Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO
Position Information
Position Title
Philanthropy Officer
Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Philanthropy Officer role is to generate sustainable streams of major gift funding that will ensure the University’s long-term financial health. Aligning with the University’s goals, Philanthropy Officers shall cultivate and solicit gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations through in-person visits; write proposals and grants to private funders; plan and execute individually-tailored donor engagement and stewardship strategies; help foster a campus and community culture of philanthropy; and regularly report to the Director on the progress being made toward the year’s goals. Officers will assist in building attendance at key events. The Philanthropy team will model and foster collaboration, high performance, and dynamic professional growth.
Each Officer will be...