Leadership Annual Giving Officer

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

. Identify and cultivate relationships with donor prospects at leadership annual giving levels .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing fundraising strategies, managing donor relationships, and utilizing database solutions for effective portfolio management. Strong communication skills and experience in client service roles within advancement or non-profit sectors are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fundraising Strategy DevelopmentDonor Relationship ManagementCRM Software ProficiencyAnnual Gift Solicitation ExperienceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Fundraising PlansGift SolicitationPortfolio ManagementProposal PreparationReport Preparation

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeAdobeDatabase SolutionsAI-Assisted Data Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeEmployment Authorization

Industry Keywords

Non-Profit ManagementClient ServiceAnnual GivingUniversity AdvancementComplex Institutions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and cultivate relationships with donor prospects at leadership annual giving levels
Develop and implement fundraising plans
Collaborate with Advancement staff to meet predefined gift contribution goals
Manage a portfolio of up to 200 mid-capacity donors and prospects
Develop individualized strategies to move prospects toward gift solicitation
Work with University Advancement leadership to set goals
Engage prospects and donors through qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
Use database solutions and AI-assisted data solutions to execute strategies, track relationship status, and optimize portfolio management
Build partnerships with University Advancement staff, academic leaders, campus divisions, and the UWM Foundation
Identify solicitation opportunities and maintain donor relationships
Develop and deliver targeted fundraising and communication programs and materials
Work with the Prospect Management Team to develop and update prospect portfolios and evaluate strategies
Serve as a front-facing University Advancement representative to donors and prospects
Serve as a liaison to internal and external constituencies and represent institutional interests
Recommend improvements to prospect strategies and report results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Experience working in a client service profession such as advancement, development, non-profit management, or a related field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with computers and standard applications, including Microsoft Office and Adobe
Employment authorization and identity verification in the United States required at start date
Criminal background check required
References must answer questions regarding past findings or pending allegations of sexual violence and sexual harassment
Cover letter and detailed resume required
Preferred: Demonstrated track record of successful annual gift solicitation, sponsorship solicitations, or equivalent measurable achievement
Preferred: Broad-based fundraising experience in annual giving, proposal and report preparation, event and/or meeting planning
Preferred: Experience with CRM software applications and/or database solutions
Preferred: Experience managing projects from inception to delivery, including tracking and reporting results
Preferred: Experience in large, complex institutions such as universities, hospitals, or government agencies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment
Criminal background check and reference check process