Director of Individual Giving

Summary Description

Sheltering Arms seeks a dynamic, relationship-driven Director of Individual Giving to lead and expand a comprehensive individual philanthropy program. This is a highly visible fundraising leadership position responsible for securing significant philanthropic investments from individuals, growing a robust major gifts pipeline, strengthening donor engagement, and building a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.

The Director of Individual Giving will serve as the organization's lead fundraiser for individual giving, managing a portfolio of major donors and prospects while creating pathways for donors to deepen their engagement and investment in our mission. While this position mainly focuses on individual giving, the ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of corporate and foundation fundraising. This position will play a critical role in helping Sheltering Arms achieve ambitious fundraising goals and ensure long-term financial sustainability.

The ideal candidate is a skilled relationship builder who is energized by connecting donor passions with meaningful opportunities to create lasting impact for children and families.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible fundraising experience, including major gifts and donor relationship management.
• Demonstrated success in securing five-and six-figure philanthropic gifts.
• Prominent experience managing donor portfolios and fundraising pipelines.
• Strong strategic thinking and donor-centered fundraising skills.
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Preferred

• Experience in nonprofit, education, child and family services, or human services organizations.
• Knowledge of planned giving and legacy fundraising strategies.
• Experience working with nonprofit boards and volunteer leadership.
• Familiarity with Raiser's Edge NXT, or similar donor management systems.
• Certified Fund Raising Executive credential Certificate and License Requirements:
• Possess a valid Georgia Driver’s License with current driving insurance, no record of driver-caused accidents, and no traffic violations within the last 3 years.
• Willingness and ability to work nights and weekends as fundraising events and meetings require.
• Willingness to step in and assist the fundraising team as needed.
• Local metro Atlanta travel involving donor visits and events.