Kansas State University Foundation · 15 hours ago
Development Officer
Manhattan, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expKansas State University Foundation is dedicated to mission-driven work that changes lives. They are seeking a Development Officer to engage in major gift fundraising, leveraging sales and relationship-building skills to connect with K-State alumni and donors.
EducationNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Brooke Nicholson
Responsibilities
Proactively reach out to potential donors through calls and visits, qualifying prospects and cultivating relationships—just like in sales, but with a focus on legacy, not transactions
Strategically present and solicit major gifts ($50,000+) through effective major gift fundraising proposals
Manage multiple robust client (donor) relationships and regularly travel to meet face-to-face
Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop strategies for meaningful major gift fundraising
Keep all activity documented and outcomes measurable, recognizing and stewarding donors at every stage
Qualification
Required
2+ years of full-time experience in metrics-driven roles, requiring measurable output and a track record of building relationships
Experience conducting face-to-face meetings, presenting materials, and closing deals—in this case, fostering impactful major gift fundraising partnerships
Excellent communication, persuasive presentation, and active listening skills
Drive to meet metrics, self-motivation, and the willingness to work as part of an inspiring and collaborative team
Benefits
Competitive health, dental, life insurance, plus voluntary benefits including company paid HSA contributions
403(b) retirement plan with 10% company contribution
Paid leave for holidays, vacation, wellness, personal, parental, and volunteer
Tuition and certification assistance and a $300 annual reimbursement wellness program
A work environment that embraces flexibility inside of a framework
Mission-driven work that changes the lives of people around the world
Company
Kansas State University Foundation
The KSU Foundation is K-State's strategic partner for philanthropy.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase