Principal Giving Officer
About Clark University:
Founded in 1887, Clark was one of the first all-graduate institutions in the United States.
Today the University is a highly-ranked, student-centered institution educating approximately 2,350 undergraduate and 1,150 graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort.
This commitment to scholarship and inquiry reflects the University's commitment to challenge convention and change our world and to address issues of critical importance to society.
It is also reflected by Clark's many national and international distinctions, including recognition for its diversity and inclusion efforts, innovation, community engagement and impact, as a top green campus, and for having a distinguished geography and international development program.
Clark has also been included in the groundbreaking Colleges that Change Lives guide since it was first published in 1996.
Clark is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, a dynamic, diverse city on the rise.
The second largest city in New England, Worcester is home to 11 institutions of higher learning and is increasingly recognized for its growing healthcare and biotechnology communities, its thriving cultural scene, and as a vibrant food hub.
Job Description:
Clark University is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Giving Officer (PGO) to join its Advancement team.
This key role will focus on soliciting major gifts at the principal giving level ($500,000 and above) with special focus on parents, non-alumni, and corporations.
The PGO will play a pivotal role in the upcoming fundraising campaign and in advancing Clark University's fundraising efforts and driving philanthropic support for its mission.
Key
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure principal-level gifts ($500,000+) with special focus on parents, non-alumni, and corporations, aligning with the university's strategic framework.
Identify and prioritize prospective donors through research, engagement, and collaboration with colleagues in the Advancement team, leveraging both internal and external resources.
Cultivate and steward relationships with potential donors, managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, and parents interested in supporting Clark.
Build strong relationships with university leadership, faculty, and staff to effectively articulate Clark University's vision, funding needs, and impact to potential donors.
Develop customized strategies for each prospective donor, tailoring solicitations plans and proposals to align with their philanthropic interests and financial capacity.
Collaborate with other colleagues within university advancement and across Clark to ensure integrated cultivation and solicitation strategies for key constituents.
Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership and participate in the development of fundraising campaigns, initiatives, and events targeting principal-level giving.
Utilize a donor management system to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of donor interactions, gift proposals, and progress towards fundraising goals.
Attend university events, conferences, and networking opportunities to represent Clark University and establish relationships with prospective donors.
Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging strategies in principal giving and philanthropy to enhance fundraising effectiveness.
Regular travel to meet with donors and prospective donors.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in fundraising, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting, with a focus on securing principal-level gifts.
Proven track record of soliciting and closing gifts of $500,000 or more from individuals and/or corporations.
Strong understanding of best practices in major gift fundraising, including cultivation, stewardship, and gift strategies for principal-level donors.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, inspire, and build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives.
Strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills, capable of managing a portfolio of prospects and balancing competing priorities effectively.
Collaborative team player who can work effectively with colleagues, volunteers, and senior leadership to achieve fundraising goals.
Passion for and commitment to the mission and values of Clark University.
Additional Information:
As of June 1, 2023 Clark University no longer requires employees or students to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
However, Clark urges all community members to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination, which recommend that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses.
This is important for your own personal health as well as the health of our community.
Clark University embraces equal opportunity as a core value:
we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community.
This commitment applies to every aspect of education, services, and employment policies and practices at Clark.
Our commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention.
All positions at Clark share in the responsibility for building a community that values diversity and the uniqueness of others by exhibiting integrity and respect in interacting with all members of the Clark community to create an atmosphere of fairness and belonging.
We strongly encourage members from historically underrepresented communities, inclusive of all women, to apply.
Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities.
For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.
Application Instructions:
To be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online.
Create a Clark University Careers Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button below.
You will be able to upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:
Resume Cover letter See the FAQ for using our online system.
Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.
Already have a Clark University Careers Account? Login to your account to add documents or update your account.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
A successful background check is required upon acceptance.
Recommended Skills Communication Coordinating Finance Fundraising Hardworking And Dedicated Leadership Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Founded in 1887, Clark was one of the first all-graduate institutions in the United States.
Today the University is a highly-ranked, student-centered institution educating approximately 2,350 undergraduate and 1,150 graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort.
