Leadership Giving Officer, New York
LEADERSHIP GIVING OFFICER (LGO), NEW YORK., Resource Development, to qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospective donors who are capable of making gifts of $100,000 to $5 million, and in some cases, beyond $5 million. Will manage and build successful fundraising strategies for a portfolio focused on 2.0-4.0 rated prospects and some 1.0 rated prospects in a major market, and possibly micro-market, by creating individualized solicitation plans leading to major gifts in support of MIT's fundraising priorities. Will collaborate with Resource Development and Alumni Association staff, school-based fundraisers, senior Institute officers, faculty, alumni, volunteers, donors, and members of the Corporation Development Committee.
REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree; at least three years' related experience (e.g., direct fundraising, relationship management, or direct sales); ability to deal effectively with MIT's benefactors and prospects; proven record of accomplishment in a position requiring independent planning and efficient utilization of time and resources; excellent interpersonal skills, specifically emotional intelligence and the ability to engage and build relationships with colleagues, faculty, leadership, staff, alumni, volunteers, donors, alumni, advisors, and others; ability to collaborate as part of a team in a service-oriented environment; excellent communication (written, verbal, listening, presentation) skills, including demonstrable ability to write persuasively; strong planning and organizational skills; discretion with confidential information; ability to manage several projects simultaneously in a complex fast-paced environment; attention to accuracy, quality, detail and time sensitivity; proven record of accomplishment in a position requiring independent planning, creative problem solving, and the efficient utilization of time and resources; and support for MIT's Advancement's commitment to and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
PREFERRED: Familiarity with the business markets within the territory.