Development Officer

Position Summary

Cameron University is seeking a relationship-driven fundraising professional to serve as the Development Officer for Cameron University. This position is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding philanthropic relationships with individuals, families, and organizations whose interests align with Cameron University's institutional priorities.

The Development Officer manages a portfolio of leadership-level prospects and donors and develops strategies to increase philanthropic support, strengthen donor engagement, identify new fundraising opportunities, and build a culture of philanthropy among Cameron's alumni, friends, parents, and supporters.

Working collaboratively across University Advancement, Athletics, academic and administrative units, and the Cameron University Foundation, the Development Officer advances institutional priorities through thoughtful prospect development, personal relationship management, strategic solicitation, and effective donor stewardship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·       Manage a portfolio of leadership-level prospects and donors, developing and executing strategies for identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to increase philanthropic engagement and secure significant gifts.

·       Build and maintain meaningful, long-term relationships with alumni, donors, prospects, parents, friends, and other University constituents through regular personal visits, meetings, calls, correspondence, and other engagement opportunities.

·       Collaborate with the Vice President for University Advancement, Director of Development, and other University leaders to develop and execute solicitation strategies for significant prospects, including proposals, briefing materials, and personalized stewardship plans.

·       Identify opportunities to connect donor interests with institutional priorities, including academic programs, student support, athletics, facilities, and other University initiatives.

·       Develop and implement personalized donor engagement, stewardship, and recognition strategies that strengthen relationships, demonstrate the impact of giving, and encourage continued philanthropic support.

·       Create meaningful opportunities for donor engagement through campus visits, student and faculty interactions, athletics experiences, special events, and other University activities, partnering with Advancement colleagues to ensure a consistent and thoughtful donor experience.

·       Maintain accurate records in the University's advancement database in collaboration with Advancement Services, and participate in portfolio management and review.

·       Collaborate with University leadership, academic units, and campus partners to advance fundraising priorities and donor engagement; serve as a resource on donor relations and fundraising opportunities while representing Cameron University professionally at University events.

·       Perform other duties as assigned in support of the mission and strategic priorities of Cameron University and the Division of University Advancement.

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain productive relationships with individuals and organizations.
• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies
• Willingness and ability to travel locally and periodically outside the Lawton area for donor visits and University business.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required for donor, alumni, athletics, and University events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education fundraising or nonprofit development.
• Three or more years of professional experience in fundraising, advancement, development, sales, relationship management, or a closely related field.
• Experience working with leadership-level or major gift donors.
• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation and solicitation.
• Knowledge of annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, or comprehensive fundraising principles.

 

INSTITUTION: Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

 

APPLYING: Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position and resume.

 

DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

 

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