This commitment to scholarship and inquiry reflects the University's commitment to challenge convention and change our world and to address issues of critical importance to society.
It is also reflected by Clark's many national and international distinctions, including recognition for its diversity and inclusion efforts, innovation, community engagement and impact, as a top green campus, and for having a distinguished geography and international development program.
Clark has also been included in the groundbreaking Colleges that Change Lives guide since it was first published in 1996.
Clark is located in Worcester, Massachusetts, a dynamic, diverse city on the rise.
The second largest city in New England, Worcester is home to 11 institutions of higher learning and is increasingly recognized for its growing healthcare and biotechnology communities, its thriving cultural scene, and as a vibrant food hub.
Job Description:
Clark University is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Giving Officer (PGO) to join its Advancement team.
This key role will focus on soliciting major gifts at the principal giving level ($500,000 and above) with special focus on parents, non-alumni, and corporations.
The PGO will play a pivotal role in the upcoming fundraising campaign and in advancing Clark University's fundraising efforts and driving philanthropic support for its mission.
Key
Responsibilities:
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure principal-level gifts ($500,000+) with special focus on parents, non-alumni, and corporations, aligning with the university's strategic framework.
Identify and prioritize prospective donors through research, engagement, and collaboration with colleagues in the Advancement team, leveraging both internal and external resources.
Cultivate and steward relationships with potential donors, managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, and parents interested in supporting Clark.
Build strong relationships with university leadership, faculty, and staff to effectively articulate Clark University's vision, funding needs, and impact to potential donors.
Develop customized strategies for each prospective donor, tailoring solicitations plans and proposals to align with their philanthropic interests and financial capacity.
Collaborate with other colleagues within university advancement and across Clark to ensure integrated cultivation and solicitation strategies for key constituents.
Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership and participate in the development of fundraising campaigns, initiatives, and events targeting principal-level giving.
Utilize a donor management system to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of donor interactions, gift proposals, and progress towards fundraising goals.
Attend university events, conferences, and networking opportunities to represent Clark University and establish relationships with prospective donors.
Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging strategies in principal giving and philanthropy to enhance fundraising effectiveness.
Regular travel to meet with donors and prospective donors.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in fundraising, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting, with a focus on securing principal-level gifts.
Proven track record of soliciting and closing gifts of $500,000 or more from individuals and/or corporations.
Strong understanding of best practices in major gift fundraising, including cultivation, stewardship, and gift strategies for principal-level donors.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, inspire, and build relationships with diverse stakeholders, including high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives.
Strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills, capable of managing a portfolio of prospects and balancing competing priorities effectively.
Collaborative team player who can work effectively with colleagues, volunteers, and senior leadership to achieve fundraising goals.
Passion for and commitment to the mission and values of Clark University.
Additional Information:
As of June 1, 2023 Clark University no longer requires employees or students to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
However, Clark urges all community members to follow CDC guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination, which recommend that everyone stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines including booster doses.
This is important for your own personal health as well as the health of our community.
Clark University embraces equal opportunity as a core value:
we believe that cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity is fundamental to the success of our students, our employees and our community.
This commitment applies to every aspect of education, services, and employment policies and practices at Clark.
Our commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring and retention.
All positions at Clark share in the responsibility for building a community that values diversity and the uniqueness of others by exhibiting integrity and respect in interacting with all members of the Clark community to create an atmosphere of fairness and belonging.
We strongly encourage members from historically underrepresented communities, inclusive of all women, to apply.
Clark University offers a generous benefit package for full and, if applicable, part-time employees that include; paid time off, generous retirement plan, group health and dental insurance, life insurance, and tuition, along with use of many campus amenities.
For a complete list of benefits for eligible employees visit here.
Application Instructions:
To be considered for this position, you must submit your credentials online.
Create a Clark University Careers Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button below.
You will be able to upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:
Resume Cover letter See the FAQ for using our online system.
Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.
Already have a Clark University Careers Account? Login to your account to add documents or update your account.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Salary will be commensurate with skills and experience.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
A successful background check is required upon acceptance.
Recommended Skills Communication Coordinating Finance Fundraising Hardworking And Dedicated Leadership Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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