at Northwestern University in

Evanston, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Opening Id:

54480

Department:

Alumni Relations & Development Salary/Grade:

EXS/10

Job Summary:

Please note: The target budgeted salary for this position is $88,000 - $94,000 annually. Offers will be based on candidate experience and education, as well as equity within Northwestern University. The Associate Director of Major Gifts will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gift support from a prospect pool of alumni, friends, and family members. This frontline fundraiser will develop and manage a fluid portfolio of prospects through qualification visits, cultivation efforts and customized solicitations that align with prospect interests and financial capacity. This position collaborates with colleagues across Alumni Relations and Development and the greater University, including deans, faculty, program directors, and other University volunteers to plan and execute compelling prospect meetings and solicitations of donors. The candidate must be a self-starter who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple tasks. This is an ideal position for someone who is proactive, motivated, able to incorporate feedback, and demonstrates resilience in uncovering prospects to become loyal donors. Our office operates in a hybrid model and offers the option of working three days in the office and two days remote. Requires travel. For full consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume. This role includes structured professional development through Plus Delta's Discipline of Frontline Fundraising program, which provides high quality training to strengthen fundamental skills in donor cultivation, solicitation, portfolio management, and strategic relationship building. Additional ARD resources further connect Northwestern policies and processes with the best practices introduced in Plus Delta's curriculum.

Specific Responsibilities :

Strategic Planning Gathers data, assesses leads, and develops strategies designed to realize the current and lifetime giving potential of individual prospects. Maintains consistent and appropriate contact. Facilitates or makes direct solicitations. Ensures effective stewardship. Collaboration Involves moderate- to-high-level of collaboration with both internal department partners and moderate le To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account