Major Gift Officer

The Major Gift Officer will be responsible for major gift fundraising and will develop an actionable strategic plan for Development that will strengthen existing relationships, cultivate new donors and partners, and deeply engage the Hampton Roads and ODU alumni communities. This leader will build on the momentum of the recent fundraising opportunities for donor support and increase funding for expanded programs, endowments, and scholarships. They will function as part of the MGO team in the Development office to continue growing alumni engagement and donor stewardship programs to support a sustainable donor pipeline. This person must be driven by the University's mission and have demonstrated experience in working collaboratively in a complex institution. It will be critical for the MGO to establish close working partnerships with the Development team, the Dean and Directors of programs, other senior leaders in the institution and College, and community leaders. Additionally, they must be politically savvy, possess exceptional communication and listening skills, and have prior experience working closely with Boards. The MGO will directly cultivate and solicit donors while providing strategic management and business leadership for the Office of Development. The MGO must possess working knowledge in the areas of major and principal giving, annual giving, planned giving, and capital campaigns. This position sets clear expectations for revenue generation and accountability through established metrics, will be responsible for establishing philanthropic relationships with board members and corporate partners, and will have close working relationships with faculty. The MGO will report to the Assistant Vice President of Development.