Major Gift Officer
HybridDetroit, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Major Gift Officer at TechTown (Detroit) leads and manages TechTown’s major and individual giving program, cultivating donor relationships, qualifying prospects, and managing activities related to giving campaigns. Responsibilities include designing and implementing moves management plans, soliciting major gifts through face-to-face interactions, supporting board and staff with donor communications, tracking progress with metrics, planning annual campaigns and four private fundraisers, and contributing to signature events like Toast of the Town. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years of fundraising experience with direct major donor solicitations; strong relationship-building, communication, and collaborative skills; willingness to travel and host or attend events. The role is primarily in-person with periodic hybrid work and may involve evening meetings and events.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 2-5 years fundraising experience
- Direct experience in major donor solicitations
- Proven ability to prepare proposals and conduct major gift solicitations
- Knowledge of development and alumni affairs best practices
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally
- Willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and events
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