Senior Philanthropy Officer (Major Gifts Officer)
$120,000–$130,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States
Job Summary
Manage and expand a portfolio of 150 current and prospective donors, increasing engagement and giving while creating individualized strategies for soliciting five, six, and seven-figure leadership and legacy gifts. Serve as an effective representative for BCRF's funding priorities, collaborating with Development, Communications, and Research teams to draft proposals and stewardship reports. Partner with peers, senior leaders, and board members to secure impactful gifts, provide donor briefings, and foster collegial relationships across the Foundation. This full-time exempt role in New York requires onsite presence for three days per week, occasional evening or weekend work, and some travel.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in frontline fundraising
- At least 5 years primarily focused in frontline major gifts ($25k+) fundraising
- Successful track record of soliciting and closing five, six and seven figure gifts
- Superior oral and written communication skills
- Proven interpersonal skills to work effectively with senior leadership, donors, prospects and volunteer leadership
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated success in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects
- The ability to conduct oneself with discretion, gravitas, and professionalism when dealing with UHNW donors
- Basic knowledge of legacy/planned giving
- Flexibility and strong sense of initiative and resourcefulness
- Attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Proficiency with donor databases
- Some travel is required for this role
- On occasion, in-person events may require evening or weekend time
- There will be the occasional need to work extra hours evenings and weekends to fulfill the requirements of the role
- This position is based in New York, New York
- BCRF currently requires staff to work onsite for a minimum of three days per week
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Raiser's Edge/NXT
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