Leadership Giving Officer (Northeast)Job Description
For consideration, please attacha cover letter and resume to the application.
Review of applications will continue until the position isfilled.
SUMMARY:
The Leadership Giving Officer helps advance the University of Richmond's mission toprovide an academically challenging, intellectually vibrant, and collaborative education that prepares students for lives of purpose andleadership—while also supporting the University's public campaign launch in the fall of 2026. This position contributes to that missionby:
- Identifying, qualifying, and cultivating a high‑volume portfolio of leadership‑level prospects
- Soliciting and securingfour and five figure philanthropic commitments, strengthening the donor pipeline
- Deepening donor relationships that supportcontinued and increased giving over time
The Leadership Giving Officer manages a portfolio of rated prospects primarily in the NortheastU.S., with concentrated activity in New York, Connecticut, and New Jersey. Additional travel and virtual engagement will occur inMassachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine to cultivate and steward alumni and parent relationships. The LeadershipGiving Officer will be responsible for meeting annual performance metrics and contributing to team-wide fundraisinggoals.
Representing a nationally recognized liberal arts university that combines the intimacy of a small college with the resourcesof a major institution, the Leadership Giving Officer will secure support to expand access, enhance academic and athletic excellence, andstrengthen meaningful student experiences.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven success in soliciting and closing four- andfive-figure philanthropic gifts
- Strong judgment and discretion, with an understanding of, or willingness to learn, ethicalprinciples in higher education fundraising
- High level of professionalism and integrity
- Excellent interpersonal andcommunication skills, with the ability to engage diverse constituencies
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset, with a commitmentto collegiality, honesty, and transparency
- Strong organizational and analytical skills, with a sense of humor, areappreciated
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and fundraising software (e.g., CRM/database systems)
- Willingness and ability tomaintain a robust travel schedule
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum of three yearsof experience in fundraising or a comparable role, with a strong track record of success in donor engagement and giftsolicitation
- Experience in higher education fundraising is preferred
WORK SCHEDULE:- Standard hours:Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with extended hours as needed
- Occasional evening and weekend work required (e.g., CharterAssociate events, Family Weekend, Reunion)
- Frequent travel expected
SALARY STRUCTURE:Salary Range beginsat $55,640 to $82,784 annually, commensurate with experience
Job title will be commensurate with experience (Assistant Director,Associate Director, or Sr. Associate Director of Leadership Giving).
This position is based onsite at the University of Richmond.While primarily in-person, there may be opportunities for a hybrid work arrangement depending on departmental needs and individualperformance.
To apply, visit https://richmond.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/staff_faculty/job/UR-Main-Campus/Leadership-Giving-Officer--Northeast-_JR101073?q=giving
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