PRINCIPAL GIVING MANAGER

Work Location : US - Atlanta, GA Type of Post : Not Applicable Other Possible Location : Funding : APPROVED Expected Travel : up to 10% Type of Contract : Language Requirement : English Application Deadline : Employee Duration : Full-Time

Pay Range Details


$81,083.95 - $113,112.11 Annually
USA Grade F


* Starting salaries are based on various factors, including candidate experience, education, knowledge, skills, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

Who We Are:

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people globally. We do this by focusing on our mission and vision , and the values of equality and excellence that guide our organization. We seek dedicated individuals who align with our mission and are passionate about making it a reality by collaborating with others, embracing learning and innovation, and delivering results.

What We Are Looking For:
At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non-traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career at CARE.

Job Title: PRINCIPAL GIVING MANAGER

Job Location(s): US - Atlanta, GA

JOB SUMMARY:

The Principal Gifts Manager provides high-level strategic and operational support to the Principal Giving team of a global NGO, with a primary focus on enabling and enhancing the work of the Executive Director and Relationship Managers (RMs) responsible for cultivating and stewarding ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, and anonymous donors. This role ensures that donor portfolios are managed with white-glove service, communication is timely and tailored, and internal coordination reflects the highest standard of support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Donor Engagement Support

• Partner closely with Principal Giving RMs to implement tailored engagement strategies for assigned donors, aligned with individual interests and institutional priorities.
• Manage and track RM outreach calendars, proactively recommending engagement touchpoints and supporting pre- and post-meeting follow-through.
• Maintain quality control of all donor-facing materials to ensure a high degree of polish and professionalism, ensuring content aligns with donor expectations, tone preferences, and communication style.
• Conduct preliminary background research on high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and/or coordinate with the Research team to prepare comprehensive donor research panels that inform strategic engagement.

Executive-Level Meeting and Event Support

• Provide logistical support for donor meetings, site visits, and virtual events led by the Principal Giving team, including coordination of agendas, travel, and materials.
• Ensure appropriate internal briefings and post-meeting documentation-including detailed meeting notes, action items, and follow-up communications-are drafted with clarity and discretion, and completed in a timely, organized, and professional manner to support ongoing donor strategy and internal coordination.
• Coordinate VIP experiences at CARE events, site visits, and virtual engagements assuring tailored, high-touch moments that reflect donor interests, elevate institutional priorities, and reinforce CARE's gratitude and partnership.

Portfolio and Pipeline Management

• Maintain accurate donor records and pipelines in Salesforce, including tracking gift opportunities, action steps, and engagement history.
• Flag emerging portfolio needs, data gaps, or follow-up actions and coordinate closely with RMs and other internal stakeholders to resolve them.
• Coordinate with Major Gifts Operations Specialist to ensure gifts are accurately recorded, receipted, and acknowledged.
• Monitor and support complex gifts (e.g., DAFs, stock, family foundation contributions), ensuring timely and customized stewardship responses.

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience in a nonprofit environment
- 4-6 years of experience in fundraising, high-level executive support or donor relations.
- Experience working with C-suite executives, major donors, or board members, with strong judgment and discretion.
- Superior writing and editing skills with demonstrated ability to produce compelling donor communications and briefing documents.
- Proficiency in Salesforce (or similar CRM), Microsoft Office, and project management tools.
- Highly organized, meticulous, and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in mid-to-large nonprofit setting

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CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

Starting salaries are based on internal equity, candidate experience, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

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