Major Gift Officer
As one of the nation's premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. We depend on the many generous contributions of time, blood, and money from the American public to support our lifesaving services and programs. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. This mission-critical role serves as the key steward for a rich portfolio of current and prospective philanthropists in support of the American Red Cross. You will be expected to meet annual revenue targets by identifying, engaging, cultivating, and ultimately soliciting major gifts from regional donors, thereby advancing the organizational mission and creating meaningful impact in the lives of both donors and beneficiaries of that mission.
Responsibilities:
o Implement programs and activities in partnership with chapter Board members and other leadership volunteers to identify, educate, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at the $1000 level or higher o Meet or exceed minimum annual fundraising targets $350k for the current fiscal year) including renewable gifts and new incremental revenue, adjusting as necessary in the event of major domestic disasters o Design and disseminate customized solicitation strategies targeting organizational objectives and donor interests in partnership with cross-departmental teams; maintain up-to-date donor records in region/chapter database following donor contact o Develop and execute ongoing strategies for qualifying suspects and elevating them to prospect status via small cultivation events, research, and community networking; 30% of the portfolio is expected to have been sourced by the MGO o Coordinate identification and solicitation of potential planned giving prospects with the Gift Planning Officer
Qualifications:
o Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree highly preferred o Minimum of 2 years major gifts leade rship experience with an established track record of proactively growing philanthropic revenue from diverse constituencies; corporate and/or B2B sales leadership experience may substitute for fundraising experience o Significant expertise with the Golden Triangle's funding community highly desirable o Knowledge of Microsoft Office and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge or Salesforce.com) o Exemplary commitment to collaborative leadership with heavy focus on customer service and relating well with multiple constituencies
The American Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that offers employees growth and development; team spirit; a competitive salary; and a comprehensive benefits package.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, well-qualified women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Qualifications:
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsibilities:
o Implement programs and activities in partnership with chapter Board members and other leadership volunteers to identify, educate, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at the $1000 level or higher o Meet or exceed minimum annual fundraising targets $350k for the current fiscal year) including renewable gifts and new incremental revenue, adjusting as necessary in the event of major domestic disasters o Design and disseminate customized solicitation strategies targeting organizational objectives and donor interests in partnership with cross-departmental teams; maintain up-to-date donor records in region/chapter database following donor contact o Develop and execute ongoing strategies for qualifying suspects and elevating them to prospect status via small cultivation events, research, and community networking; 30% of the portfolio is expected to have been sourced by the MGO o Coordinate identification and solicitation of potential planned giving prospects with the Gift Planning Officer
Qualifications:
o Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree highly preferred o Minimum of 2 years major gifts leade rship experience with an established track record of proactively growing philanthropic revenue from diverse constituencies; corporate and/or B2B sales leadership experience may substitute for fundraising experience o Significant expertise with the Golden Triangle's funding community highly desirable o Knowledge of Microsoft Office and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser's Edge or Salesforce.com) o Exemplary commitment to collaborative leadership with heavy focus on customer service and relating well with multiple constituencies
The American Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that offers employees growth and development; team spirit; a competitive salary; and a comprehensive benefits package.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, well-qualified women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
LI-MM1
Qualifications:
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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