Associate Development Officer - Major and Legacy Giving

choa; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta seeks a dynamic development professional to support the Foundation’s fundraising programs. You will cultivate prospects, coordinate annual fund efforts, and work with leadership to implement a comprehensive donor solicitation system.

The role emphasizes donor recognition, strategic planning, and maintaining accurate donor records to sustain revenue growth through successful campaigns and events.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising and donor relations required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze donor data and prepare proposals.

Responsibilities

• Uses moves management philosophy to cultivate prospects by mail, telephone, personal meetings, and proposals.
• Supports annual goals and implements action plans to maximize fundraising support.
• Works with Foundation leadership to implement a comprehensive solicitation program.
• Identifies potential prospects and grows the donor base.
• Represents the organization at community functions and nurtures relationships.
• Helps achieve revenue targets while managing cost to raise a dollar.
• Maintains up-to-date records on prospects and donors via fundraising software.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Financial analysis

Proposal writing

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, English, or related field

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

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Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

8:00 AM

Shift End Time

5:00 PM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Provides support to assigned areas of the Foundation. Establishes and maintains comprehensive programs and services that meet the demands of healthcare fundraising and fulfill the vision and mission of the Foundation in an organized, effective, innovative, and cost-effective manner. Broadens and maximizes support for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Provides exceptional donor recognition and value for gifts.

Experience

• 3 years of experience in development/fundraising
• 1 year of experience in successful solicitation of $10,000 major gifts
• 1 year of experience in successful annual fund coordination and gift solicitation in the $1-$9,999 donor segment
• Experience in direct mail

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Raiser's Edge software
• Experience in public speaking and event coordination

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, English, or related field

Certification Summary

• No professional certifications required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent team building, communication, customer service, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Aptitude for conflict resolution, problem-solving, strategic planning and evaluations, and financial analysis
• Must have the ability to represent Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in a credible, effective manner among friends of the hospital, trustees, parents, individuals, corporations, and foundations
• Must possess excellent skills related to organization of work priorities, have the ability to meet multiple deadlines, and work well under pressure
• Demonstrated professional educational enhancement such as through seminars and advanced training
• Knowledge of computer fundraising software
• Demonstrates team player attitude and positive approach
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical settings
• Knowledge and understanding of hematology/oncology clinical setting
• Proven writing skills, including thorough knowledge and demonstrated accuracy of correct grammar
• Skilled in conducting research online and via other resources

Job Responsibilities

• Uses moves management philosophy to cultivate prospects by mail, telephone, personal meetings, and proposals.
• Supports annual goals and implements action plans in assigned areas which maximize Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta fundraising support.
• Works closely with Foundation leadership and other Foundation teams to implement a comprehensive systemwide solicitation program in assigned areas, encouraging ongoing support and stewarding prospects and donors through the fundraising continuum.
• Implements strategies for identifying potential prospects and growing donor base.
• Represents Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta appropriately at miscellaneous community functions to network and nurture new and existing relationships.
• Helps achieve annual revenue and other targets in areas of responsibility while minimizing cost to raise a dollar.
• Maintains close association with and expert knowledge of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
• Maintains up-to-date records on both prospects and donors via Raiser’s Edge.
• Supports and encourages staff professional development by communicating with peers in other organizations to generate new fundraising ideas.
• Participates in educational programs, professional organizations, and development activities to maintain knowledge of national trends and promote leading-edge performance.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

1575 Northeast Expy NE

Job Family

Government/Community Affairs