Major Gift Officer, College of Engineering

🇺🇸 Villanova, PA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $82K - $103K

💻 Communications

🗓️ October 2nd, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Villanova University is hiring a Major Gift Officer for the College of Engineering. This role involves establishing and managing relationships with major donor prospects and existing donors, planning and executing major gift strategies, conducting regular prospect visits, and collaborating with college administration to support the College's development goals.

Highlights

Manage a portfolio of at least 125 major gift prospects, including individuals and affiliated corporations/foundations.
Plan and implement major gift cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to advance College priorities.
Conduct approximately 12 prospect visits per month to engage and solicit potential donors.
Collaborate with College of Engineering administration and faculty to understand priorities and engage stakeholders.
Assist with development activities including Annual Fund and Planned Giving coordination.
Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, 2-4 years of fundraising or business development experience, and proven major gift fundraising success.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.
Position requires travel and availability for evening and weekend work.
Salary range is $82,400 to $103,000, depending on qualifications and department budget.
Position classification is exempt, within salaried grade 17 in the University Advancement department.