Philanthropy Officer (Full-Time, Corporate Fundraising)

Are you a natural at building connections and fostering relationships? Philanthropy is vital to the conservation efforts of zoos and aquariums, ensuring financial stability, fostering innovation, supporting education, and amplifying global impact.

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens seeks a dedicated Corporate Philanthropy Officer to drive our philanthropic initiatives through Corporate Sponsorships, Corporate Memberships, and Capital Campaigns such as .

Seize exciting opportunities like naming rights for Manatee River and sponsoring signature events such as Spooktacular. Leverage your in-depth knowledge of our audience in this pivotal role, cultivating community and corporate partnerships, coordinating stakeholders to fulfill contracts, and securing essential donations.

You are a subject matter expert and versatile leader to cultivate relationships, negotiate, and inspire philanthropic activity, particularly with donors providing gifts ranging from four- to six figures.

You should have a proven track record of two years of managing relationships and building trust with various stakeholders to handle four- and five-figure portfolios in corporate fundraising, sales, business development, or a related field.

Proficiency with computers Microsoft Office 360, CRM software, and Adobe programs are essential for managing donor information and enhancing engagement.

It's second nature for you to maintain strong organizational and project management skills, the ability to engage diverse groups, and experience in designing donor-aligned giving programs.

Adaptability, compelling marketing content creation, and a goal-oriented approach to fundraising are crucial for success in this role.

You can make a lasting impression to lead, inspire, and shape the future of conservation and help us meet our mission of Connecting our community to wildlife and wild places.

Experience Required

Do you have Bachelor’s degree and / or commensurate experience?Two (2) years’ experience executing strategies, analyzing data, and reporting on performance?

Four (4) years’ experience corporate fundraising, sales, business development, or a related field?Four (4) years’ experience managing a portfolio of four- and five-figures?

Over five (5) years’ experience to plan, organize, and execute successful events? Proficient knowledge of fundraising methodologies, techniques, and best practices, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, and events?

Demonstrated experience with designing and implementing giving programs that align with donor interests and organizational needs?

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT : Ability to access and navigate each department at the organization on foot or by motorized cart, including any construction sites, to facilitate tours, greet visitors, and escort visitors.

Visual and auditory acuity appropriate for safety and discerning differences in documents.Exceptional visual acuity is required, along with the ability to communicate, comprehend, and decipher / hear information accurately, using a two-way radio.

Auditory ability for verbal communication / conversation / responses via telephone, telephone systems, two-way radio, and face-to-face interactions.

Ability to work outdoors and indoors under all environmental conditions and temperatures.Ability to sit / stand for prolonged periods of time.

Ability to transport and move items occasionally up to 20 pounds for short distances without difficulty.Visual and auditory acuity appropriate for safety and discern differences in documents.

Exceptional visual acuity is required, along with the ability to communicate, comprehend and decipher / hear information accurately, using a two-way radio.

Inclusion, diversity, and equity as a valueJacksonville Zoo and Gardens embraces diversity in a meaningful way and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of a person's actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, place of birth, sex, age, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, weight, or height.

EOE / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Salary

Salaried. Compensation depends on experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities between $57k- $62k.