Senior Philanthropic Advisor

1 day ago

Baltimore, Maryland, United States Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service Full time
Transforming Communities with a Mission-Driven Organization

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of newcomers? Do you have a strong background in major gift development and a passion for working with a mission-driven organization? We are seeking a Senior Philanthropic Advisor to join our team at Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS).

About the Role

The Senior Philanthropic Advisor will be responsible for building and managing a robust major gifts portfolio within assigned areas, with aggressive goals for revenue growth. This role will work closely with the Director for Development, the Chief Development and Mobilization Officer, and the Prospect Research Team to identify and cultivate major gift prospects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement a strategic plan for major gift fundraising, including identifying and cultivating prospects, creating and executing solicitation strategies, and stewarding donors.
  • Work closely with the Leadership Gifts Team to upgrade existing donors into major donors in assigned territories.
  • Actively engage donors in assigned portfolios in the moves management process through the stages of discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
  • Solicit major and transformational gifts, including multi-year gifts and five-figure and six-figure gifts.
  • Lead and manage the Prospect Research Team, which is focused on strategically guiding and directing the Philanthropic Advisors in setting their monthly Moves Management for each donor in their portfolios.
  • Travel to assigned region/territory; conduct local donor visits and organize local events with donors.
  • Support the Mobilization Team with congregational and faith community engagements with potential for major gifts as needed.
  • Write gift proposals and make other asks designed to meet or exceed budget goals, with a strong focus on fundraising for new privately funded programs.
  • Maintain and manage a stewardship calendar for reporting to donors in portfolios.
  • Design and apply a custom cultivation strategy to each donor and prospect in their pipeline.
  • Coordinate and attend internal strategy meetings to determine and define the areas of greatest fundraising needs.
  • Provide oversight of all wealth screenings and profile creation for the CEO and Presidents Office.
  • Support the CEO in donor engagement when needed.
Requirements
  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant field with at least 7 years of experience in major gift development or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A minimum of 2 years experience in leading and managing a team.
  • Respect for colleagues and a passion to collaborate.
  • Excellent oral and written abilities; experience writing/assisting in the writing of compelling proposals.
  • Strong relationship management skills and experience with relationship-based fundraising.
  • Analytical proficiency and an ability to synthesize research, make connections across diverse issue and program areas, and develop logic frames and sensible timelines.
  • Ability to facilitate work with program staff to synthesize information for proposals and reports.
  • Commitment to meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to work with complex, evolving issues and quickly develop expertise.
  • Knowledge of data management systems; experience with Salesforce preferred.
  • Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, and other Microsoft software is essential.
  • Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and to manage- up.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to navigate and collaborate with a diverse workforce.
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% and work some evenings and weekends.
About Global Refuge

Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills, and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities.

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