Major Gifts Manager

Run For Something Action Fund• US,

4d•$0 - $98,100•Remote

About The Position

Run for Something (RFS) is currently hiring for a Major Gifts Manager to join our Development team. Reporting to the VP, Development, this role will advance the RFS mission and strategic priorities by contributing to a team that secures flexible funding from individual donors, ensuring Run for Something's mission is possible. Your primary responsibilities are threefold. First, you will own a portfolio of at least 65 major donors, from prospecting to solicitation to stewardship. You will be responsible for contributing to a team-wide goal of individual gifts in PAC, 501(c)(3), and 501(c)(4) support, and cultivating new relationships to ensure its sustainability and growth. Second, you will actively manage up to the VP of Development and the Executive Team to ensure excellent major gifts solicitation and stewardship. Third, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the Development Team as they seek to meet ambitious fundraising goals. The Major Gifts Manager also supports organizational priorities, maintains alignment with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) goals, and upholds core values while contributing to a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Requirements

Approximately 4-5 years of fundraising experience, including for PACs, political campaigns, or 501(c)(4)s
Experience in electoral and/or progressive or movement work; or, a strong commitment to the Run for Something mission and a viewpoint on how to translate major gift strategy in a progressive political organization
Contribute to and support a team that will sustain and grow the existing portfolio of major gifts to ensure organizational sustainability
Develop strong relationships with RFS donors in one’s portfolio and ensure donors feel good about their support and role in the organization
Grow as a mid-career major gifts fundraiser
Experience working for a blended organization, such as two or more of the following: PAC, 501(c)(4), or 501(c)(3)
Experience using NGP-VAN in a fundraising capacity
Demonstrated experience in strategically cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donor prospects
Excellent persuasive verbal and written communication, including strong attention to detail and editing skills
Ability to demonstrate discretion and hold sensitive and personal information about donors in confidence
Proven ability to work independently in a remote setting, collaborate across teams, and maintain transparency in workflows
Commitment to Run for Something’s mission and values, including contributing to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
Candidates must have valid work authorization and cannot be foreign nationals. We are legally restricted to hiring only U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders) for this position.

Nice To Haves

Experience in progressive nonprofits, political campaigns, or fundraising for 501c3, 501c4 and 527 PACs
Proficiency with NGP Database Software
Familiarity with the progressive fundraising landscape

Responsibilities

Execute PAC, 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(3) major gifts fundraising plan for at least 65 major donors
Under the supervision of the VP of Development, meet team goals for the major gifts program; contribute to strategy development to meet objectives; adapt and pivot strategy when needed
Ensure quality, tailored stewardship of the major donors within your portfolio.
Draft and edit appeals, acknowledgments, donor updates, reports, and proposals in collaboration with the VP, Development
Execute a strong prospecting strategy to contribute to sustainability and growth in the RFS major gifts portfolio, including prospect research, outreach, and participation in donor meetings
Liaise with and manage up to the VP, Development, and Executive Team to execute major gifts outreach and strategies
Assist with the development of donor outreach and stewardship materials, including drafting proposals, presentations, and emails
Assist with investment funding outreach and prospecting
Assist with donor data management in our donor database (NGP) for major donors
Assist with donor acknowledgment process, ensuring timely thank you’s to our donors
Assist with internal Development Team needs, such as expense tracking, travel planning, and event support
Help ensure legal compliance of funding streams and financials, with support from the VP of Development, legal counsel, and the Finance & Compliance Department
Steward organizational resources with strong expense tracking and internal controls
Lead on fundraising event management, including stewardship of hosts, invitation outreach, event logistics, and event follow-up
Lead the planning of fundraising trips, including prospecting, outreach, and prepping travel briefs and materials for trips and donor meetings for the executive team and other leadership team members
Manage up to the VP of Development and Executive Team to ensure excellent major gifts outreach, solicitation, and stewardship of VIP major donors
Be an active leader and advocate for RFS’ philosophy, mission, values, culture, and DEI goals throughout the organization
Continuously evaluate and innovate on major gifts fundraising strategies and tactics; support fundraising literacy across the organization
Assist in the development of fundraising projections for the major gifts portfolio
Responsible for reporting key performance metrics for the major gifts program, tracking progress against fundraising goals, and flagging course corrections to the VP of Development

Benefits

Four-Day Work Week
Unlimited Paid Time Off policy
Platinum Medical Insurance (100% of premium covered for employees; 50% of premium covered for dependents)
Dental and Vision Insurance (100% of premium covered for both employees and dependents)
Professional Development Stipend
Treat Yourself Stipend ($500 a year to do something that brings you joy)
Equipment Stipend
401k with matching
Work from Home Stipend
Cell Phone/Internet Stipend
12 weeks paid family leave
Paid Sabbatical (after 3 years of service to RFS)
Employee Assistance Program
~ Four weeks in organization-wide holiday closures, including a two-week winter break
Flexible, remote work environment