Mid-level Gifts Officer

Job Details Job Location: Rosenthal Way - Cincinnati, OH 45204 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Day Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Responsibilities Implements strategies and manages department relationships with donors who give mid-level & major gifts ($1,000-$4,999) and planned gifts, including development of staff goals and donor portfolio management and moves process for team members to generate new and higher levels of giving. Coordinate relationships with mid-level major donors ($1,000-$4,999) to exceed budgeted team goals, collaborating within the team and other departments and supervising volunteers. Oversee a comprehensive donor relations, recognition, and stewardship program to promote interaction and appreciation of donors, specifically for $1,000+ annual donors and limited engagement for $500+ annual donors, including qualifying donors and providing personalized stewardship and asks. Coordinate with the Director to develop short‑ and long‑range planning activities to support and implement fundraising goals and objectives. Coordinate with other departments to develop and maintain support materials needed to accompany proposals, sponsorship requests, and stewardship materials. Collaborate with the Database Manager and other team members to analyze portfolios, strategize upgrades, and establish goals for outright and planned giving. Coordinate donor stewardship/cultivation events, material production, and other stewardship activities needed for mid‑level major donors. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Strong critical thinking to develop larger team and department strategy for organizational needs and donor opportunities. High level of project management experience with the ability to lead team members. Perception into relationship building to enable timely requests and responsive reporting. Remain knowledgeable of all Freestore Foodbank programs, services, and events. Strong listening and interpreting skills to respond to donor needs. Strong writing and storytelling capabilities. Comfortable in public speaking and presentation. Ability to represent the organization externally, providing consistent and positive customer service. Minimum of two to three years of fundraising or customer service experience with a proven success record in individual and/or corporate relations. Project management experience preferred. Experience working directly with volunteers and upper level management is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr