Advisor - Philanthropic

ALSAC•Houston, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Philanthropic Advisor builds strategic relationships to secure planned giving and other philanthropic support for ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The role cultivates, solicits, and stewards a portfolio of planned giving donors and prospects across a designated region, aligning engagement and fundraising strategies with donor values and philanthropic goals. The Advisor serves as the planned giving lead in the assigned area and collaborates with internal teams, estate attorneys, financial advisors, donors, and volunteers to facilitate gifts and advance fundraising priorities. The position is eligible for a hybrid schedule that includes working from the Territory Office at 5847 San Felipe Suite 2325, Houston, TX 77057. It requires travel 50–70% of the time, including evenings and weekends, with additional travel of 10–25% for conferences.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in fundraising, planned giving, or major gifts.
Demonstrated success in donor cultivation and relationship management.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to travel 50–70% of the time, including evenings and weekends, with additional conference travel of 10–25%.
Experience with bequest and major gift fundraising.
Strategic thinking and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Familiarity with planned giving tools and CRM systems.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 500–1000 planned giving donors and prospects, including providing interim support during staff vacancies.
Develop personalized engagement and fundraising strategies aligned with donors’ values and philanthropic goals.
Conduct in-person donor cultivation through visits, events, and strategic outreach.
Plan and host at least two Donor Appreciation Luncheons annually.
Identify and qualify new donors to grow the planned giving and outright gift pipeline.
Promote giving vehicles such as bequests, charitable gift annuities, and charitable trusts.
Collaborate with estate attorneys and financial advisors to fulfill donor intentions.
Confirm new members of the Danny Thomas – St. Jude Society through timely and strategic follow-up.
Serve as the planned giving lead within the assigned area.
Partner with internal teams to facilitate gifts and enhance high-value volunteer opportunities.
Represent ALSAC/St. Jude at donor events, community engagements, and national conferences.
Identify and lead initiatives that support ALSAC’s strategic fundraising goals.
Communicate clearly and persuasively with donors and internal stakeholders.
Stay informed about industry trends, tax considerations, and St. Jude’s mission and programs.
Maintain cultural competency to engage donors from diverse backgrounds meaningfully.