Development Officer, Major Gifts & Campaigns

Sealaska Heritage Institute; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sealaska Heritage Institute is seeking a Development Officer to manage comprehensive philanthropy efforts. You will develop multi-year fundraising campaigns and oversee major gift functions. The candidate should have experience in managing relationships with major donors and a solid understanding of non-profit management. This full-time role requires leadership skills, budgeting experience, and knowledge of Southeast Alaska Native culture. The position is based in Juneau, Alaska.

Qualifications

• Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with businesses and major donors.
• Experience managing a geographically dispersed team in a fundraising context.

Responsibilities

• Manage major gift functions to meet fundraising goals.
• Develop and execute multi-year fundraising campaigns.
• Coordinate with staff and volunteers for program funding.
• Lead the Trustee Philanthropy Committee in fundraising efforts.

Skills

Effective leadership, management and training skills.

Excellent communication and writing skills

Expert knowledge of major gifts giving

Understanding of non-profit management practices

Knowledge of Southeast Alaska Native culture and languages

Education

Experience in planning and delivering budgetary responsibilities

Training in charitable giving principles

Job description

Sealaska Heritage Institute is seeking a Development Officer to manage comprehensive philanthropy efforts. You will develop multi-year fundraising campaigns and oversee major gift functions. The candidate should have experience in managing relationships with major donors and a solid understanding of non-profit management. This full-time role requires leadership skills, budgeting experience, and knowledge of Southeast Alaska Native culture. The position is based in Juneau, Alaska.