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Major Gift Officer

( Indiana | On-site )

Job Description

Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Valparaiso University in the search for a Major Gift Officer.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, Development, the Major Gift Officer will advance the philanthropic mission of Valparaiso University by building and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects, including alumni, parents, friends, and foundations. The MGO will develop and implement personalized cultivation strategies that deepen relationships and engage donors in the university’s vision and initiatives. The MGO will identify, qualify, and solicit major gifts, while collaborating with the Assistant Vice President, Development and the Advancement team to create compelling proposals, and ensure donors receive meaningful updates on the impact of their contributions.

Valparaiso University (Valpo) is an independent Lutheran school with a reputation for extraordinary academics, as well as a bright, energetic spirit. Valpo offers more than 70 undergraduate majors in five colleges and more than 20 graduate programs. With an average class size of 21, the university boasts a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The university offers study abroad opportunities with dedicated study centers in England, Germany, Costa Rica, and China, and additional opportunities available in Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and Central and South America.

As an institution that sets high standards for its students and faculty, Valparaiso University consistently achieves national recognition for best teaching and value and as one of the best universities in the Midwest. The Princeton Review ranked Valpo number five for the best green MBA. U.S. News & World Report has ranked it one of the top ten regional universities in the Midwest and it is currently listed among the best nationally ranked colleges. The same publication named the university as the number one best value and number five for best undergraduate teaching in the Midwest. Valpo regularly appears in Forbes “America’s Top Colleges” list. It is also listed as one of the best colleges in Indiana by Niche.com.

A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least three years of successful major gift fundraising experience in higher education or a related nonprofit sector is preferred for this position. Valparaiso University will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds. If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to Valpo, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Valparaiso University and the responsibilities and qualifications specified in the position prospectus.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000. Valparaiso University offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, retirement plan with an employer match, tuition remission and exchange programs, and generous paid time off.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or participating in the selection process, please contact Tom Herbert at tomherbert@aspenleadershipgroup.com.

To apply for this position, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6848316