Philanthropic and Alumni Engagement (PAE) is an integrated, centralized organization in service to this bold, vibrant academic and clinical community, supporting scholarship, teaching, research, and care. Our focus is on building relationships and maintaining a strong network of contributors, alumni, and constituents in order to increase philanthropy, enrich the community, and enable groundbreaking research and academic achievement. Our collaborative approach ensures the work we support remains innovative and advances our community's success-driven priorities. We invite you to become a pivotal part of our team as the Major Gifts Officer for University Development. In this role, you will serve as an integral part within the Individual Giving School and Centers department reporting to the Senior Director, Major Gifts.The Major Gift Officer, Central Major Gifts plans and implements major gift fundraising efforts for assigned area of responsibility; develops proposals and coordinates fundraising efforts within the department; and identifies, cultivates, stewards, and solicits current and potential donors. Collaborates with leadership, school-based and unit development directors, and faculty on fundraising strategies and solicitations. Crafts major donor recognition collateral and provides overall donor stewardship.

Key Job Responsibilities:
Cultivate and solicit major gifts from donors with the capacity to give $100,000 or more.
Build and maintain a diverse, sustainable portfolio of major gift prospects in an assigned geographic region.
Initiate and manage substantive discussions with potential donors to assess capacity and interest.
Collaborate and build relationships across university units including PAE, academic departments, Athletics, and others to aid in cultivating donors and soliciting major gifts.
Design and execute multi-dimensional cultivation strategies tailored to individual donors.
Develop and finalize gift agreements, including endowments and pledges.
Implement stewardship strategies to ensure ongoing donor engagement and satisfaction.
Maintain accurate donor records in the PAE database system.
Willingness to travel at least 30% of the time to meet with donors and prospects.
Build long-term relationships based on donors' interests, passions, and values.
Demonstrate a proven track record of successful individual gift solicitation and relationship / project management.

Why Join Us?
• Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in supporting the University's mission.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive, innovative, and dynamic team.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement.
• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
Ready to make a difference? Learn more about PAE and apply today.
Join us in shaping the future of education, research, and healthcare at the University of Pittsburgh!

Plans, implements, and manages fundraising programs for assigned area of responsibility; develops proposals and coordinates fundraising efforts within the department; and identifies, cultivates, stewards, and solicits current and potential donors. Collaborates with executive leadership, leadership, and faculty on strategic initiatives and campaign management. Crafts major donor recognition collateral and recruits and leads volunteer solicitors.

• Plan, implement, and manage major gift fundraising efforts for the assigned area of responsibility.
• Develop proposals and coordinate major gift fundraising efforts within a geographic region.
• Closely collaborate with schools and units across PAE and the University to cultivate donors and solicit major gifts.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and potential major gift donors.

Light - Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.