Philanthropy Officer

Mac's List•Eugene, OR

48d•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with current and prospective major donors ($2,500+) and funders to achieve fundraising goals, both independently and with PPSO leadership. The Philanthropy Officer plays an integral role in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of philanthropic gifts and will represent PPSO through cultivation and stewardship efforts and events, while educating and informing donors of PPSO's programs, campaigns, and goals.

Requirements

At least 2 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience within a similar nonprofit, higher education, social service, or health care organization.
At least 1 year experience in prospect management and direct, individual gift solicitation.
At least 1 year of events, budget management, project and/or volunteer management experience.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Skilled in prioritization and able to take initiative.
Exhibits flexibility and adapts well to change.
Effective stress management skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and able to work cooperatively with others, both internally and externally.
Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance from primary health center.
Ability to travel and work flexible hours on an as needed basis.
Reliable transportation and valid drivers license required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Business, Non-profit Management, Marketing/Communications, Political Science, or related field.
Fundraising Certificate (CFRE).
Experience with Planned Parenthood affiliate.
Experience managing a portfolio of major donors with a proven track record of successfully meeting or exceeding revenue goals.
Familiar with Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack, EveryAction, and/or another relevant fundraising database.
Demonstrated ability to work directly with historically and systemically oppressed communities.
Proficiency in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, which includes individuals, families, family foundations, and private foundations with the capacity to give $2,500 or more.
Lead the cultivation and solicitation of annual gifts in-person as well as through proposal writing to individuals, foundations, family foundations, organizations, and corporations.
Record donor interactions, relationships, and other relevant information in the donor database in accordance with policies and procedures and industry best practices.
With guidance from the Director of Development, develop and manage robust donor engagement plan and activities that strengthen PPSO's voice and presence in our community.
Develop concepts and messages that compellingly articulate the mission, vision, PPSO's core values and exceptional attributes of the organization in language directed to various audiences in meetings, thank-you notes, letters, emails, articles, stories, and reports.
Work closely and strategically with the Director of Development and CEO to manage the CEO's portfolio to develop individual identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.
Collaborate with the Director of Development to develop and support Board engagement activities, identify projects and foundations to apply for grants, and participate in strategic planning, special projects, and campaigns.
Work closely and strategically with other development staff to coordinate and integrate major gifts with the Annual Campaign, planned giving, events, other special campaigns, and grant-seeking efforts.
Represent PPSO at key community events virtually and in-person, using these opportunities as public relations, cultivation, and/or prospecting opportunities; provide recommendations on invitation lists that involve donors or prospects.
Stay apprised of best practices and industry changes; make recommendations to improve systems/procedures of new and ongoing operational protocol(s) as appropriate or requested.
Other duties as assigned.
Engage in and support efforts to create and maintain an affirming and culturally responsive work environment.
Take the initiative to develop own awareness and knowledge of the principles and scope of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Participate and engage in DEIB initiatives.