Regional Philanthropy Partner

Job Description: Job Description: Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else – it’s as much something you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world’s largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never stop changing lives and situations for the better. When you choose to be a force for good, you’ll have mentors who empower your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life’s work with an ongoing mission that’s bigger than all of us. As you care for others, you’re cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do while at work. Where Your Career is a Force for Good! The American Red Cross is currently seeking aRegion Philanthropy Officer-to support the Southern California Region.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

We are looking for a Regional Philanthropy Officer who will meet fundraising goals and objectives and connect with ourIndividualdonors to serve our mission. In this role, you will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective regional donors in expanding their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD:

Work with the local fundraising teamto develop and execute ongoing regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of donor contributions, as well as recapture from previous donors. Work collaboratively with other departments and fundraising staff to create customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the organization and the interests of the donor/prospect. Solicit assigned donor portfolios through face-to-face visits and virtual meetings including preparation of personalized materials. Meet personal annual revenue targets by working with an assigned portfolio of donors and prospects. Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross. Maintain donor records within our database management tool. (Salesforce) Assist donors in creating meaning in their lives by giving to the American Red Cross. This position is a blend of work-from-home, in-person meetings with donors, and an occasional team meeting in the local office. Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate. Pay Information: The salary range for this position is $83,270. - $88,700. - + Yearly Incentive Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have, and comparison to other employees already in this role.

WHAT YOU NEEDTO SUCCEED:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experiencerequiredwith minimum five years of sales and/or fundraising experiencerequired.Combination of candidate’s education andgeneral experiencesatisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education andgeneral experienceyears combined. Proven experience in developing strategies for donor retention, growth, and recapture, and proven success with complex requests is required. A current valid driver’s license and a good driving record is required. Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com). Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. Travel: Frequent travel within the Region is required.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:

Great interpersonal skills, commitment to the cause and adaptability. Fundraising and sales expertise with Southern California funding community highly desirable.

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes: Medical, Dental Vision plans Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays 401K with up to 6% match Paid Family Leave Employee Assistance Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term Service Awards and recognition The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. _ Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local laws._ AmeriCorps, the federal agency that brings people together through service, and its partners — the Peace Corps, AmeriCorps Alums, National Peace Corps Association, and the Service Year Alliance — launched Employers of National Service to connect national service alumni with opportunities in the workforce. American Red Cross is proud to be an EONS partner and share our employment opportunities with the network of organizations. Interested in Volunteering? Visitredcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights #J-18808-Ljbffr American Red Cross