Gift Officer

4 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Communities In Schools of Chicago Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

CIS of Chicago is currently seeking a mid-level fundraising professional to join the team as a Gift Officer. The Gift Officer is a frontline fundraising and donor services position working with individuals and select corporations and foundations. The position is multi-faceted and a pivotal part of the organization's growth. Managing a starting portfolio of more than 50 donors, the Gift Officer will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward contributions of $5,000 and above in support of general operations, program, and program expansion. The Gift Officer will function as part of a highly coordinated Development team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop a strong working knowledge of CIS of Chicago's mission, culture, programs, values, and priorities
  • Promote gratitude in donor cultivation and stewardship
  • Manage and maintain a portfolio of approximately 90 donors giving $5,000 and above, comprised of both individuals, corporations, and select foundations
  • Support the organization's Brighter Futures Campaign by identifying and cultivating prospects with the capacity to make a multi-year commitment of $25,000+
  • Work with select members of the Board of Directors and Leadership Council to leverage and manage donor relationships, stewarding current donors and engaging more major donors
  • Write/prepare letters of request, donor proposals, and other donor communication, as needed
  • Navigate a relationship-oriented, fast-paced workplace
  • Model professionalism, accountability, and aspiration in accordance with CIS culture
  • Other duties as assigned as part of a growing collaborative team

DESIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

  • Passion for serving the most vulnerable children and commitment to the equity and social justice issues central to CIS of Chicago's mission
  • Capacity to interact comfortably with major donors and the Board Directors and Leadership Council
  • Superior organizational function and adaptability; able to independently cultivate and manage donor relationships
  • Ability to draft compelling donor proposals and donor correspondence
  • Aptitude to create and implement new programs and opportunities for donors/clients/customers

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience preferred; role is well-suited for candidates with direct fundraising experience
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Bachelor's degree

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