Major Gift Officer II
Houston, TX
Posted 5 weeks ago
Job Description
We are searching for a Major Gift Officer II – someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will secure at to secure at least $3 million in philanthropic funds for the organization by managing a portfolio of assigned, qualified prospects and donors, to ensure their retention as continuing donors to the organization and to progressively upgrade their level of giving and involvement.
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Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Required 3 years of fundraising experience and preferred 3 years of direct fundraising with a specific track record in major gifts
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, the ability to work with a wide variety of personalities, and the ability to effectively plan, set goals, execute tactics and drive for results to meet goals. Must also be a strong, positive communicator, both verbally and written, with a creative approach to building relationships. Must be a team player and collaborative contributor.
Responsibilities:
Responsibility A: Raise $3 million annually in gifts and commitments
- Manage the health, composition and ongoing activity of the portfolio of assigned, qualified major gift prospects/donors
- Create and execute cultivation and solicitation strategies for portfolio prospects
- Create and execute stewardship strategies for portfolio donors
- Develop strong engagement strategies for fundraising volunteers in order to secure donor funds
Responsibility B: Cultivate relationships with assigned priority areas
- Identify and build relationships with clinical and administrative leaders for assigned areas
- Help identify and communicate fundraising needs for assigned areas internally to the team
- Help drive fundraising strategies for key service lines
Responsibility C: Collaboration
- Participate in strategy sessions with colleagues on key major gift prospects
- Help drive response for Office of Philanthropy priority events and initiatives
- Participate in the creation of and help execute communication and fundraising tactics
Responsibility D: Documentation
- Record and manage donor/prospect data, activity, management and movement in the fundraising technology system
- Help maintain the integrity of data in the fundraising technology system
Texas Children's Hospital
Texas Children’s Hospital is a world-class pediatric facility, nationally recognized as a top children’s hospital, and voted one of the best places to work in Houston for nine years running. We’re committed to creating a healthy community for children by providing the best pediatric care possible, through groundbreaking research and emphasis on education. We also offer a full continuum of family-centered care for women, from obstetrics to well-woman care. As a team member at Texas Children’s Hospital, you’ll work in an environment that values your voice. Texas Children's Hospital, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is recognized as one of America's best children's hospitals.
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