Regional Philanthropy Officer / Individual Giving

American Red Cross • Elyria, OH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The American Red Cross is seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Philanthropy Officer to join the Northern Ohio Development team. This role is responsible for identifying, engaging, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding current and prospective regional Individual donors to expand their financial support of the American Red Cross. The incumbent will manage an assigned portfolio of donors, sponsors, and prospects to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue goals of $500,000. They will also serve as a resource for less experienced team members to ensure consistent and effective implementation of donor development plans and the region's overall success. This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum five years of sales and/or fundraising experience required.
• Proven experience in developing strategies for donor retention, growth, and recapture, and proven success with complex requests is required.
• A valid driver's license and good driving record are required.
• Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, Power BI).
• Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation.
• Frequent travel within the region is required.

Nice To Haves

• Significant fundraising experience in Northern Ohio with a proven track record of securing major gifts and meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects and donors who are giving at or above $5 K.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate donors, understanding their philanthropic goals and aligning them with the organization's mission.
• Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer and other team members to create comprehensive fundraising plans and materials.
• Prepare and present compelling proposals and presentations to donors/potential donors.
• Track and report on progress towards fundraising goals, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of donor interactions and contributions.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in major gift fundraising.
• Organize and participate in donor events and activities to enhance donor engagement and retention.
• Conduct regular donor meetings to provide updates on the impact of their contributions.
• Develop and implement strategies for donor acquisition and retention, including targeted campaigns and appeals.
• Work closely with the marketing and communications team to create effective fundraising materials and campaigns.
• Provide support to board members and volunteers involved in fundraising efforts.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical standards in fundraising practices.
• Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO: Starting at 19 days a year; based on the type of job and tenure
• Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
• 401K with up to 6% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance
• Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

What This Job Offers

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