Philanthropy Officer
About the role
The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will report to the executive director, and will be responsible for procuring major gifts for both current and future gifts for the foundations department for the Providence Southwest Service Area. This individual will be responsible for special initiatives that contribute to strategic development of the region's long-term plan and campaign activities. The primary focus of this position is external, as a field officer, involving the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors through current gifts and multi-year pledge commitments.
Responsibilities
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors for major gifts and multi-year pledge commitments.
- Develop and implement strategies to secure major gifts and multi-year pledges.
- Collaborate with other departments to align fundraising efforts with overall strategic goals.
- Manage donor relationships to ensure ongoing engagement and satisfaction.
- Prepare and present proposals and reports to donors and decision-makers.
- Oversee special initiatives that contribute to the strategic development of the region's long-term plan and campaign activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Philanthropy, Not For Profit Management, or related field.
- 3 years experience in a sales or development office with proven results in securing sales or gifts in the $10,000 and above range.
Preferred Qualifications
- Upon hire: Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
- Experience with an emphasis on major gift cultivation and solicitation.
Benefits
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more.
Pay
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day
Career Track
Leadership
Department
3030 FOUNDATION PROGRAM WA SPH 1