Loyal Donor Steward & Major Gifts Lead

The Nature Conservancy; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Loyal Donor Officer to advance a stewardship and cultivation program for loyal donors in Massachusetts. You will secure bequest notifications, steward supporters, and uncover major and planned gift potential while working with fundraising staff to implement tailored cultivation plans.

The ideal candidate has experience with donors, multi-cultural audiences, and a keen attention to detail, with willingness to travel to engage communities and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or equivalent.
• Experience building relationships with donors, volunteers, and staff.
• Experience managing multiple prospects and donors.
• Experience with cross-functional teams.
• Experience or training in fundraising principles.

Responsibilities

• Secure bequest notifications and steward loyal donors.
• Uncover major and planned gift potential.
• Travel as needed to engage donors and cultivate relationships.
• Apply donor-centric approach to cultivation and solicitation.
• Collaborate with fundraising staff across programs.

Skills

Donor relationship building

Prospect management

Cross-functional teamwork

Fundraising principles

Multicultural sensitivity

Listening and diplomacy

Fundraising plans

Major gifts experience

Planned giving knowledge

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Loyal Donor Officer to advance a stewardship and cultivation program for loyal donors in Massachusetts. You will secure bequest notifications, steward supporters, and uncover major and planned gift potential while working with fundraising staff to implement tailored cultivation plans.

The ideal candidate has experience with donors, multi-cultural audiences, and a keen attention to detail, with willingness to travel to engage communities and support