Individual Giving Officer

About the role

Fundraiser to develop pipeline, solicit and secure gifts in the mid-level range ($250-$5,000) to grow donor base for major and principal gifts. Must have demonstrated ability and 3-5 years closing philanthropic gifts. Supports the CDO and Director of Philanthropy around weekly gift report and working to identify prospects. Will have a portfolio to manage in Raiser’s Edge. This positive will make monthly calls to lybunt donors to secure and renew gifts and work to develop a pipeline of donors to be moved into major gifts. Candidates should be able to be in Northern NJ and some travel around the entire state of NJ as needed.

Responsibilities

• Works in collaboration with development team to obtain and organize detailed prospect and donor personal information and giving history.
• Daily use of CRM Raiser’s Edge.
• Raise and secure funds from donors/be able to close gifts in mid-level range. Demonstrated ability to close gifts to secure resources for the affiliate.
• Retain donors to increase retention rates.
• Maintain a portfolio of active donors.
• Weekly gift calls/follow up MOVES management to secure funds for the affiliate.
• Maintains and updates donor records to reflect accurate information and maintains security.
• Manages prospects and donors activity (mailings, phone calls, visits) in Raiser’s Edge.
• Work with Prospect Researcher to identify new prospects and those moving into upgrade.
• Demonstrate commitment to established Workplace Values: We are in This Together: We tend to the team – Investing in our own people; We respect and honor all people – Leading with empathy; We jump in – Charting a path; We try and we learn – Cultivating self-growth; We care for our business – stewarding our business; We return to our mission – championing equity & access. (see Workplace Values document received upon hire).
• Travels throughout the Affiliate’s service area as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of mission and as required to ensure delivery of consistent high quality services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required. A CFRE certification is preferred; work experience may