Loyal Donor Steward & Major Gifts Officer

The Nature Conservancy; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Great benefits

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Loyal Donor Officer in Minneapolis, MN, to secure bequest notifications, steward our most loyal supporters, and uncover major gift potential. The role works closely with the fundraising staff to advance donor-centric cultivation and solicitation across local, regional, and global conservation projects.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience, strong donor relations skills, multilingual ability, and a proven track record in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience or an equivalent combination.
• Experience building relationships with donors, volunteers, and staff.
• Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects and donors.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principles and practices.
• Multilingual; multi-cultural; cross cultural experience and background an asset.
• Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity and potential for helping the Conservancy meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s work.
• Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate donors and volunteers.
• Ability to implement and manage fundraising plans, including individualized cultivation, solicitation and recognition plans.
• Major gift and direct fundraising experience.
• Knowledge of current trends in charitable giving, specifically planned giving.
• High level of self‑motivation and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Secure bequest notifications and steward loyal supporters.
• Uncover major and planned gift potential.
• Work closely with fundraising staff to secure donations.
• Travel as needed to engage donors and prospects.
• Apply donor-centric cultivation and solicitation strategies.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Loyal Donor Officer in Minneapolis, MN, to secure bequest notifications, steward our most loyal supporters, and uncover major gift potential. The role works closely with the fundraising staff to advance donor-centric cultivation and solicitation across local, regional, and global conservation projects.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of related experience, strong donor relations skills, multilingual ability, and a proven track record in