Major gifts fundraising leads this full time University of Manitoba role, focused on donor strategy, portfolio management, and philanthropic support.

As a Development Specialist 2, the Donor Relations Officer cultivates, solicits, and stewards individuals, corporations, and foundations. The position develops donor strategies, writes funding proposals, and supports faculty fundraising priorities. It also builds relationships with alumni, senior academic leaders, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage donor portfolios and written relationship strategies
Cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts from $25,000 to $1,000,000
Maintain 75 active prospective donors through moves management




Write persuasive proposals communicating university plans and initiatives
Develop faculty fundraising plans with the Donor Relations team

Requirements:
University undergraduate degree
Minimum five years direct fundraising experience
Major gift portfolio management experience
Experience securing philanthropic support from wide-ranging funders
Excellent communication, presentation, and public speaking skills

Apply major gifts, donor stewardship, and relationship-building expertise to advance University of Manitoba fundraising priorities.

📌 Major Gifts Donor Relations Officer Winnipeg (Canada)
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