Full Time Fundraiser

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Individual Giving Manager

Full Time Professional Pasadena, Pasadena, CA, US 1 Attachments

To lead the way toward a compassionate and caring community for all animals.

We commit to best practice and professional development through continuous education.

We value honest and transparent communication and decision making using evidence based practices.

We value teamwork in our organization and partnerships with our community to deliver exceptional service.

We show compassion, care, respect and empathy to all animals and humans without prejudice or discrimination.

JOB TITLE INDIVIDUAL GIVING MANAGER

FT/PT : Full-Time

The Individual Giving Manager is responsible for the strategic identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual prospects with capacity at the $1,200 + level. The position will manage a portfolio of prospects and work independently and collaboratively across the organization to deepen the major gifts pipeline and secure meaningful gifts for Pasadena Humane.

Maintain a personal portfolio of major gift prospects (defined as those giving a gift of $1,200+ in support of Pasadena Humane), as well as those donors and prospects that have the capacity to give at the major gift level or higher.

Develop collaborative solicitation strategies for donors / prospects in support of Pasadena Humane; Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of 100 to 150 prospects, developing and implementing a written donor strategy and relationship record of all interactions.

Support the fundraising efforts of the Chief Philanthropy Officer, executive team and CEO in securing new and renewed gifts.

Work with the Development team and other relevant Pasadena Humane staff to strategize and help execute cultivation and stewardship events for major donors and prospects. Be a visible presence at special events, such as major donor cultivation events and fundraisers. Effectively use donor communications materials including (but not limited to) letters, emails, and tailored outreach materials.

Ensure that volunteer communications related to major gift donor cultivation is clear, timely and complete.

Working with the Chief Philanthropy Officer develop a strategy for outreach to and stewardship of planned giving prospects and donors.

Convey the organization’s mission to the community, donors, and volunteers while maintaining tact, diplomacy, and confidentiality.

Record contacts in database and maintains accurate donor records and up-to-date major donor files.

Partner with the Gift Processing Manager and team for timely gift processing, database research and administrative support.

Enforces and adheres to operational standards regarding safety and risk management. Upholds Pasadena Humane’s mission and Core Values and contributes to building a culture of philanthropy.

Participates as needed in special projects.

Minimum 5 years of work experience in donor relations in a non-profit organization. Experience in animal welfare or animal shelter preferred.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in communications or a related field. Proficient in MS Office, CRM and social media platforms.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a solid foundation in composing donor stewardship materials. Significant experience in writing, editing, and proofreading copy for a variety of audiences.

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Must provide positive, proactive customer service