Philanthropy Specialist - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance•San Diego, CA

18h•$29•Onsite

About The Position

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is an international, nonprofit conservation organization with two front doors: the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. We integrate wildlife health and care, science, and education to develop sustainable conservation solutions. HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION 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.
Bachelor's Degree In Business Administration, Finance related field or equivalent specialized training
California Driver License
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).

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in fundraising and the philanthropy field, with knowledge of donor cultivation and solicitation strategies, is highly preferred.
The ideal candidate will have experience developing and implementing donor stewardship initiatives, coordinating donor recognition programs and events, and creating meaningful engagement opportunities that strengthen donor relationships.
This role requires the 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