Individual Giving Officer

INDIVIDUAL GIVING OFFICER: FULL-TIME

Who is Easterseals Redwood?

At Easterseals Redwood, we believe in the power of purpose and the power of work . We empower children and adults with disabilities, military veterans, and people facing disadvantages in our region to live full and meaningful lives. Our programs are designed to meet individuals where they are -- to enrich education, expand employment, enhance health, and elevate our communities.

By 2030, 10,000 people each year will say Easterseals Redwood makes their lives better. As one of the largest human service providers in the region, our team members won't rest until every one of us is valued, respected, and accepted .

Easterseals Redwood operates a ~$30 million annual budget, with a fundraising target of $4M in 2026 and a goal to increase giving each year. In 2024, we completed a $30 million capital campaign and opened The Farmer Family Foundation Regional Impact Campus in Walnut Hills as a hub for our work throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

Our Values: Believe in people, Joy, Inclusion, Curiosity, Impact, and Courage

Why join Easterseals Redwood as the Director of Advancement :

• Competitive salary, flexible schedules!
• PTO and Extended Illness Time
• Health Insurance options
• 401 K Retirement Plan with a company match
• Dental and Vision Insurance options
• Disability Insurance options
• Education and Professional Development Assistance
• Free daily lunch (Kentucky campus)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 10 Paid holidays
• Public Service Loan Eligible Employer
• Growth Opportunities, inclusive environment, supportive management!

Position Summary:
The Individual Giving Officer is a member of the Advancement team and is responsible for developing and executing strategies that increase, diversify, and sustain mid-level and major gifts from individuals for Easterseals Redwood's programs in the service areas of Military & Veterans, Disabilities, and Workforce Development. This position's primary focus is generating revenue from individual donors, the largest source of philanthropic funds for the organization. The Individual Giving Officer is responsible for stewarding existing donor relationships and prospecting for new support through research and outreach. The ideal candidate is a relationship-oriented professional who can connect donors to the mission of Easterseals Redwood, leading to increased retention, acquisition, and giving.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of up to 150 donors through effective communication and ongoing stewardship with a goal to increase engagement and giving
• Develop and implement strategies for retention, cultivation, and solicitation of existing and new donors
• Utilize data and research tools to identify new opportunities and giving trends to grow contributions
• Maintain accurate records of all interactions with donors using agency's fundraising database, Raiser's Edge NXT
• Serve as a resource and collaborative team member. Attend events as needed to engage with donors
• Other duties as assigned

Professional Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Ability to connect with donors and build relationships that lead to increased donor engagement
• Creative problem solving and strategic thinking that help to move the Advancement team toward yearly goals
• Self-motivated and able to work independently when needed
• Business-professional dress and friendly demeanor

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum two to four years proven success in fundraising/development or sales and marketing
• Creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and meet new people
• Experience with donor database or CRM
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work a standard schedule, with flexibility for occasional evening and weekend events.

If you're someone that is passionate about making a difference and would like the opportunity to do just that every day, a career at Easterseals Redwood may be for you. We are currently hiring and encouraging anyone interested in becoming part of an organization with a mission-driven, relationship-focused, joy-filled culture to apply.