Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Reporting to the Director of Leadership Annual Giving, the Leadership Annual Giving Officer (LAGO) is a key contributing member of the Fordham Fund team that helps to grow the leadership annual giving (LAG) program. LAG is defined as gifts in the $1,000-$25,000 range, and the program supports nearly all schools, centers, and units across the University.
The LAGO is responsible for developing and managing a portfolio of 125 donors/prospects. S/he will also work with team members on messaging and outreach around the President's Club program and help organize small cultivation events to engage and develop LAG donors. Travel and evening/weekend work is required.
Essential FunctionsQualifies, cultivates, and solicits alumni, parents, and friends capable of making gifts of $1,000 or more; retaining and increasing giving from existing donors; and increasing donors and dollars from President's Club donors.Works with the Director and other LAGOs to manage the programming components of the President's Club, including drafting and coordinating communications and offering event support.Utilizes Advance and Fundraising Performance Management systems to record moves, asks, and outcomes, including contact reports, rating and staffing changes, proposals, and gift commitments.Collaborates with colleagues throughout the Development and University Relations division to ensure effective, efficient, and coordinated fundraising strategies and assists, where needed, in reunions, Homecoming, and other important university-wide special events.Essential Functions Note: This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Management ResponsibilitiesNot responsible for supervision or oversight of others.
Required Qualifications: Education and ExperienceMinimum of three years of experience in development, demonstrating a successful track record in solicitation efforts.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and SkillsStrong interpersonal skills and confidence necessary to engage in face-to-face and/or phone solicitations.Ability to inspire, generate excitement, shared purpose, and action; excellent communication skills (both written and oral), while also being a good listener.Experience working effectively in a complex higher education setting, developing and sustaining productive and effective relationships with alumni, donors, faculty, parents, volunteers, colleagues, and senior leadership.Positive and creative manner of approaching issues; strong analytical skills and professional judgment; personal comportment consistent with DAUR's core values.Valid driver's license required.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Salary InformationMinimum Starting Salary: $75,000
Maximum Starting Salary: $85,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
Is this a Union position?No
Posting InformationPosting Number: A731P
Number of Vacancies: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Posting Date: 09/11/2024
Special InstructionsEEO Statement: Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Physical Activity and Work EnvironmentPhysical Activity: Sitting, Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing), Hearing, Listening, Talking, Standing, Walking, Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Squatting, Crouching, Crawling, Climbing stairs, Climbing ladders, Reaching overhead, Pulling, pushing, Lifting – up to 20 pounds, Lifting – up to 50 pounds, Lifting – over 50 pounds.
Work Environment: Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents: ResumeCover LetterOptional Documents: Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a bachelor's degree?YesNo* Are you available to work in the evening (6 pm to 10 pm)?YesNo* Are you available to work weekends?YesNo* Do you have a minimum of three years of experience in development, demonstrating a successful track record in solicitation efforts?YesNo
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