Major Gifts Associate

Develop, implement and assess coordinated and/or comprehensive strategic plans to reach program goals and develop gift opportunities related to University needs. Partner with other senior development personnel to establish policies and implement strategies to enhance gift results, manage staff, and interact with volunteers and various university constituencies.

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The Development department within External Relations at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business seeks a Major Gifts Associate. The Major Gifts team is a group of dedicated front-line fundraisers and associates tasked with securing significant financial resources for the school. In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders across the GSB and Stanford University to help cultivate and maintain excellent relationships with key donors and alumni.

You will provide administrative support to several major gift officers and be responsible for a range of assignments from research and meeting preparation to key systems management.

The Major Gifts Associate role is an excellent entry point into Stanford and the fundraising field. You will be a core member of a high-performing team with potential opportunities for advancement within the broader External Relations unit over time. A successful Major Gifts Associate is enthusiastic about Stanford GSB’s mission, has a strong belief in the importance of philanthropy, and is able to take ownership of new projects and challenges that will be critical to the team’s success.