Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
Posting Summary
College
College
VP University Advancement-DIV
Executive Area
Executive Area
VP University Advancement
Department
Department
University Advancement
Posting Number
Posting Number
S751P
Job Type
Job Type
Full Time, Regular
Pay Type
Pay Grade
Pay Grade
H
Campus Location
Campus Location
WMU-Kalamazoo - East Campus
Salary Range
Salary Range
Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies
General Summary
Identifies and promotes relationships with major donors with an emphasis on emerging gifts.
Major Duties
Develops and promotes relationship strategies for major gift prospects in assigned portfolio.
Assists in identifying potential major gift prospects, including determining the interest and affiliation with the University.
Builds relationships with donors and assists in coordinating strategies and personal visits for the involvement of institutional partners.
Assists in writing major gift proposals and agreements.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution.
Three years' relevant experience.
Demonstrated ability to work independently.
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or related field.
Willingness to travel on a frequent basis.
Demonstrated professionalism.
Capable of motivating volunteers and donors.
Strong self-motivation.
Ability to work as a team member in a complex organization.
Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in higher education fundraising.
Proven success in building productive relationships with senior administrators, key business leaders, faculty, staff, institutional boards, volunteers or donors.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Internal applicants should use the
WMU
– Internal Application.
External applicants should use the
WMU
– Application.
Additional Position Information
This is a two-year terminal position, with the potential of renewal.
Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:
https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
.
Physical requirements and working conditions
Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.
Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution?
Yes
No
* Do you have three years of relevant experience?
Yes
No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to work independently?
Yes
No
* Do you have strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills?
Yes
No
* Do you have demonstrated experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, advertising, public relations, communications or a related field?
Yes
No
* Do you have the willingness to travel on a frequent basis?
Yes
No
* Do you have demonstrated professionalism?
Yes
No
* Are you able to show proven success with motivating volunteers and donors?
Yes
No
* Do you have strong self-motivation?
Yes
No
* Are you willing and able to work as a team member in a complex organization?
Yes
No
* Do you have the ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends?
Yes
No
* Do you have experience in higher education fundraising?
Yes
No
* Do you have proven success in building productive relationships with senior administrators, key business leaders, faculty, staff, institutional boards, volunteers or donors?
Yes
No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
List of References
Optional Documents
Other
WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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