Major Gifts Manager manages the Philanthropy Team’s work flow, processes and relationships relevant within and outside the field office
The Major Gifts Manager will work toward meeting the strategic priorities of philanthropy and finance programs by providing the oversight, resources, protocols and reporting to execute day-to-day and long-term philanthropy operations and administration functions. They will plan and manage operating and aspirational fundraising goals in cooperation with the Directors of Philanthropy and Finance and Administration and be responsible for managing the work plans of fundraisers and the systems and procedures to help them. They will manage moves management, analyze and report on data and metrics, and coordinate paper and electronic mailings. A small portfolio, especially of VIP supporters, will be managed by the Major Gifts Manager for cultivation, stewardship and networking. The position is cross-cutting over the chapter and across the global organization, requiring strong ability to forge and manage productive relationships and to develop approaches and systems that bridge differing perspectives. Strong client management and an emphasis on continuous improvement of systems, processes and workflow are essential to the position. Financial responsibilities extend to philanthropy program budget creation and management, auditing and creating reports for staff, trustees and donors, approving expenses and invoices, managing private awards, coordinating on public awards, as assisting with other duties as requested. The Manager provides guidance in satisfying requirements based on extensive knowledge of policies and procedures and must have advanced knowledge of systems and resources for effectiveness. The Major Gifts Manager reports to the Director of Philanthropy and works in close cooperation with any or all of the following: Philanthropy Team, State Director, Trustees, Conservancy staff, donors, volunteers, vendors, public agencies, financial institutions, and legal and accounting professionals. They will keep up-to-date on market trends and best practices in order to improve services. They will organize and coordinate diverse activities, including events, projecting outcomes, monitoring progress, and implementing solutions in consultation with leadership. This position may supervise other administrative or temporary staff, volunteers, consultants and vendors
RESPONSIBILITIES AND SCOPE
- Act independently within broad program goals to prioritize tasks in the absence of specific instructions and exercise independent judgment to identify and solve problems.
- Coordinate projects with several variables, set realistic deadlines, and manage a timeline.
- Decisions may bind the organization financially or legally.
- Ensure programmatic commitments, TNC policies and procedures, financial standards, and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance.
- Financial responsibility includes working within a budget and negotiating and contracting with vendors.
- Implement and manage new initiatives that will ensure department and organization-wide goals and strategies are achieved.
- Manage functional activity towards program’s strategic goals.
- May participate in complex negotiations.
- May supervise administrative, professional and/or volunteer staff, responsibility includes training and professional Philanthropy.
- Travel occasionally, may work long and may have flexible hours as needed.
- Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and/or strain.
- Work is diversified and may not always fall under established practices and guidelines.
- A minimum of 3 years’ related experience or equivalent combination.
- Experience managing budgets, goals, schedules and projects.
- Experience creating and generating reports, analyzing and interpreting data and anticipating and documenting trends.
- Experience with constituent management systems, Microsoft Office Suite, Skype VoIP intranets and websites.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams and across departments, states and countries.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
- Ability to implement complex processes and to use initiative, innovation and technology to achieve desired results.
- Ability to manage multiple and diverse relationships, including cross-cultural.
- Demonstrated experience handling confidential information and using diplomacy, discretion and tact.
- Experience developing and managing departmental budgets, schedules with deadlines, reporting, communications and project management.
- Experience interpreting and applying guidelines to achieve desired results.
- Experience supervising staff, interns and/or volunteers.
- Knowledge of current trends in the specific field.
- Strong organization and negotiating skills, accuracy, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Successful experience implementing strategic program goals.
- Experience with campaigns a plus.
The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, 401k or savings-plan matching for eligible employees, excellent benefits, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond.