Advisor - Philanthropic (Planned Giving Officer)

About the role

Join the mission of ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as a Philanthropic Advisor, where your strategic relationship-building skills will help secure the future of lifesaving research and care. This role focuses on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of planned giving donors and prospects across a designated region. At ALSAC you do more than make a living; you make a difference. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and a desire to make an impact, and we develop and celebrate our employees.

Responsibilities

• Donor Strategy & Portfolio Management
  • Manage a portfolio of 500–1000 planned giving donors and prospects, including interim support for staff vacancies.
  • Develop personalized engagement and fundraising strategies to align with donor values and philanthropic goals.
  • Conduct in-person donor cultivation, including visits, events, and strategic outreach.
  • Plan and host at least two Donor Appreciation Luncheons annually.
• Planned Giving & Gift Development
  • Identify and qualify new donors to grow the planned giving and outright gift pipeline.
  • Promote giving vehicles such as bequests, charitable gift annuities, and charitable trusts.
  • Collaborate with estate attorneys and financial advisors to fulfill donor intentions.
  • Confirm new members of the Danny Thomas – St. Jude Society through timely and strategic follow-up.
• Collaboration & Leadership
  • Serve as the planned giving lead within your assigned area.
  • Partner with internal teams to facilitate gifts and enhance high-value volunteer opportunities.
  • Represent ALSAC/St. Jude at donor events, community engagements, and national conferences.
  • Identify and lead initiatives that support ALSAC’s strategic fundraising goals.
• Communication & Mission Alignment
  • Communicate clearly and persuasively with donors and internal stakeholders.
  • Stay informed on industry trends, tax considerations, and St. Jude’s mission and programs.
  • Maintain cultural competency to engage donors of all backgrounds meaningfully.

Requirements

• 5+ years in fundraising, planned giving, or major gifts.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation and relationship management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel 50–70% of the time, including evenings and weekends; additional travel for conferences (10–25%).
• Experience with bequest and major gift fundraising.
• Strategic thinker and collaborative team player.
• Familiarity with planned giving tools and CRM systems.
• A valid driver’s license is required for this role.

Benefits

The following benefits apply to full-time roles only.

• Core Medical Coverage: low-cost, low-deductible medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% employer contribution.
• Exceptional paid time off.
• Maternity/Paternity leave.
• Infertility treatment program.
• Adoption assistance.
• Education assistance.
• Enterprise learning and development.