Philanthropic Officer Community Engagement

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coordinates 400+ volunteers and 100+ groups for the Center annually, scheduling group visits and managing volunteer assignments though Bloomerang Volunteer software.
• Works closely with Center staff to fulfill needs of departments requiring volunteer assistance.
• Supports major gift program by providing prospect research, solicitation, and stewardship as guided by senior fundraising staff.
• Stewards new donors as indicated in advancement annual plan.
• Oversees, solicits and coordinates implementation of the Sponsored Meal Program.
• Manages the annual Gift-a-Vet Holiday gift-giving program.
• Affords assistance with coordination of the Merrimack Valley Food Pantry.
• Schedules related internal and external events throughout the year.
• Works closely with Advancement team in the coordination and implementation of annual fundraising events, solicits financial and in-kind support for the Center for programs including Sponsored Meal Program, Annual Fund, Gift a Vet program and events throughout the year.
• Lead volunteer coordination, donor relations, community engagement, and regional social media management efforts across multiple organizational facilities and assigned service areas, including Boston and Merrimack Valley operations; develop and maintain local partnerships; create and execute region-specific social media content and engagement strategies; coordinate day-to-day volunteer engagement and community operations; expand volunteer opportunities; increase regional philanthropic support; and strengthen community awareness, visibility, and participation through digital and in-person outreach.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in related area, required. Experience working with high level donors, prospects and volunteers, strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge or a similar fundraising database, preferred.
• This position requires an overall understanding of development principles and practices, and experience working with volunteer groups.
• High levels of professionalism, collegiality, self-motivation, organization and familiarity with and commitment to the goals and objectives of the New England Center and Home for Veterans.
• Requires the ability to work some nights and weekends, and to travel occasionally, including one day per week to NECHV’s Haverhill location.

Skills And Essential Functions

• Exemplary project management and planning skills.
• Strong organizational skills, evidenced by the ability to set priorities and manage a variety of projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to set and achieve goals; and to understand the NECHV mission and effectively communicate it to the public.
• Ability to work effectively in a large, complex, dynamic and sophisticated organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally across constituencies, including donors, prospects, advancement colleagues, board members and other constituents.
• Ability to think several steps ahead in the process while juggling multiple deadlines simultaneously and prioritizing to reach desired outcomes.
• A commitment to sustained, high-quality results that engenders confidence with and outside the team.
• Ability to innovate, think strategically and conceptually, and professionally handle difficult situations.
• Must be respectful, confidential, honest and trustworthy.
• Must have an even disposition and be able to deal effectively and politely with people from varied backgrounds.
• Must be highly organized, detail-oriented and efficient.
• Must maintain a professional and tactful demeanor and have a strong and tenacious work ethic.