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Major Gifts Fundraising Specialist

2 months ago

Houston, Texas, United States DePelchin Children's Center Full time
Position Overview

Role: Fundraising Professional - Major Gifts

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Reports to: Director of Donor Relations

Location: Houston, TX

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, Generous Paid Time Off, Retirement matching options

Position Summary:

The Donor Relations Officer is tasked with the creation and execution of strategies aimed at identifying, qualifying, engaging, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift donors. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio of donors and prospects, which includes individuals, foundations, and corporations, with a primary focus on securing significant contributions from individual benefactors. The Officer will be accountable for achieving annual revenue goals and will collaborate closely with the Director of Donor Relations to implement comprehensive strategies that align with established financial objectives.

Essential Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree is mandatory.
  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in fundraising is required.
  • Proficient in general office technology and software, including personal computers, smartphones, printers, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with constituent relationship management (CRM) systems is advantageous.

Work Environment:

  • Hybrid setting: Office and Community
  • Schedule: Monday to Friday, with flexibility from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm, including occasional evenings or weekends.
  • Travel: Frequent local travel is required (must possess reliable transportation and valid Texas Driver License).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • In-depth understanding of fundraising methodologies.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills, with persuasive capabilities.
  • Ability to maintain organization while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Effective networking skills with diverse populations.
  • Competence in public speaking and presenting to groups.
  • Proven track record of building relationships with supporters leading to financial contributions.
  • Ability to perform duties that foster teamwork among departmental and agency staff, supporting the agency's philosophy, policies, and procedures.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.
  • Goal-oriented mindset.

DePelchin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DePelchin is dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidates for each position without any form of unlawful discrimination. We are committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), marital or parental status, veteran status, religion, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, or political affiliation.

DePelchin Children's Center is devoted to supporting children and their families. We provide a range of services designed to ensure that all children are in safe, nurturing environments. Our approach employs evidence-based practices and strategies to prevent maltreatment, maintain healthy families, and facilitate healing for children who have experienced trauma, thereby enhancing their physical and mental well-being.