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Senior Fundraising Specialist

2 months ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Development Officer to join our team at the Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a portfolio of high-end annual fund donors with major gift potential, and will provide strategic oversight and implementation of the Whitehead Alumni Network.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work with the Director of Advancement to facilitate all aspects of the Annual Fund appeals, including mailings and electronic communications.
  • Direct communications and solicitations pertaining to the Annual Fund and the Alumni Fund.
  • Manage a portfolio of high-end annual gift donors with major gift potential, and work with the Director of Advancement to create an effective strategy for this portfolio, including moves management plans for key prospects.
  • Track and report relationship management activity, including in-person visits, outreach, and solicitations.
  • Make direct, in-person solicitations, and work with Whitehead leadership and faculty as needed to coordinate donor stewardship, cultivation, and solicitation.
  • Assist with the execution of all IA events, including annual multi-day events, large receptions, and small donor gatherings and dinners, remotely held and in person.
  • Participate in regular Advancement and organization-wide meetings, and develop and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with team members.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of experience and education.
  • A minimum of 3-5 years of successful, demonstrated experience in annual fund and major gifts fundraising, with a priority for those with experience working directly with alumni networks.
  • Must be highly organized, self-motivated, flexible, and able to prioritize.
  • Must be able to multi-task and work well under pressure and deadlines.
  • Must be able to interact comfortably and productively with internal staff, vendors, volunteers, donors, and event attendees.
  • Must be able to manage multiple projects and events simultaneously with great attention to detail.
  • Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Raiser's Edge is a plus.
  • Ability to travel when required for events in other cities.
Company Overview

The Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research is a leading, nonprofit research and educational institution that has defined the cutting edge of biomedical science, creating a legacy of research excellence and academic eminence since 1982. Wholly independent in its governance, finances, and research programs, Whitehead shares a teaching affiliation with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), offering the intellectual, collegial, and scientific benefits of a leading research university.

We offer excellent benefits, including a choice of health insurance options, a generous retirement plan, comprehensive dental, disability, and life insurance coverage, competitive salary, substantial vacation and holiday time, and programs for tuition reimbursement, dependent care assistance, pre-tax spending accounts, and subsidized public transportation or parking. We also offer relocation assistance.

The Whitehead Institute believes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are integral to its values and mission. As a research Institute dedicated to improving human health through biomedical science, we believe that diverse thought invokes creative inquiry, drives innovation, and fuels scientific breakthrough. We welcome all individuals of all backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, veterans status, national origin, disability, marital status, parental status, socioeconomic status, and/or origin. Whitehead Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.