Major Gifts Officer-Ft. Lee, NJ

Job Description

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Title : Major Gifts Officer

Location : On Site, Ft. Lee, NJ in office (This is not a remote, virtual, nor hybrid role)

Competitive Salary and Comprehensive Benefits Package

The Players Alliance, a national nonprofit organization with headquarters in Ft. Lee, NJ has a brand-new exciting opportunity for a talented and innovative Major Gifts Officer . Experience and expertise closing on $500,000- $1M+ in revenue annually, through individual giving, corporate sponsorships, annual fundraising campaigns, and major gifts. Understanding of New York City philanthropy and its fundraising community; excitement around attending in-person meetings in New York City and other areas.

TPA is looking for a seasoned and established metro NYC or Northern NJ based fundraiser with a verifiable and demonstrated record of success. The Major Gifts Officer is a fundraising role leading efforts to secure the resources that sustain and expand the organization's reach. Your mission will be to develop and execute a multi-year revenue strategy, growing our current annual revenue with a blend of traditional fundraising and creative and non-traditional and innovative entrepreneurial opportunities. This position requires a strategic mind, a passion for relationship-building, and a deep commitment to equity in youth sports programming. From fostering relationships with major donors to orchestrating impactful events, your work will directly fuel our ability to make a difference in families and communities nationwide.

You will have :

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience :

Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Minimum of 8-10 years of measured, proven, and demonstrable fundraising experience and success in effectively managing others

Experience and expertise closing on 5, 6, and 7 level gifts in revenue, through individual giving, corporate sponsorships, annual fundraising campaigns, or major gifts.

Advanced Proficiency in Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or comparable software

CRM tools and the ability to run reports and synthesize information

Professional Maturity, Accountability, and the Demonstrated ability with project management tasks and ability to change gears as needed.

Ability to close virtual and face-to-face sales and sponsorships.

Ability to think strategically and critically with proven ability to manage multiple projects with varying priorities at one time.

Demonstrated professional and mature communication and interaction with staff, volunteers, sponsors, donors, and others to engage them toward the achievement of revenue goals.

Excellent written and oral communication and follow-up skills.

Effective presentation and engagement skills to cultivate a wide range of donors including.

Key Competencies :