Major Gifts Officer

Perkins & Will•Fisher, MN

11d

About The Position

Perkins helps children with disabilities find their place in the world. An international NGO, we are committed to delivering best-in-class education to children, providing immersive training and support to professionals and families, advocating for inclusion, and accelerating innovation for people with disabilities. At Perkins, we think courageously, act collaboratively, and we own our work. Join a supportive community committed to growth where your work makes a difference. What you can expect as a Major Gifts Officer As we approach our bicentennial in 2029, our Development team is on a trajectory to double fundraising revenue over the next three years. We are seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Major Gifts Officer to join us at this pivotal moment. In this role, you won’t just be raising money; you’ll be building the resources necessary to scale Perkins’ mission across the globe. You will manage a high-level portfolio, crafting strategies for five- and six-figure investments that empower children with multiple disabilities and visual impairments to reach their full potential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of successful major gift fundraising experience (preferred). We will also consider candidates with a proven track record in high-level relationship management or luxury sales.
A genuine passion for Perkins’ mission and the ability to translate complex programs into compelling, high-stakes solicitations.
Skilled in Salesforce and Google Workspace.
Exceptional writing and presentation skills; you should be as comfortable drafting a formal proposal as you are hosting a donor at a campus event.
Unwavering commitment to handling sensitive donor information with the highest level of confidentiality and integrity.

Nice To Haves

Experience with international fundraising is a significant plus.

Responsibilities

Proactively manage a portfolio of 150+ donors and prospects, focusing on gifts of $10,000 to $100,000+.
Donor Engagement: Maintain an active schedule of face-to-face meetings and personalized communication to build deep, lasting relationships.
Strategic Solicitation: Develop and execute creative strategies for annual, multi-year, endowed, and planned gifts.
Pipeline Growth: Aggressively identify and qualify new prospects to support our upcoming comprehensive campaign.
Collaboration: Work alongside the Managing Director of Development, program leaders, and volunteers to align donor passions with organizational priorities.
Maintain precise records in Salesforce, ensuring all contact reports, pipeline statuses, and donor briefings are current and actionable.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Wellness programs available.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer-Paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan with employer match
Education Benefits: Tuition reimbursement day one
Paid Time Off
Extras: Employee Recognition Programs, EAP, legal services, referral bonuses, credit union access, pre-tax MBTA passes and more!
Perkins is a mission-driven community that supports your well-being at work and beyond.
We are located in the heart of Watertown, adjacent to the Charles River and less than 1 mile from food & entertainment at Arsenal Yards.
Perkins is an equal opportunity employer.