What are the responsibilities and job description for the Major Gifts Officer position at Humane Society Of Summit County?
Company Overview:
Serving our community since 1968, the Humane Society of Summit County is a dynamic, prominent, local nonprofit organization dedicated to serving our community by caring and advocating for vulnerable animals and enriching the lives of pets and people. We are the only animal welfare agency in Summit County committed to rescuing, healing, and adopting sick and injured strays, as well as abused and abandoned animals. Additionally, we are the primary resource for humane enforcement, education, and pet retention. We are now proudly located at our new, purpose-built facility in Cuyahoga Falls.
Job Title: Major Gifts Officer
Job Description:
The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to cultivate and solicit major donors in support of the organization’s mission and fundraising goals. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and corporations to secure significant financial contributions, ensuring the financial success of the organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with major donors to solicit significant gifts in support of the organization.
- Develop and implement strategies for donor acquisition, retention, and upgrade to maximize donor engagement and contribution levels.
- Collaborate with the fundraising team to create personalized solicitation plans and proposals for major donors.
- Conduct prospect research to identify new potential major donors and opportunities for donor outreach.
- Manage a portfolio of major donors, providing personalized stewardship and engagement to cultivate long-term relationships.
- Coordinate with senior leadership and board members to leverage their relationships for major donor engagement.
- Track and report on major gifts revenue, donor interactions, and progress towards fundraising goals.
- Stay updated on industry best practices, trends, and opportunities in major gifts fundraising.
- Represent the organization at events, meetings, and networking opportunities to build the organization's profile within the philanthropic community.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.