Major Gifts Officer

The Major Gifts Officer for New England will play a pivotal role in advancing the chapter’s mission by fostering relationships with donors, creating, and executing strategies for donor engagement, and supporting growth and development. This position requires a results-driven professional who can manage multiple responsibilities, effectively utilize CRM tools, and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve fundraising goals.

JOB RESONSIBILITIES:

Support New England team with implementation of expansion strategies for achieving chapter’s objectives and fundraising goals
Steward existing donors for retention and growth through personalized outreach, meetings, and tailored engagement opportunities
Identify, cultivate and solicit donors, with a focus on new communities and foundations
Work closely with Executive Director to develop emerging and untapped markets, including lay lead committees for key groups
Assist with planning and execution of a diverse range of events across New England
Occasional evening/weekend programming

POSITION QUALIFICATAIONS:
5+ years of demonstrated success in fundraising, stewardship and event planning/coordination
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, related field
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment
Commitment to integrity, ethics, and discretion
High-level proficiency with fundraising software, CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Raiser’s Edge a plus
Familiarity with the New England community preferred