Major Gifts Officer (Oakland, CA)

The Opportunity

As a Major Gifts Officer, you will play a central role in shaping and advancing PPMM’s major gift program for both our 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations within your assigned region. You will manage and grow relationships with donors capable of giving $10,000-$100,000+, serving as a strategic partner, storyteller, and steward.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift donors and prospects.
• Develop and execute regional fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals and best practices in moves management.
• Build and manage a portfolio of major donors with care, intention, and long-term vision.
• Create individualized engagement and solicitation strategies that connect donor values to organizational priorities.
• Represent PPMM to influential donors, community leaders, and public audiences as a senior fundraiser.
• Partner with leadership and volunteers on meaningful donor engagement opportunities and solicitations.
• Ensure exceptional stewardship, including timely acknowledgment, impact reporting, and recognition.
• Track donor activity and progress using fundraising software and contribute to thoughtful goal-setting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Plan donor meetings and cultivation events with support from the Development Team.

What Makes This Role Distinct

• You will steward both C3 and C4 philanthropy, expanding your skill set and strategic exposure.
• You’ll have real ownership over a donor portfolio—not just tasks.
• You’ll work in a mission-driven environment where fundraising is deeply respected.
• You’ll help shape the future of reproductive healthcare access in our communities.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Fundraising experience, including success in individual and/or major gifts
• Strong relationship-building skills with donors, volunteers, and community partners
• Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking abilities
• Knowledge of professional fundraising practices and donor engagement strategies
• Comfort managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Familiarity with fundraising databases and CRM systems

PREFERRED

• Experience recruiting or managing fundraising volunteers
• Background in complex or mission-driven organizations
• Creativity, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit