Seattle Pacific University

Senior Advancement Officer

Main Campus, USA · Senior · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$80k-$100kDetected 102 days ago

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About the role

Success in this role is measured through portfolio engagement, moves management progress, and achievement of annual fundraising goals.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of approximately 80-100 donors and prospects
Develop and execute individualized moves management plans for each constituent
Donor Strategy & Relationship Building
Build strong, trust-based relationships by understanding donor interests and aligning them with university priorities
Develop compelling donor proposals that balance institutional needs with donor passions
Track and manage all donor activity, communication, and proposals in Raiser's Edge NXT
Partner with Prospect Development to identify and qualify new donor prospects
Partner with university leaders, deans, faculty, and staff to understand and articulate funding priorities
Collaborate with Donor Relations to develop and communicate giving opportunities
Represent SPU in external settings, building relationships within broader communities

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
2-3 years of professional experience in major gift fundraising, including demonstrated success in donor cultivation and solicitation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of constituents
Experience writing compelling donor proposals and impact reports
This is an on-campus position, but the Senior Advancement Officer will have a willingness and ability to travel within the United States as needed
Main Campus in Seattle, WA, with required travel

Nice to have

3+ years of relevant fundraising experience, particularly in managing donor portfolios and securing major gifts
Demonstrated success securing and managing gifts of $50,000 or more
Experience using donor management systems such as Raiser's Edge or Salesforce
Compensation & Position Details
Status: Full-time, exempt

Compensation

Starting at $106,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors capable of annual gifts of $5,000+, multi-year commitments of $25,000+, and planned gifts of $30,000+
Monitor progress toward annual goals and adjust strategies as needed

Company info

Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community.
The Office of University Advancement partners with alumni, parents, and friends to support the mission and priorities of SPU through meaningful philanthropic engagement. Our work is rooted in building lasting relationships, connecting donor passions with institutional needs, and advancing the long-term sustainability and impact of the university.
What We Need
Seattle Pacific University is seeking a Senior Advancement Officer to cultivate and manage relationships with current and prospective major and planned gift donors.
The Office of University Advancement partners with alumni, parents, and friends to support the mission and priorities of SPU through meaningful philanthropic engagement.
Our work is rooted in building lasting relationships, connecting donor passions with institutional needs, and advancing the long-term sustainability and impact of the university.
This is a position that plays a key role in securing philanthropic support aligned with SPU's strategic priorities.
Reporting to the Vice President for University Advancement, this role manages a portfolio of donors and prospects capable of making annual gifts of $5,000 or more, multi-year commitments, and planned gifts.
The ideal candidate is relational, strategic, and self-directed, with a demonstrated ability to build trust and inspire generosity.

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