Position Objective
The Giving Officer will develop and implement a comprehensive major gift portfolio. The Officer will manage an active portfolio of prospects and secure major gifts of $10,000 and up. This position will develop and implement strategies for the identification, cultivation and stewardship of major gift donors and potential donors. This position will focus mainly on fundraising for hospice, palliative care and the LifeCare Institute. Duties include recruiting and managing high-level volunteers within regional campaign committees and organizing cultivation and stewardship events. In collaboration with other gift officers, this promotes support for the Annual Fund and Planned Giving programs, as well as for capital or special project support, and specialized fundraising campaigns. Duties may be deleted and additional duties may be assigned at the supervisor's discretion.
Professional/Technical Competencies
1. Fundraising Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising terms and strategies as it pertains to donors, staff, vendors and volunteers. Particular expertise in the area of major gift strategies and techniques.
2. Marketing
Knowledge of marketing principles and strategies as they relate to fundraising and major gift procurement.
3. Ethical Practices
Demonstrated ability to adhere to regulations and policies pertaining to donors, and maintaining a high level of moral and ethical standards with regard to donor rights, etc.
Essential Functions
Knowledge/Experience
Required Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in related field
Required Minimum Experience: 3 to 5 years progressive fundraising experience.
Required License / Certifications: None
Experience in prospect research/identification and proposal writing preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Positive attitude and team-oriented.
Personal computer skills and experience with contact management and Excel databases required. Raiser's Edge experience preferred.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work.
There is reasonable expectation that employees in this position will not be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.