Philanthropy Officer

🇺🇸 Chapel Hill, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $65K - $103K 💻 Development & Advancement 🗓️ January 21st, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is hiring a Philanthropy Officer. The role involves supporting the Chief Development Officer by developing and executing a strategic solicitation plan, cultivating relationships with prospective donors to secure major gifts, and managing a portfolio of alumni, faculty, staff, and supporters to advance fundraising goals for The Graduate School.

Highlights

Develop and execute leadership annual and major gift fundraising strategies.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, including conducting at least 150 face-to-face visits annually.
Manage a portfolio of alumni, faculty, staff, and supporters of graduate education.
Collaborate with University Development Office and other teams to support university fundraising initiatives.
Partner with Chief Development Officer to align fundraising strategies with The Graduate School's mission and capital campaign.
Required bachelor’s degree with at least 1 year of professional fundraising or direct solicitation experience.
Skills in interpersonal communication, organization, and proficiency with computer databases and word processing software.
Ability to travel and work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
Preferred experience in a comprehensive research university setting and knowledge of university functions.
Hiring range is $65,000 to $103,000 annually for this full-time permanent position.