Leader, Major Gifts & Legacy Fundraising

VIER PFOTEN International; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dog-friendly workplace

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid work option

Pension fund after probation

PAWSdays and birthday leave

Job summary

FOUR PAWS Austria is seeking a dedicated Major Gifts and Leadership Giving lead to steer the fundraising program, manage the team of major donor and legacy fundraisers, and drive leadership giving strategies across the organization.

You will collaborate with national and international teams in the DACH region, manage budgets and KPIs, and represent the Austrian office at events. A commitment to animal welfare and the mission is essential.

Qualifications

• Several years of fundraising experience, ideally in major gifts or leadership giving.
• Fluency in German and strong English language skills.
• Leadership experience with ability to motivate, coach and develop teams.
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Passion for animal welfare and commitment to FOUR PAWS' mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the team of Major Donor, Mid-Level Donor and Legacy Fundraisers at FOUR PAWS Austria on strategic and operational levels.
• Develop and implement Leadership Giving strategies, processes and fundraising plans including donor acquisition, cultivation, stewardship and retention strategies.
• Collaborate with national and international teams across the DACH region for information sharing.
• Drive development, implementation and improvement of Leadership Giving.
• Manage budgets, KPIs and reporting for Leadership Giving activities.
• Represent FOUR PAWS Austria at partner, networking and events.
• Play a key role in annual fundraising planning and ensure successful initiatives.
• Oversee complex donor cases and support strategic donor cultivation and relationship management.

Skills

Leadership

Fundraising

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Budget management

Team motivation

Job description

FOUR PAWS Austria is seeking a dedicated Major Gifts and Leadership Giving lead to steer the fundraising program, manage the team of major donor and legacy fundraisers, and drive leadership giving strategies across the organization.

You will collaborate with national and international teams in the DACH region, manage budgets and KPIs, and represent the Austrian office at events. A commitment to animal welfare and the mission is essential.