Donor Relations Specialist

EAA Career•Oshkosh, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The EAA Aviation Donor Relations Specialist is responsible for maintaining a portfolio of donors and prospective donors, as well as implementing associated activities of the organization that support EAA’s ongoing fundraising efforts. 70% of the position will be devoted to donor relations, which will involve growing, nurturing and maintaining long-lasting, positive relationships with donors. 30% of the position is dedicated to planning and implementing donor cultivation events, which include special events and the hospitality activities associated with AirVenture.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Required
3+ years of experience in fundraising
Outstanding written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Highly organized, goal-oriented, self-starter, professional, confident, and flexible
Strong attention to detail and proven project management skills
Advanced computer skills with knowledge of all Microsoft Suite programs, especially excel, and CRM

Nice To Haves

Non-profit experience
Major gifts solicitation experience
Aviation experience either professionally or as an enthusiast is desired

Responsibilities

Work collectively with EAA Aviation Foundation team to develop and achieve annual fundraising metrics.
Independently manage a portfolio of 100-120+ donors/prospects through the fundraising donor pipeline from qualification to stewardship.
Keep timely and accurate communication logs with pertinent information about donors and prospects in EAA’s donor database.
Research potential donors to add to the pipeline.
Meet monthly and annual fundraising goals.
Cultivate internal relationships with EAA departments by focusing on collaboration and leveraging internal resources.
Assist with the implementation of cultivation and stewardship events.
Help support the execution of the Foundation’s annual fundraising gala, The Gathering.
Create and manage monthly reports on prospecting and solicitation activities.
Embrace and support the EAA Aviation Foundation mission and perform safe practices in the workplace and aviation environment.
All other duties as assigned.