Key Relationships Officer (Remote, Northeast)

charity: water•Gresham, OR

4d•$85,500 - $92,000•Remote

About The Position

The Key Relationships Officer cultivates, pitches, and stewards existing and prospective major donors, building meaningful relationships through virtual and in-person visits and communication about charity: water’s priorities and donor impact. The officer manages a portfolio of supporters capable of giving $10,000 or more annually, with a goal of raising $1–3 million in annual revenue once fully onboarded, and contributes to the Key Relationships department’s collective $45 million FY27 goal. The position develops a metrics-driven portfolio strategy, maintains accurate CRM records, finds creative ways to demonstrate donor impact and appreciation, and coordinates regional events. It also requires becoming an expert in charity: water’s programs and staying informed about international Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) issues. The officer reports to the Director of Key Relationships and collaborates with the Key Relationships team and the wider organization. The role is remote, with a preference for candidates in the Northeast, and requires regular travel within the United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
5–7 years of frontline fundraising experience and a proven record of closing gifts of $10,000 or more.
Passion for charity: water’s mission and the ability to inspire others about it.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; articulate and persuasive.
Well-developed relationship-building skills and ability to connect with people from varied backgrounds.
Drive and sophistication, with interest in helping shape the development department and organization.
Team-oriented mentality, enthusiastic work ethic, and openness to continual improvement.
Highly developed interpersonal skills and strong emotional intelligence.
Ability to travel regularly within the United States.
Eligibility to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Salesforce as a CRM tool.
Experience planning and executing large- and small-scale events.
Familiarity with cross-departmental work involving creative, design, and event teams.

Responsibilities

Work toward the Key Relationships department’s collective goal of $45 million in FY27.
Manage a portfolio of major gift supporters capable of donating $10,000 or more annually, with an annual revenue target of $1–3 million once fully onboarded.
Cultivate long-term relationships with individuals and families, encourage increased participation, involve donors’ networks, and optimize their lifetime value.
Visit donors throughout the assigned region regularly, both in person and virtually.
Develop a metrics-driven portfolio strategy and keep CRM records up to date.
Find innovative ways to demonstrate donors’ return on investment and show appreciation.
Coordinate and host regional events that share charity: water’s story and create opportunities to support its mission.
Build expertise in charity: water’s programmatic work and stay up to date on international WASH issues.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO.
Summer Fridays.
Six-week paid sabbatical after five years of employment.
Annual bonus potential through The Pool.
401(k) plan with employer match.
Medical coverage at 85%, plus dental and vision contributions.
FSA and dependent day care FSA.
Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
16 weeks of paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents.
Stipends for home office, professional development, and a You-do-You Perk.
TSA PreCheck reimbursement.
Flexible working hours, with team members expected to be online from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET and work three additional asynchronous hours per day, accounting for an hour for lunch.
Two to four annual trips to foster team alignment, connection, and in-person collaboration.