Demo

Major Gift Officer

Family and Children s Agency Inc
Norwalk, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) is a nonprofit human service organization that is committed to increasing the social and emotional well-being of our clients – people throughout Fairfield County. Our Agency builds better lives by offering more than 30 programs that meet needs across all ages, delivering services to more than 13,000 people each year. Our clients reside primarily in Norwalk, Wilton, Darien, Westport, Weston, New Canaan, Stamford, and Greenwich. Our Home Care and Foster Care programs provide assistance to residents throughout Fairfield County, and the Adoption program is both nationwide and international.

Our Mission is to partner with individuals, families, organizations and communities to build better lives.

Employees enjoy a wide array of benefits that make up our competitive compensation package. Part-time employees are invited to participate in our benefit offerings once they meet the minimum hour threshold. Once eligible, we are proud to offer generous employer contributions to our medical plans, employer paid Life & LTD policies, FSA, Dependent Care and our 401K with a match. All employees are invited to participate in our employee discounts to multiple organizations along with our EAP program, employee appreciation events along with wellness incentives and challenges! FCA is a public service loan forgiveness approved employer!

Position Summary :

The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will develop and strengthen relationships with donors capable of supporting Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) with gifts of $2,500 or more. This position works closely with the Chief Development Officer (CDO) to achieve FCA’s fundraising goals.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Donor Cultivation & Stewardship : Identify and build relationships with donors capable of making significant gifts. Develop strategies for engagement, retention, and increased support.
  • Major Gifts Solicitation : Lead solicitation efforts for a targeted group of 100-150 supporters through face-to-face meetings, presentations, and leveraging FCA events.
  • Donor Recognition & Engagement : Ensure timely acknowledgment and recognition for major gifts, enhancing donor engagement.
  • Collaboration & Communication : Work with the team to set fundraising strategies, track progress, and communicate with stakeholders.
  • Data Management & Reporting : Maintain accurate donor records and generate reports to inform decision-making.

Qualifications :

  • Education : Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Experience : 3 years of fundraising or related experience, with proven success in major gifts solicitation.
  • Skills : Strong communication, relationship-building, and strategic thinking skills. Proficiency in Raiser's Edge is preferred.
  • If you are interested in learning more about how you can join our talented group of diverse employees, please visit our website to view this job posting and apply. To learn more, visit our website and check out our opportunities!

    hiring #wellness #opportunities #topworkplaces  #diversityequityandinclusion

    If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
    Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

    What is the career path for a Major Gift Officer?

    Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Major Gift Officer career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
    Income Estimation: 
    $69,233 - $85,039
    Income Estimation: 
    $92,512 - $111,537
    Income Estimation: 
    $82,960 - $101,869
    Income Estimation: 
    $78,886 - $106,122
    Income Estimation: 
    $66,096 - $95,856
    Income Estimation: 
    $92,512 - $111,537
    Income Estimation: 
    $82,960 - $101,869
    Income Estimation: 
    $78,886 - $106,122
    Income Estimation: 
    $47,272 - $56,915
    Income Estimation: 
    $69,233 - $85,039
    Income Estimation: 
    $66,096 - $95,856
    Income Estimation: 
    $59,154 - $76,681
    Income Estimation: 
    $78,886 - $106,122
    Income Estimation: 
    $109,795 - $151,940
    Income Estimation: 
    $82,960 - $101,869
    View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

    Job openings at Family and Children s Agency Inc

    Family and Children s Agency Inc
    Hired Organization Address Norwalk, CT Full Time
    Job Description Job Description Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) is a nonprofit human service organization that is commi...
    Family and Children s Agency Inc
    Hired Organization Address Norwalk, CT Full Time
    Job Description Job Description We are looking for individuals in the Behavioral Health Field in need of their internshi...
    Family and Children s Agency Inc
    Hired Organization Address Norwalk, CT Full Time
    Job Description Job Description Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) is a nonprofit human service organization that is commi...
    Family and Children s Agency Inc
    Hired Organization Address Branford, CT Full Time
    Family & Children’s Agency (FCA) is a nonprofit human service organization that is committed to increasing the social an...

    Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Major Gift Officer jobs in the Norwalk, CT area that may be a better fit.

    Office & Facilities Administrator (Stamford, CT)

    Major League Soccer, Stamford, CT

    Senior Director, Media Operations

    Major League Soccer, Stamford, CT

    AI Assistant is available now!

    Feel free to start your new journey!