Major Gifts Officer

New York Public Radio•New York, NY

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

New York Public Radio – home to WNYC, WQXR, WNYC Studios, and The Jerome L. Greene however, is seeking a Major Gifts Officer. The Major Gifts Officer is a front-line fundraiser on the New York Public Radio philanthropy team. This is a team in growth mode, as NYPR expands its philanthropy strategy and elevates the major gift portfolio. The gift officer will work in partnership with the VP of Philanthropy and other development and senior staff and trustees to build and maintain relationships with individual donors and prospects who are capable of annual gifts at $25,000 and above, as well as larger multi-year commitments.

Requirements

At least 5 years of front-line fundraising experience, preferably managing an active portfolio of individual donors
Proven track record of securing gifts of $25,000 and above
Experience coordinating volunteer-led fundraising activities
Knowledge of NYC philanthropic and cultural communities; classical music experience a plus
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Slack, Zoom, and CRM databases (Salesforce a plus)
Self-starter with ability to learn quickly and work independently
Highly motivated, organized, flexible, and proactive
Strong time- and project-management skills
Excellent communication skills—both oral and written
Ability to work and collaborate with colleagues within and across department
Passion for public media and NYPR’s mission

Nice To Haves

Passionate and dynamic storyteller who thrives on building relationships and creating transformative experiences that inspire donors to take action
Salesforce a plus

Responsibilities

Create and execute fundraising and stewardship strategies for a portfolio of approximately 100-125 individual donors for annual gifts of $25,000 and more, as well as multi-year commitments.
Implement long- and short-term plans to meet revenue goals for general operating, special project, and campaign funding priorities.
Execute and track moves management for major gift donors and prospects within the MGO’s portfolio, with the goal of increased and new giving.
Assist in the development of research strategies, working closely with the senior manager of prospect research.
Plan and execute one-on-one meetings, station tours, and other gatherings and points of connection, to further cultivation and stewardship objectives.
Partner across development team on the creation of innovative, engaging, and intimate stewardship, communication and solicitation strategies.
Establish strong relationships and lines of communication with program staff, working together to create accurate and impact-driven messaging that increases donor awareness and engagement with NYPR’s work.