Major Gifts Officer

Major Gifts Officer

Department : Development

Reports to : Development Director

Classification : Exempt

Work Hours : FT, on average 35 hours a week

ABOUT OMEGA

Omega Institute is a nonprofit, donor-supported, educational organization at the forefront of holistic studies. For almost 50 years, Omega has been an incubator for new ideas in health and wellness, spiritual and personal growth, artistic creativity, and cultural change. Since our founding in 1977, we have become one of the most trusted destinations for lifelong learning in the world. People come to Omega for reasons big and small-to spark creativity, explore spirituality, improve well-being, and be part of a growing global community of lifelong learners, seekers, creators, thinkers, and doers. From the beginning, we have taken an integrated approach to personal and social change, believing that we are interconnected and responsible for each other and the earth we share. Every year, tens of thousands of people attend our innovative educational workshops, training opportunities, conferences, and retreats on our Hudson Valley campus and online. Throughout our history, Omega has responded by adapting to changing educational trends, participant needs, and cultural contexts. As we look forward to our next chapter, we are searching for a dynamic team member to help ensure our work continues to evolve in response to our rapidly changing world.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

In anticipation of a major comprehensive campaign associated with Omega's 50th anniversary in 2027, Omega is seeking a Major Gift Officer to serve as a key member of the Development department to galvanize substantial philanthropic support over a multi-year effort. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Major Gift Officer advances Omega's mission through the engagement and solicitation of high-net-worth individual (HNWI) donors and prospects. Specifically, this includes managing and coordinating the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of gifts and grants from Omega's committed and most financially able constituents, friends, and aligned organizations to significantly increase philanthropic revenue in support of Omega's ambitious goals for operational, programmatic, and capital purposes.

These solicitations will typically include major and principal gifts ranging from $5,000 (and higher as appropriate). The Major Gift Officer may also be asked to assume responsibilities for managing specific projects and responsibilities as needed.

A successful candidate will be a seasoned fundraising professional with a demonstrated track record of managing a portfolio and closing significant philanthropic gifts from individuals, families, and family foundations, including working in close partnership with the President & CEO, other executive and senior leaders, and volunteers. Additionally, a successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of and commitment to holistic education or a relevant adjacent field.

Essential Functions

As a member of the Development Department, the Gift Officer will solicit donors for philanthropic support, grow Omega's relationships with HNWIs and family offices, and oversee its successful Stewardship Council, a dedicated circle of leaders who make annual financial contributions of $5,000 or more and who offer significant volunteer expertise and guidance to support core initiatives, programs, and the campus. The Gift Officer will work to ensure a positive donor experience, including meaningful cultivation activities that are consistent with the Omega mission and experience and ensuring positive and engaging donor stewardship.

The Gift Officer will :

• Enthusiastically initiate, develop and manage a portfolio of prospects (expected to be 175 - 200 and may include both individual and organizational prospects)
• Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle :

Develop, recommend, and implement personalized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for a select group of prospects and donors; consult with Development colleagues, Omega Leadership, and Board and other volunteers on them as appropriate

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. (or N / A)

Work Details

Assignments involve work of a confidential or complex nature, requiring considerable discretion, judgment, tact and diplomacy.

Physical Requirements

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to perform routine office tasks, including accessing filing cabinets and organizing documents, and positioning self to perform diverse job tasks, as necessary.

Required Education & Experience

Physical Requirements

Meaningful & Mission-Driven Community

When you join Omega's Core Staff, you become part of a globally recognized nonprofit dedicated to personal growth, social change, and sustainability. Together, we cultivate a collaborative work environment that fosters lifelong learning and spiritual exploration, while nurturing an inclusive community of belonging.

Compensation & Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

April-October (campus open for guest season) : Hybrid work schedule

Education & Experience

Planned giving experience will be highly valued

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Omega complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable New York State or local laws. Consistent with those requirements, Omega will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability if such accommodation would allow the individual to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Omega Institute for Holistic Studies, Inc. ("Omega") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, New York State, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. As a community of learners, we are committed to putting our organizational aspirations into practice, as outlined in our Justice Equity Diversity Inclusion (JEDI) Statement.

Omega strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of actual or perceived race; color; creed; age; religion; national origin; citizenship status; sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions); gender (including gender identity); sexual orientation; disability; marital status; partnership status; familial status; status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses; genetic predisposition; veteran's status; military status; or any other basis protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. All Omega employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

A cover letter is required, applications without a cover letter will not be considered :

After carefully reviewing the requirements below, qualified individuals are invited to apply. A resume and well-crafted cover letter should be attached that serves as an introduction and includes the following :

No phone calls please