Philanthropy Officer

20 hours ago

Providence, Rhode Island, United States Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Philanthropy Officer to join our team at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Chief Philanthropy Officer with the administration of our fundraising program and the execution of our tactical fundraising plan.

Key Responsibilities
  • Annual Giving and Alumni Relations
    • Acquire new donors, encourage renewals, upgrades, and stewardship of individual donors.
    • Assist with direct mail and e-news campaigns, coordinating communication and solicitation strategies.
    • Generate and post social media content as part of the integrated donor communications plan.
  • Special Events
    • Assist with BGCP's events, primarily the annual golf tournament, by preparing event budgets, coordinating logistics, obtaining sponsorships, and soliciting gifts.
    • Work with corporate community partners on BGCP-related projects.
    • Events consist of annual fundraising golf tournament and smaller 3 to 5 community events per year.
  • Staff Volunteer Committees
    • Assist in organizing, managing, and supporting volunteer committees comprised of community members, alumni, and donors for fundraising efforts.
  • Data Management
    • Help identify potential prospects, maintain prospect lists and tracking charts, and retain records necessary for finance and audit purposes.
  • Administrative Support
    • Provide administrative support for all fundraising, including the development of collateral materials for meetings, donor cultivation and solicitation, and special events.
    • Coordinate timely production of materials, gift recording, produce acknowledgment letters, and donor stewardship reports.
Requirements and Personal Capabilities
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
  • A minimum of three years fundraising experience with a not-for-profit agency, educational institution, or association.
  • Knowledge and experience with fund-raising techniques and best practices, marketing, and communications.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Advanced proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media marketing.
  • Knowledge of accessing and managing Raisers Edge Donor Database or similar.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of accounting procedures related to fundraising.
  • Ability to establish and maintain strong, positive, and effective working relationships with the Club staff, Board, volunteers, donors, community groups, and others.
  • Strong communications skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passion for the mission, the Clubs' programs, and the child and youth population served.
  • Entrepreneurial by nature, enjoys meeting new individuals and corporate leaders, self-starter who enjoys establishing new relationships on behalf of the organization.
  • Resilient, creative, positive, respects others, and of the highest professional integrity.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (Employer pays 75% of premiums).
  • Life and AD&D insurance (Employer pays 100% of premiums).
  • Long-Term Disability insurance (Employer pays 100% of premium).
  • Retirement plan 401K eligibility after one year (featuring 3% Employer contribution, optional Employee contribution through payroll deduction, with Employer match of Employee contribution up to an additional 5%).
  • 30 days Paid Time Off annually (includes approximately 5 specific mandatory PTO days annually).
  • Approximately 10-12 paid holidays each year (in addition to PTO).
Equal Employment Opportunity

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

  • Director of Strategic Philanthropy

    1 week ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Strategic Philanthropy to join our team at InsideHigherEd. The successful candidate will play a key role in executing our organization's vision for strategic philanthropy, identifying, cultivating, and stewarding high-level donors and prospects.Key ResponsibilitiesRepresent the...

  • Strategic Philanthropy Director

    21 hours ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryThe Director of Strategic Philanthropy will play a vital role in executing the Office's vision, identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding prospects and donors with a particular focus on planned giving and complex gift strategies. This position will participate in the administration and strategic direction of the Office of Planned Giving...

  • Parent Giving and Engagement Officer

    3 days ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Parent Giving and Engagement Officer to join our team at InsideHigherEd. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to engage and cultivate the philanthropic parent community, with a focus on non-alumni parents.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement...

  • Parent Giving and Engagement Officer

    4 minutes ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryThe Parent Giving and Engagement Officer is a key member of the Parent and Family Giving team, responsible for developing and executing engagement events for the philanthropic parent community. This role requires a personable and energetic individual with excellent interpersonal communication, written communication, and project management...

  • Philanthropy Support Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States Trinity Repertory Co Full time

    Job Type:Full-timePosition Overview:The Donor Services & Data Specialist plays a pivotal role within the Development Department, reporting directly to the Director of Institutional Advancement. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and is an annual full-time role.Compensation:$47,000-$52,000/year based on qualifications, along with a competitive benefits...

  • Development and Engagement Coordinator

    1 week ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Philanthropy Officer to join our team at InsideHigherEd. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing engagement events for the philanthropic parent community, as well as coordinating the Parents Executive Committee and the Parents Leadership Council.Key...

  • Parent Engagement and Philanthropy Coordinator

    2 weeks ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Parent Giving and Engagement OfficerThe Parent Giving and Engagement Officer plays a vital role within the Parent and Family Giving team at a prestigious academic institution. This position is focused on crafting innovative strategies, orchestrating events, managing committees, and delivering administrative assistance to enhance parental involvement and...

  • Senior Leadership Giving Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Philanthropy Manager to join our team at InsideHigherEd. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of high-level donors and prospects, with a focus on securing major gifts to support the university's strategic initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement...

  • Senior Executive Director, Major Gifts

    5 days ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States Rhode Island School of Design Full time

    Job SummaryThe Rhode Island School of Design seeks a seasoned Strategic Philanthropy Leader to oversee the Planned Giving and Major Gifts programs. This key role will lead the Major and Planned Gifts team, developing and executing comprehensive program strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward assigned program prospects.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, manage,...

  • Parent Relations Specialist

    1 week ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryThe Strategic Engagement Officer will play a pivotal role in developing and executing engagement strategies for the philanthropic parent community at Brown University. This individual will be responsible for coordinating events, managing relationships, and providing administrative support to the senior director.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...

  • Philanthropic Community Developer

    7 days ago

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States InsideHigherEd Full time

    Job SummaryThe Strategic Engagement Officer will play a pivotal role in developing and executing engagement strategies for the philanthropic parent community at Brown University. This individual will be responsible for coordinating events, managing relationships, and providing administrative support to the senior director.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    1 week ago

    Providence, United States Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence Full time

    TITLE: Philanthropy Manager Reports To: Chief Philanthropy OfficerFLSA Status: Exempt, SalariedCompensation: $65,000 to $80,000 annuallyBenefits package: described belowPRIMARY FUNCTION:The Philanthropy Officer will assist the Chief Philanthropy Officer with administration of BGCP’s fundraising program and execution of its tactical fundraising plan. They...

  • Philanthropy Manager

    6 days ago

    Providence, United States Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence Full time

    TITLE: Philanthropy ManagerReports To: Chief Philanthropy OfficerFLSA Status: Exempt, SalariedCompensation: $65,000 to $80,000 annuallyBenefits package: described belowTo apply: Apply through this portal, and please include a cover letter with your resumePRIMARY FUNCTION:The Philanthropy Officer will assist the Chief Philanthropy Officer with administration...