Ramapo College
Director of Major Gifts
Ramapo College, Mahwah, New Jersey, us, 07495
Position Title:
Director of Major Gifts Location:
Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
202300240 Core:
Outreach & Engagement Core Department:
Office of Development Opening Date:
12/11/2024 FLSA:
Exempt Bargaining Unit:
MN ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College’s unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, and its size (approximately 5,500 students) provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ’s designation as “New Jersey’s Public Liberal Arts College” is the foundation from which the College’s commitment to an accessible and transformative education is realized. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, managerial position, and days of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Vice President of OEC and Executive Director of the Foundation, the Director of Major Gifts is responsible for a portfolio of 125-150 major gift prospects, private foundations/corporations, and donors. The Director shall identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, and friends of Ramapo who have the financial capacity to make a gift of $10,000+. The Director will have annual expectations for philanthropic income produced, personal visits, and other actions with donors and prospects. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Build a portfolio of 125-150 major gift prospects and donors, including individuals, foundations and corporate partners. Work closely with the vice president and assistant vice president on major and planned gift prospects and donors. Develop and execute strategies and detailed moves management plans for prospects. Document all activities in Raiser's Edge NXT, the College’s Advancement CRM. Provide regular reports on monthly, quarterly, and annual results. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with prospects, donors, and other volunteers. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and to creatively solve problems. Understanding of the prospect/donor cycle: identification, engagement, cultivation, involvement, solicitation, stewardship. EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree preferred. Five-to-seven years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising or a similar field is required. EEO Statement: Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Benefits:
Ramapo offers a comprehensive benefits package through the State of New Jersey to full-time employees including health care, dental, retirement, and more. Agency:
Ramapo College of New Jersey Address:
505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, New Jersey, 07430 Phone:
201-684-7782 Website:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ramapo? Apply Here:
https://www.click2apply.net/rJwYZVF7PMGgMi1lgtkejA
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Director of Major Gifts Location:
Ramapo College, Main Campus - Mahwah NJ Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
202300240 Core:
Outreach & Engagement Core Department:
Office of Development Opening Date:
12/11/2024 FLSA:
Exempt Bargaining Unit:
MN ABOUT RAMAPO COLLEGE Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College’s unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, and its size (approximately 5,500 students) provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ’s designation as “New Jersey’s Public Liberal Arts College” is the foundation from which the College’s commitment to an accessible and transformative education is realized. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, managerial position, and days of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Vice President of OEC and Executive Director of the Foundation, the Director of Major Gifts is responsible for a portfolio of 125-150 major gift prospects, private foundations/corporations, and donors. The Director shall identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, and friends of Ramapo who have the financial capacity to make a gift of $10,000+. The Director will have annual expectations for philanthropic income produced, personal visits, and other actions with donors and prospects. RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Build a portfolio of 125-150 major gift prospects and donors, including individuals, foundations and corporate partners. Work closely with the vice president and assistant vice president on major and planned gift prospects and donors. Develop and execute strategies and detailed moves management plans for prospects. Document all activities in Raiser's Edge NXT, the College’s Advancement CRM. Provide regular reports on monthly, quarterly, and annual results. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS: (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work well with prospects, donors, and other volunteers. Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and to creatively solve problems. Understanding of the prospect/donor cycle: identification, engagement, cultivation, involvement, solicitation, stewardship. EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree is required; Master's degree preferred. Five-to-seven years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising or a similar field is required. EEO Statement: Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Benefits:
Ramapo offers a comprehensive benefits package through the State of New Jersey to full-time employees including health care, dental, retirement, and more. Agency:
Ramapo College of New Jersey Address:
505 Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, New Jersey, 07430 Phone:
201-684-7782 Website:
https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ramapo? Apply Here:
https://www.click2apply.net/rJwYZVF7PMGgMi1lgtkejA
#J-18808-Ljbffr