Institutional Giving Officer

DHRM • Williamsburg, VA

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About The Position

The Institutional Giving Officer develops persuasive grant proposals, funding requests, and reports that connect the Foundation’s programs and priorities with the interests of foundations, corporations, individuals, and government funders. The officer collaborates across JYF to gather program data and stories, manages grant timelines and reporting requirements, and builds relationships with funding partners throughout the grant cycle.

The role also creates donor communications, including writing and editing the magazine Inside JYF and the annual donor report, and developing fundraising appeals, newsletters, website content, acknowledgement letters, and other print and digital materials. The officer works with Development, Marketing/Public Relations, and colleagues across the organization, and supports donor and development events as needed.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven experience in grant writing or other persuasive writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Results-oriented and self-driven.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Raiser’s Edge or equivalent.
• Ability to work with staff and volunteers at all levels.
• Ability to process and secure confidential information.
• Ability to work in a fluid environment and handle multiple tasks and changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in history, English, or public relations.
• Previous fundraising experience with a demonstrated track record of success in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Experience in a museum development setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop grant proposals, funding requests, and reports.
• Gather program data and stories in collaboration with colleagues across JYF.
• Manage grant timelines and reporting requirements.
• Build relationships with funding partners throughout the grant cycle.
• Write and edit Inside JYF and the annual donor report.
• Develop fundraising appeals, newsletters, website content, acknowledgement letters, and other print and digital donor communications.
• Collaborate with Development, Marketing/Public Relations, and colleagues across the organization.
• Support donor and development events as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed