Major Gifts Officer

Tahirih Justice Center

$90K — $112K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of progressive fundraising experience, with a proven track record in major gifts fundraising
  • Proficiency in managing a donor and prospect portfolio, utilizing moves management best practices
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders effectively
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in fundraising practices
  • Familiarity with donor database systems preferred
  • High level of confidentiality regarding donor information
  • Ability to work independently while engaging in collaborative decision-making

Responsibilities

  • Develop mission-driven value propositions for major donors, focusing on survivor-centered storytelling
  • Build and deepen relationships with major donors through various communication channels
  • Expand the donor base by identifying prospects and creating long-term cultivation strategies
  • Solicit and secure five and six figure donations to support Tahirih's funding goals
  • Coordinate donor meetings, preparing strategic materials and advising staff on donor relations
  • Partner with the development team and leadership to identify potential transformative donors
  • Represent Tahirih at public events and activities to enhance awareness and relationships
  • Manage CRM database processes to track donor contributions and relationship development

Benefits

  • 100% premium coverage for employee health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 60% premium coverage for dependents' health, vision, and dental insurance
  • 401(k) defined contribution retirement plan
  • Flexible work schedules with a 37.5 hour work week
  • Professional development opportunities including in-house training and retreats
  • Generous self-managed leave policy, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Hybrid work environment with office presence based on team needs
Full Job Description
Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving, this role will be responsible for soliciting and securing major gifts of $10,000 or more in support of Tahirih's mission through portfolio management and support for campaigns and events. This role is for an experienced major gifts fundraiser and will work in partnership with subject matter experts, grants managers, and other development staff across the country to accomplish Tahirih's annual fundraising goals. This is a hybrid position but this individual must be located within commuting distance of one of the following office locations Falls Church, VA, Houston, TX or San Bruno, CA. Primary Responsibilities: • Develop and articulate mission-oriented value propositions for major donors and impact investors that honor Tahirih clients in a way that is both survivor centered and trauma informed. • Independently build and deepen relationships with major donors and prospects across the country through in-person meetings, telephone, email, and written communication to create opportunities to expand giving. • Expand Tahirih's existing pool of donors by identifying prospects and collaborating on the development and execution of long-term cultivation and solicitation strategies through the employment of moves management strategies. • Secure substantial funding for Tahirih Justice Center by soliciting five and six figure gifts • Work collaboratively with and strategically curate key donor meetings for staff and leadership as subject matter experts and prepare materials and information for such meetings. Advise and support colleagues throughout the organization in the cultivation of individual donor relationships. • Work with the development team, Local Advisory Councils and Board members to identify people aligned with Tahirih's values who have the capacity to give transformative gifts. • Represent Tahirih in key internal & external public-facing activities such as meetings, speaking engagements, and other events aimed at building awareness & fostering relationships. • Effectively navigate institutional resources to be an effective Tahirih Justice Center representative with donors. Stay informed of institutional priorities, regional work and achievements, and current updates on key immigration issues. • Adeptly manage Everyaction and other processes to ensure contributions, contacts and relationship development are properly maintained in the organization's CRM database; conduct regular reconciliation with the Director of Individual Giving including tracking donor gift projection, portfolio forecasting and preparing information relevant for regular ROI analysis and data-driven decision making. Requirements • At least 5 years of progressive fundraising experience and several years of proven and effective experience as a frontline fundraiser working with individual donors • Demonstrated experience building and managing a donor and prospect portfolio, knowledge of fundraising and moves management best practices, a track record of securing five figure or higher donations from a variety of individual funders, and experience working with board members and/or volunteers • Demonstrated interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills, including the ability to engage effectively, inspire and hold accountable diverse internal and external stakeholders • Commitment to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in fundraising practice • Preferred knowledge of donor database systems • Commitment to maintaining a high level of confidentiality with information acquired about Tahirih prospects, donors, and volunteers • Strong commitment to the mission and values of Tahirih with the ability to serve as a compelling ambassador for the organization. • Someone who can work independently and is able to engage in collaboration, consultation and consensus-based decision making. • Availability to travel at least 15% of the time, work outside daytime business hours to manage events and represent Tahirih at external events as needed Annual salary and benefits: The salary range for this role is expected to be $90,000 - $112,000 per year, with actual salary commensurate with experience. (Candidates hired for the California location will receive a $12,000 geographic differential). Generous benefits include employee and dependent health, vision and dental insurance (Tahirih contributes 100% of the premium for employees and 60% for dependents); a 401(k) defined contribution retirement plan; flexible work schedules (37.5 hour work week); professional development including in-house training programs, staff enrichment retreats and other growth opportunities. Employees have a generous self-managed leave benefit inclusive of vacation, sick and holidays, including office closure the week between Christmas and New Year's, and summer Fridays (1 pm closure in July & August). Tahirih utilizes a hybrid work environment and time in the office is determined between the supervisor and supervisee based on the role responsibilities and team needs. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. How to Apply: Please submit a resume and a cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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