Tocqueville Society Development Officer
About The Position
United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania is seeking a dynamic, experienced professional to cultivate, solicit, and steward major and planned gifts from local individuals and families for its Tocqueville Society. The Tocqueville Society comprises leading philanthropists who donate $10,000 or more annually to make a significant impact in the community. This role involves overseeing the retention, growth, and engagement of Tocqueville Society members and prospects, managing relationships, and directly soliciting gifts from a portfolio of 170-185 members and prospects. The Development Officer will develop and implement strategies to secure significant and deferred gifts through planned giving and estate plans.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education.
- More than 5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience.
- At least three years in a role focused on major gifts identification, cultivation, solicitation, and recognition.
- Experience and success in raising gifts at the $10,000+ level.
Nice To Haves
- Three to five years of experience with various types of planned giving instruments.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward major and planned gifts from local individuals and families.
- Oversee the retention, growth, and engagement of all aspects concerning United Way's Tocqueville Society members and prospects.
- Manage relationships and directly solicit gifts for a portfolio of 170-185 Tocqueville members and prospects.
- Develop and implement strategies to secure significant and deferred gifts through planned giving, estate plans, and other gift vehicles.
Benefits
- Annual Salary Pay Grade 109 Salary Range - $67,000 - $73,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
