Philanthropy Specialist - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance • San Diego, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Philanthropy Specialist is responsible for building and fostering the organization's relationship with assigned members, donors, and/or constituents.

Requirements

• Prior experience in fundraising and in the development field with knowledge of solicitation strategies required.
• Knowledge of development or non-profit best practices.
• Must have a high level or organization and time management skills.
• Able to successfully manage multiple projects.
• Able to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Able to use computer base systems (Microsoft Windows, Word and Excel programs and databases).
• Bachelor's Degree In Business Administration, Finance related field or equivalent specialized training
• California Driver License

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in fundraising and the philanthropy field, with knowledge of donor cultivation and solicitation strategies, is highly preferred.
• Experience developing and implementing donor stewardship initiatives, coordinating donor recognition programs and events, and creating meaningful engagement opportunities that strengthen donor relationships.
• Ability to collaborate across departments to facilitate unique donor experiences, manage stewardship communications and appreciation efforts, oversee donor recognition displays and plaques, and provide strategic input on major donor stewardship activities.
• Strong organizational, relationship-building, and customer service skills are essential.
• Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Strategizes and oversees programming for defined audience, including qualifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding gifts
• Serves as the central point of contact for assigned audience, stewarding and building relationships through phone calls, personalized emails, tours, events, and other communications
• Oversees methods to increase giving from defined audience
• Collaborates with internal teams to develop strategies to upgrade donor giving
• Oversees related events for targeted donor audiences
• Monitors and reports on key metrics
• Maintains active prospect management in computer software programs
• Assists in developing and monitoring assigned budgets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level