Loyal Donor Steward & Major Gifts Officer

The Nature Conservancy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Great benefits

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Loyal Donor Officer to advance bequest notifications, steward loyal supporters, and identify major and planned gift potential. This role is based in New York with flexibility within NY State, including Rochester, and involves collaborating with fundraising staff.

Ideal candidates will bring donor-relations experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment while traveling as needed to support campaigns and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years related experience.
• Experience building relationships with donors, volunteers, and staff.
• Experience managing multiple prospects and donors.
• Experience with fundraising principles and practices.
• Multilingual or cross-cultural experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Secure bequest notifications and steward loyal donors.
• Uncover major and planned gift potential.
• Collaborate with fundraising staff and cross-functional teams.
• Travel within NY as needed.
• Maintain attention to detail in donor relations.

Skills

Donor relations

Prospect management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a Loyal Donor Officer to advance bequest notifications, steward loyal supporters, and identify major and planned gift potential. This role is based in New York with flexibility within NY State, including Rochester, and involves collaborating with fundraising staff.

Ideal candidates will bring donor-relations experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment while traveling as needed to support campaigns and