Major Gifts Officer

Featured IV

Oct 8

Written By Yolanda F. Johnson

Pomfret School
Pomfret, CT (Hybrid/Remote)

Anticipated Start Date: Dependent on candidate

Description

Responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting gifts of $100,000 or more from alumni, parents, and friends which involve effective prospect and donor relationship management, including qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 125-175 with an emphasis on capacity to make multi-year gift commitments of $100,000 and above.
Develop and implement comprehensive solicitation and stewardship strategies for donors and prospects.
Devise and implement donor-centric fundraising strategies to meet personal activity and revenue goals through portfolio planning and moves management.
Collaborate with colleagues including the Head of School, Board of Trustees, volunteers, advancement staff, and faculty to advance prospect conversations.
Travel regularly within assigned region to meet with individuals and achieve annual fundraising targets, conducting 12-15 visits per month with a focus on pipeline development and gift closure.
Track and manage relationships, contact history, and donor engagement activities using CRM or donor management software.
Must adhere to all School policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook Continually meet or exceed Pomfret School’s Standards of Behavior, Character, and Engagement Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Proven track record of qualifying, soliciting and closing gifts of five figures or more
Fundraising experience, ideally in a major gift capacity
Ability to have comprehensive conversations with donors and prospective donors to help meet annual, capital, and planned giving goals
Direct solicitation experience with an understanding of and appreciation for the philanthropic process
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate with a variety of audiences effectively
Ability to travel regularly throughout the United States to meet donors and prospective donors.
Willing to work evenings and weekends as needed
Experience with fundraising within a campaign environment preferred.
Familiarity with working within a database, knowledge of Raiser’s Edge is a plus
Candidates must demonstrate a willingness and ability to support a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment
Ability to protect and promote the mission, values, and vision of Pomfret School Bachelor’s degree or higher