Annual Giving Officer, Baton Circle
$95,611–$105,752 year
HybridSan Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Manage a portfolio of 90-100 Major Gift and Planned Giving prospects, totaling $1.5M - $3.5M annually, through identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Plan, implement, and evaluate the annual strategy for the Baton Circle, overseeing renewal, new acquisition, upgrades, and strategic benefits. Collaborate with donor engagement staff on membership events, campaign premiums, and stewardship activities while governing Baton Circle expenses and revenue. Develop integrated strategies for donor movement across giving levels and work with Discovery Gift Officers on the emerging philanthropist community, Prelude. Author funding proposals and maintain broad knowledge of tax laws impacting charitable giving.
Required Qualifications
- 5-7 years of annual fund and major gift fundraising
- Track record of success preferably in the performing arts
- Relevant experience outside the nonprofit environment working with high net worth individuals
- Proven success in managing a portfolio and cultivating, stewarding, and soliciting prospects at the $15K+ level
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to professionally and diplomatically communicate and interact with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
- Strong organizational skills, with ability to work independently and manage highly detailed tasks
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities, and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Committed to success of the symphonic artform and able to communicate thoughtfully and enthusiastically about the work of the San Francisco Symphony
- Familiarity with and/or passion for orchestral music
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and donor database software
- Willing to attend concerts and events, regularly on nights and weekends
- Able to travel around the Bay Area and northern California as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Tessitura preferred
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