Officer of Major Gifts

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts from alumni, parents, and friends to support the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science.
• Manage an active portfolio of approximately 150 prospects, conducting personal visits to close gifts ranging from $250,000 to $10,000,000.
• Prepare tailored written solicitation materials, proposals, talking points, and briefings for individual donors.
• Conduct ongoing prospect research to identify and qualify new potential donors and develop strategic cultivation plans.
• Collaborate with the Dean, faculty, and administration to align fundraising efforts with School and University priorities.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive contact reports and activity records in the Advance database.
• Plan and execute small development events to engage key donors and prospects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5-7 years of related experience in fundraising or a similar field.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-level donor relationships with tact and sensitivity.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as necessary to meet portfolio goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree.
• Experience in higher education fundraising or capital campaigns.
• Demonstrated success in annual or capital giving.
• Intellectual interest in engineering and technology.

About the Company

Columbia University is a world-class research institution located in New York City. The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science (SEAS) is dedicated to advancing knowledge and driving innovation to solve the world's most complex challenges.