What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gift Officer Principal Director position at University of Connecticut Foundation Inc?
The University of Connecticut Foundation Inc is poised to continue its meteoric rise as New England's top public University guided by a new strategic plan. To meet the strategic objectives of the University, we are embarking on a historic campaign to support the University's trajectory. With students at the forefront, the campaign will also elevate faculty, groundbreaking research, sustainability, and a thriving community on campus that fuels the state. We seek dedicated professionals to drive success and excellence and exemplify our values of integrity, empathy, kindness, accountability, collaboration, transparency, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Director of Principal Gifts is a front-line fundraiser position responsible for managing a comprehensive principal gift portfolio for Fairfield and surrounding areas. This role requires building productive relationships with a broad range of constituencies, including donors, campaign volunteers, and University leaders. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record of fundraising success, excellent interpersonal skills, tact, and diplomacy, as well as the ability to communicate effectively and positively represent the University and Foundation. In addition to meeting the strategic objectives of the University, this role will contribute to the overall productivity and efficiency of the Division/Department's development staff, by meeting or exceeding goals in a metrics-driven environment. We are looking for a talented individual who can model and articulate the Foundation's organizational core values at all times.
