The Division of Philanthropic Alumni Engagement (PAE) at the University of Pittsburgh is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with donors, alumni, and stakeholders to support the University's mission in education, research, and healthcare. We invite you to join our team as the Senior Associate Director, Planned Giving, Schools Centers.

Key Responsibilities:

Fundraise from current and prospective donors capable of donating $100,000 or more in outright and/or planned gifts.

Build and maintain a diverse and sustainable portfolio of donors.

Plan and implement major and planned gift fundraising activities in assigned regions.

Generate support from donors through cash gifts, testamentary bequests, charitable trusts, life-income gifts, and other complex gifts such as real estate or closely held securities.

Develop and deliver proposals and gift agreements to major and planned giving prospective donors, aligning with university goals and priorities.

Travel at least 30% of the time for donor engagements and fundraising activities.

Serve as a consultant to Schools Centers gift officers, providing strategic expertise for major and planned gifts.

Develop and deliver training to staff and volunteers on major and planned giving.

Manage projects and strategic initiatives in marketing, philanthropic education, seminars for prospective donors, stewardship strategy and events, and administration of realized estate gifts.

Actively contribute to Planned Giving work in marketing, philanthropic education for staff, seminars for prospective donors, stewardship strategy and events, and administration of realized estate gifts.

This role reports to the Managing Director, Planned Giving, Schools Centers, and is integral to PAE's Principal Giving department.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in supporting the University's mission. Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive, innovative, and dynamic team. Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement. Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about PAE and apply today.

Join us in shaping the future of education, research, and healthcare at the University of Pittsburgh

Establishes and builds relationships with current and prospective planned gift donors to increase the organization's philanthropic resources. Manages estate administration, bequests, retirement plan gifts, life income gifts, and securities. Coordinates the stewardship funnel of planned giving donors as well as the efforts across planned giving staff, offices, and external audiences to correlate University goals with prospect interest and capabilities. Responds to all donor inquiries, administers gift annuities, and serves as primary contact with the planned giving administrator.

Establishes and builds relationships with current and prospective planned gift donors to increase the organization's philanthropic resources. Manages estate administration, bequests, retirement plan gifts, life income gifts, and securities. Coordinates the stewardship funnel of planned giving donors as well as the efforts across planned giving staff, offices, and external audiences to correlate University goals with prospect interest and capabilities. Responds to all donor inquiries, administers gift annuities, and serves as primary contact with the planned giving administrator.

Possess strong analytical skills to understand complex financial documents, taxation, and legal principles in planned gift fundraising.

Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with colleagues and prospective donors.

Manage multiple responsibilities effectively, including meetings and regular travel.

Communicate persuasively in writing and orally to prospective donors and other stakeholders.

Learn internal procedures and regularly update data in Salesforce, including activity reports for donor and colleague contacts, creating reports, and managing gift documentation.

Possess advanced skills in using computers, phones, and programs like Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams.