Major Gifts Officer Syracuse, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1120+East+Genesee+St+Syracuse+NY+USA+13210) DevelopmentJob TypeFull-timeDescriptionMajor Gifts OfficerBuffalo, Rochester, or SyracusePlanned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY) protects and provides health care and education that empowers individuals and families. With respect. Without judgment. No matter what.Diversity and inclusion are core values and PPCWNY strives to develop staff into leaders for a diverse and global workplace. In support of Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York’s (PPCWNY) mission, the Major Gifts Officer is primarily responsible for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of philanthropic gifts for PPCWNY. The Major Gifts Officer reports to the Vice President for Development and works with the Grants and Development Teams.TheMajor Gifts Officerwill manage a portfolio of approximately 125 donors and prospects, create fundraising strategies for those prospects, develop relationships with donors, solicit individual gifts of $5,000 or more, and steward donors. The Major Gifts Officer is expected to work collaboratively and constantly seek ways to increase effectiveness and efficiency. Success in this position will be evaluated through predetermined metrics including the number of visits completed, number of solicitations made, participation rate of prospects engaged and the ability to move a prospect through the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship stages in a timely manner.Essential Functions
Manages a portfolio of 125 prospects, which includes individuals, families, family foundations, and private foundations with the capacity to give $2,500 or more
Works closely with the VP of Development, the CEO, national Planned Parenthood office gift officers, Board members/volunteers to develop individual identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for the purpose of securing gifts and grants to support the programs and mission of PPCWNY across the region
Collaborate with the grants team to identify projects and foundations to apply for grants below the $5,000 level, as appropriate
Solicit in person as well as through proposal writing to individuals, foundations, family foundations, organizations, and corporations
Uphold donor centric practices to all aspects of work and this individual will collaborate with the development team to ensure coordination or activities so the donor has a seamless and exceptional experience
Responsible for accurate and timely documenting of all personal contacts and moves in prospect database/Raiser’s Edge as part of Moves Management process and meetings
Participate in special events as they relate to engagement opportunities for fundraising; provide recommendations on invitation lists that involve donors or prospects
Uses relevant technologies to support communicating to and engaging donors and volunteers in activities, and measuring results
Manages process, deadlines, and budget while adhering to the policies and procedures of the organization
Maintains a positive and constructive approach while solving problems
Other Accountability Activities
Supports the overall agency strategic plan
Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems
Supports and participates in affiliate initiatives
Performs other duties as assigned
A commitment to Planned Parenthood of Central and Western NY (PPCWNY)’s mission, vision and values along with a commitment to providing services to a diverse range of clients and to the goals of PPCWNY is essential
RequirementsQualificationsApplicants must possess the following qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience):Education—
Minimum Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred
Experience—
A minimum of six years’ experience in professional fundraising or sales highly preferred
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills including the ability to investigate, interpret, advise, compose, persuade, arbitrate, and autonomously determine conclusion, prepare compelling proposals for individuals and funding organizations
Track record of proven success in securing individual gifts including annual fund support, major and planned gifts. Demonstrated skills in effective relationship management with high-level and mid-level supporters
Knowledge of and compliance with the Fundraising Code of Ethics
Ability to qualify potential donors that represent the highest giving potential for the organization
Ability to create strategic plans for each donor including: reasonable financial goals based on the donor’s giving and capacity, cultivation and stewardship steps
Ability to create a personal contact and ask plan that considers the individual donor’s interest, motivations, giving patterns and ask preferences
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Smartsheets and Raiser’s Edge a plus
Flexible to meet changing and dynamic aspects of donor fundraising.
Must have ability to safeguard confidential and sensitive donor and organizational information
Ability to form relationships with Board members and leadership volunteers to cultivate, solicit and steward new major donors
Must be able to work independently while also serving as a member of a team
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to learn new technologies quickly and assist with user adoption and support
Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet deadlines
The individual must have dependable transportation to meet travel requirements, including travel across 18 county service area of PPCWNY and report to Rochester two to four days per month
Working Conditions
Standard office environment
May experience visual fatigue working at computer with potential extended periods of sitting
Well-lit/ventilated
Work ScheduleThis is a full-time, 40 hour a week, position; regular schedule will be Monday – Friday with occasional evenings and weekends.Benefits & CompensationAt PPCWNY, we are committed to equitable compensation practices and transparency. In alignment with these efforts, the pay for this position ranges from $80,350.40-$102,668.80/year. Actual compensation will be determined by experience and other factors permitted by law.In addition to competitive compensation, PPCWNY offers an extensive benefits package with generous Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, affordable medical, dental, and vision options, Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) with match, and much more!Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with disability.We are committed to workforce diversity and aspire to reflect the communities we serve. To that end, we strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ identifying individuals, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups to apply.Salary Description$80,350.40-$102,668.80