, tuition assistance, and more.

Villanova University has embarked on a 10-year strategic plan, Rooted. Restless., with the goal of enhancing the Augustinian Catholic living and learning experience for all members of our community. University Advancement is seeking exceptional talent to join our mission-driven team working together toward our shared vision for Villanova, fueled by the generosity of the University's philanthropic supporters as we "keep moving" in the spirit of St. Augustine in the public phase of Villanova's comprehensive capital campaign: Espiritus Nova.

Villanova University is organized in a semi-decentralized model; with College-based development officers supported by central services. The Major Gift Officer assigned to the M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing will represent Villanova University and the College of Nursing. Primary duties include establishing and managing effective relationships with varied donor prospects and existing annual and major donors. The Major Gift Officer, under the supervision of the Senior Director of Major Giving, College of Nursing, and in conjunction with the Assistant Vice President of Major Giving - Academics, will plan and implement multiple gift strategies in support of the priorities of the College using operating/work plans and stewardship plans; identify and qualify potential donors; design and implement successful cultivation and solicitation strategies. The Major Gift Officer will solicit prospects and identify and motivate those alumni, faculty, volunteers and friends who can advance the development function at the College of Nursing. The Major Gift Officer is expected to conduct an average of 12 prospect visits per month and manage a portfolio of 120 prospects per year. The Major Gift Officer will assume stewardship responsibilities for assigned prospects in conjunction with the Director of Stewardship and implement cultivation opportunities for all College of Nursing alumni, parents and identified friends.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities

Identify and manage a portfolio of at least 120 gift prospects which includes primarily individuals with specific affiliation and/or giving interest to the Fitzpatrick College of Nursing. Be a point of contact for Nursing alumni to engage in the life of the College; encourage participation in activities and evaluate potential for development involvement.
Establish and manage effective relationships with portfolio prospects and donors; plan and implement gift strategies using work and stewardship plans. Identify and evaluate potential donors from available research, peer screenings and event participation.
Conduct an average of 12 prospect visits monthly and assume stewardship responsibilities for assigned prospects.
Manage the young alumni board and associated activities and events for nursing (Fitzpatrick Alumni Board) and serve as staff liaison for the
Alumni, Parents and Friends committee of the Board of Consultors.
Establish collaborative and productive relationships with the administration and faculty of the College of Nursing; become knowledgeable regarding the College's priorities, programs, events, etc. in order to advance the interests of the College of Nursing and more fully engage alumni, parents and friends.
In conjunction with the Senior Director of Major Giving, College of Nursing assist in designing, coordinating and implementing development activities for Nursing alumni, parents and friends including, but not limited to, Annual Fund and Planned Giving.
Assist with special projects as assigned, including support and management of select events.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Two to three years' experience in fundraising and alumni affairs desired, with direct personal solicitations preferred.
Proven successful experience in individual fund raising or alumni affairs required.
Commitment to higher education and a strong desire to associate with Villanova University and champion its mission required.
Understanding of the University culture and the process for decision making and program development required.
Ability and willingness to travel required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
Comfort level working in a team-oriented environment required, but also must be disciplined and results-oriented.
Knowledge of general office equipment, including use of laptop computers, required.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree preferred.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

Ability to travel and work evenings and weekends required.

Salary Posting Information

Commensurate with experience.

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