Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Mount Holyoke College
Job overview
The Assistant Director of Gift Planning at Mount Holyoke College is a frontline fundraiser managing a portfolio of donors to secure significant philanthropic gifts, contributing to the college's comprehensive campaign.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing about 120 donor relationships, conducting over 100 donor interactions annually including solicitations, collaborating with development teams, providing expertise on planned giving, preparing gift proposals, overseeing stewardship events, maintaining donor records, supporting marketing efforts, and contributing to team culture and professional development.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $88,794 to $105,021 annually, with pay commensurate with experience; benefits include remote work flexibility and standard college employment benefits, though specifics are not detailed.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 4 years in fundraising, financial planning, law, or related fields, proven success with large gifts, strong communication skills, discretion, and commitment to equity; preferred qualifications include 5+ years in gift planning, familiarity with charitable planning tools, and experience with fundraising CRMs and proposal software.
Career development
The position encourages ongoing professional development in charitable planning, fundraising ethics, and equitable philanthropy practices, supporting growth within the development team.
Work environment and culture
The college promotes a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment with a team culture focused on collaboration, transparency, and data-informed decision-making.
Company information
Mount Holyoke College is a higher education institution committed to inclusive philanthropy and comprehensive campaign fundraising efforts.
Team overview
The Assistant Director reports to the Director of Gift Planning and works collaboratively with the Development Team, including annual giving, leadership gifts, principal gifts, and donor relations colleagues.
Job location and travel
The position is hybrid with remote work flexibility determined by the Director of Gift Planning and requires 35-50% domestic travel.
Application process
Applicants must apply online with a cover letter and resume or CV; faculty positions require additional statements on mentoring, teaching, and research.
Unique job features
The role involves managing complex gift planning including six- and seven-figure life income gifts, estate gifts, and complex outright gifts, using specialized software like PG Calc and TIAA Kaspick, and includes travel and event planning responsibilities.
Company overview
Mount Holyoke College is a prestigious liberal arts women's college located in South Hadley, Massachusetts. Founded in 1837, it is the oldest institution within the Seven Sisters consortium, known for its rigorous academic programs and commitment to women's education. The college offers a diverse range of undergraduate programs and generates revenue through tuition, grants, and donations. Notable for its strong alumni network and emphasis on leadership, Mount Holyoke has a rich history of fostering academic excellence and social activism.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in managing donor portfolios, particularly showcasing skills in cultivating and soliciting major gifts, including six- and seven-figure commitments, to align with Mount Holyoke College’s focus on impactful philanthropic relationships.
Highlight your technical expertise with planned giving vehicles and familiarity with tools like PG Calc, TIAA Kaspick, and fundraising CRMs such as Salesforce, demonstrating your ability to prepare customized proposals and manage complex gift planning.
Apply through multiple platforms including Mount Holyoke College’s official career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect with current employees in the Development or Gift Planning divisions at Mount Holyoke College on LinkedIn. Use ice breakers like commenting on recent fundraising campaigns, asking about their experience with the comprehensive campaign, or expressing admiration for the college’s commitment to inclusive donor engagement.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'planned giving,' 'donor cultivation,' 'gift planning vehicles,' 'philanthropic commitments,' 'Salesforce,' and 'fundraising CRM' to increase the chances of passing automated screenings.
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