Position : Donor Relations Officer - Major Gifts
Classification : Full-time, Exempt
Reports to : Director, Donor Relations
Location : Houston, TX
Benefits : Robust benefits package, Generous PTO, Matching Retirement
Position Description :
The Donor Relations Officer is responsible for the development and implementation of strategies related to the identification, qualification, engagement, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of major gift level donors.
The Donor Relations Officer will manage a portfolio of 100-150 donors and prospects, including individuals, foundations and corporations, with an emphasis on securing major gifts from individual donors.
The Donor Relations Officer is also responsible for meeting annual revenue targets and will work directly with the Director, Donor Relations to execute and achieve comprehensive major gift strategies that meet established financial goals.
Required Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Three (3) years’ experience in fundraising.
- Knowledge of general office equipment and software, including use of personal computers, smart phones, printers, and Microsoft Office Suite software (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with constituent relationship management (CRM) database.
Work Conditions :
- Environment : Hybrid - Office, Community
- Range of Schedule : Mon - Fri, 7 : 00 am to 8 : 00 pm, Occasional nights or weekends.
- Travel : Frequent, Local (Must have reliable transportation, valid Texas Driver License and Auto Insurance)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
- Knowledge of Fundraising practices.
- Persuasive, clear, and strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to stay organized while executing multiple projects.
- Ability to network effectively and cooperatively with diverse populations.
- Ability to perform effectively in public speaking and presenting to groups.
- Proven ability to build relationships with supporters that result in financial support.
- Ability to carry out duties in a manner that promotes good teamwork between all departmental and agency staff and supports the agency and development philosophy, policies, and procedures.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Goal oriented.
DePelchin is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Workplace.
DePelchin is committed to selecting and employing the best and most qualified person available for each job opening without unlawful discrimination of any kind.
Additionally, DePelchin is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.
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