Senior Major Gift Officer
About The Position
The Senior Major Gift Officer is a proactive fundraiser and relationship builder, managing a portfolio of prospects with the capacity to support the USGA’s mission with gifts of $50,000 or more. Prospect management includes identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, closing and stewarding prospects and donors, and aligning donor interests with the strategic priorities of the USGA. The Senior Major Gift Officer will play a pivotal role in developing and achieving an annual work plan with visit and solicitation goals in partnership with the Chief Philanthropy Officer. The ideal candidate will bring a natural ability to connect with donors, and a collaborative approach. The Senior Major Gift Officer will think strategically to contribute meaningfully to fundraising goals, effectively communicating the USGA’s strategic priorities to inspire support and build new relationships. The Senior Major Gift Officer will be assigned a territory of responsibility, including Texas and the surrounding region, and will travel extensively to develop and strengthen prospect relationships.
Requirements
- 8+ years of progressive fundraising experience in major non-profit organizations, including securing gifts of $50,000+
- Proven ability to create and cultivate relationships across a diverse group of prospects
- Superb communication and interpersonal skills are a must
- A team player and collaborator
- An authentically mission-driven person, who aligns with our purpose to unify, showcase, govern, and advance the game of golf
Nice To Haves
- An appreciation for the game of golf is strongly preferred
- People manager experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Develop and executive a major gifts strategy that drives sustainable growth, managing a portfolio of 150-175 prospects
- In partnership with the Chief Philanthropy Officer, establish annual goals for visits, solicitations, and dollars raised
- Design and develop compelling presentations and pitch decks, conduct prospect research, and lead prospect meetings in support of goals
- Identify, qualify, and cultivate new prospects, driving continuous growth
- Maintain integrity and accuracy of CRM database to track prospects, gift recording, and reporting
- Engage USGA volunteers and committees as a network of major gift referrals and connections
- Prepare donor communications and updates demonstrating impact and progress on strategic priorities
- Provide coaching and feedback to encourage and support high performance of Foundation team members
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero-contribution medical plan offered for all full-time employees
- Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA
- Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being
- Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off
- Off-site team building events
- On-site gym and golf simulator
- Professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
