Major Gifts Officer

Overview Major Gift Officer — Role Type: Full Time. Location: Nashville, Seattle, or Dallas preferred. US Only. Travel: up to 35% of the time. Reports to: Development Director. Atlas Free is on a mission to end sex trafficking and exploitation. Major donors are a powerful force in supporting the fight for freedom. We seek a gifted communicator and storyteller who can clearly articulate Atlas Free's mission to donors and strategic partners. This role goes beyond portfolio management; it aims to expand Atlas Free’s reach, reputation, and influence among major donors and partners. At Atlas Free, fundraising is relational, connecting generosity to measurable impact. The Major Gifts Officer will manage and grow a portfolio of high‑capacity supporters while cultivating new relationships, turning engagement into multi‑year financial investment in the mission. We value relationships, storytelling, and opportunities for impact that drive generosity. The Work You’ll Lead You will grow Atlas Free’s impact by cultivating high‑touch relationships with major donors and prospects, combining strategic thinking and personalized engagement to drive revenue and advance the mission to dismantle the sex trafficking business. Manage and steward a portfolio of 50 existing major donors while identifying, qualifying, and cultivating 100 new high‑capacity prospects Develop and execute individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans Initiate and sustain relationships through in‑person meetings, events, calls, and personalized outreach, confidently presenting giving opportunities aligned with donor interests and organizational priorities Collaborate with the Development Director on revenue forecasting, pipeline management, and progress toward financial targets Create tailored proposals, briefings, and ask strategies that clearly communicate impact, partnering with the Capital Campaign Manager and Program Team to align funding with measurable outcomes Lead high‑touch donor stewardship at events and engagement points, ensuring donors feel valued, connected, and informed, while identifying new networking opportunities to expand access to high‑capacity supporters Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date CRM records of donor interactions and strategies, track and evaluate performance metrics, and produce monthly and quarterly revenue reports on donor and prospect activity Partner with the CRM Analyst and Development Director to identify new portfolio prospects and refine strategies for engagement, retention, and revenue growth using insights from donor research platforms Perform other duties as assigned What Success Looks Like Success is measured by the strength of partnerships and resources mobilized to advance the mission. Indicators include: Major donors actively engaged and investing at meaningful levels Conversations that connect generosity to measurable impact Growing portfolio of high‑capacity donors committed to Atlas Free Clear progression from first connection to significant multi‑year commitments New high‑capacity donors entering the portfolio each year Measurable revenue growth: $1M+ in year one, with a plan to reach $2M annually by years two to three Strong stewardship that increases retention and long‑term giving Disciplined systems and processes for consistent, scalable performance Qualifications 5+ years of successful nonprofit fundraising experience, specializing in major gifts Ability to manage and grow a portfolio of high‑capacity donors with a track record of six‑ and seven‑figure gifts Proven success in acquiring new major donors and securing multi‑year commitments Strong relationship‑building skills with individuals, churches, and corporate partners Highly organized and proactive, capable of managing a large donor portfolio Experience with CRMs such as Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, Virtuous, or Classy A degree in Business, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred Alignment with Atlas Free’s faith‑based mission and values Compensation Anticipated hiring range for this position is $85,000 – $92,000 per year. Final compensation will consider skills, education, experience, credentials, and geographic location. Ranges are informed by industry benchmarks and organizational budget. Benefits Atlas Free provides a robust core benefits package including health and dental insurance, HSA with employer contribution, 403b with employer match, generous paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, and additional fringe benefits designed to support the team. #J-18808-Ljbffr