Development Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1952, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area.

The organization is currently seeking a Development Officer to play a critical role in advancing its mission by building and managing relationships with donors capable of making major gifts ($5,000-$10,000+). This position focuses on identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of donors and prospects, with the goal of securing increased support for the Mission's programs and priorities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a portfolio of 125–200 major gift donors and prospects.
• Cultivate strong, mission-centered relationships through personalized engagement, visits, calls, and written communications.
• Conduct discovery to identify and qualify new prospects for the major gift pipeline.
• Collaborate with Development leadership to design customized donor strategies and proposals.
• Make 10–15 meaningful donor contacts per month and participate in at least 25–35 solicitations annually.
• Partner with program staff to connect donors to impact through stories, tours, and mission experiences.
• Ensure timely stewardship through thank-you calls, reports, and donor recognition opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and progress in CRM system.

Due to the interface with clients, all jobs at Light of Life require employees to :

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATIONS

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL FACTORS

Light of Life Ministries Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

Medical, Dental, Vision and other valuable benefits, which begin the first of the month following employment. Light of Life also offers a retirement plan with match program after 6 months of employment.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume.