The Alzheimer's Association National Office is looking for a dynamic, experienced professional to cultivate, solicit and steward major and planned gifts from individuals and families in Texas, specifically based in a major metropolitan area in the state. The ideal candidate will have experience and success in raising gifts at the $10,000 - $1 million+ levels, to work with key stakeholders across the Association to build high-level donor relationships aimed at six- and seven-figure gifts from this geographic area. This position reports to the Central Area Director, with a strong and integral partnership with local staff leadership across the state of Texas.
Areas of Responsibility:
- Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at the $10,000 - $1 million+ level, meeting activity metrics and revenue goals.
- Integrate fully onto the team - adding strategic value to the existing major gift efforts. Help to lead a deeper and more expanded major gift program in assigned markets.
- Build and manage a portfolio of 100-125 qualified major gift donors and prospects.
- Proactive prospecting, relationship building and networking to build the portfolio and strengthen the pipeline of major gift donors and prospects.
- Prepare written materials such as visit strategies/briefings, correspondence, solicitation/proposal and pledge documents.
- Maintain strong and accurate records of activities, as directed by team protocol using the national database. Monitor, evaluate, and report on progress and outcomes against agreed upon goals.
- Respond to major and planned gift leads moved to you for follow-up. Work proactively in each community to network and expand portfolio.
- Contribute to the national major and planned gift team as the Alzheimer's Association continues to build and expand major and principal gifts across the Association.
- Adhere to professionalism and fundraising best practices as demonstrated by moves management industry standards and donor-centered methodology.
- Handle other major and planned gift responsibilities as needed.
Educational Background:
Bachelor's degree required. CFRE or advanced degree a plus.
Skills/Experience:
- Demonstrated success in personal cultivation, solicitation, stewardship and closing of major gifts at the five-figure and particularly six-figure and above levels.
- 3-5 years minimum required experience in major gift fundraising, 5-7 years preferred.
- Experience in working with high net worth donors, volunteer leaders and staff leadership.
- Excellent, persuasive, and diplomatic communicator - in person, over the phone, and in writing - with the ability to prepare proposals, briefing materials, reports, and correspondence.
- Strong problem solving and negotiating skills. Highly creative/innovative with abilities to persuade and motivate others.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to analyze data and information to drive strategic development of portfolio - includes the evidenced ability to research donor database and historic giving for major gifts potential.
- Self-starter, ability to work independently on complex donor strategies.
- Superior interpersonal skills, including ability to listen, observe and interact well with diverse individuals and groups.
- Results oriented with ability to focus on and meet deadlines and goals.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
- Team leader and team player with ability to work collaboratively with chapter and national staff and volunteers.
- High integrity and professionalism, respecting the confidential nature of donor information and the Alzheimer's Association's business practices.
- Must be available for evening and weekend work as required, and able to travel as needed.
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Organization Info
Listing Stats
Post Date:
Sep 2 2017
Active Until:
Oct 2 2017
Hiring Organization:
Alzheimer's Association
industry:
Nonprofit