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Villanova University · 2 days ago

Development Officer, West Region

Villanova, PA

Full-time

Remote

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Identify and manage a portfolio of 150-175 prospects. Establish and manage effective relationships with portfolio prospects and donors; conduct 14-16 prospect visits monthly and assume stewardship responsibilities for assigned prospects.

Plan and implement prospect cultivation and solicitation strategies using work and stewardship plans; identify and evaluate potential donors from available research, peer screenings, and event participation.

Support prospect engagement and involvement efforts for University-wide events and programs taking place in California and West subregions. Be a point of contact for West Region based constituents to engage in the life of the University; encourage participation in activities and evaluate potential for development involvement.

Provide administrative support for West Region-based advancement efforts.

Perform additional duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Qualification

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Required

Bachelor’s Degree required.

The incumbent is required to have a minimum of two to three years of experience in the nonprofit sector (or a transferable field) with exposure to frontline fundraising/client services preferred.

Demonstrated understanding of individual fundraising required, preferably in the field of higher education and/or within the West Region philanthropic community.

Commitment to the principles behind higher education and a strong desire to associate with Villanova University and champion its mission expected.

Understanding of the University culture and ability to work within a multi-layered management system required.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills required.

Must be well organized and detail oriented.

The incumbent must be comfortable working in a team oriented environment, as well as a disciplined self-starter who is results-oriented.

Preferred

Exposure to frontline fundraising/client services preferred.

Benefits

Holistic benefits package

Generous paid time off

Competitive retirement savings plan

Flexible work options

Wellness programs including gym membership

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Company

Villanova University

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Villanova University is a Roman Catholic institution of higher learning founded by the Order of Saint Augustine in 1842.

Founded in 1842

Villanova, Pennsylvania, USA

1,001-5,000 employees

http://www.villanova.edu

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