Major Gifts Associate

WNET; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

WNET is seeking a Major Gifts Associate to coordinate key solicitation and stewardship initiatives, growing the donor pipeline for Major, Planned, and Trustee Giving. You will work closely with the Major and Planned Giving team and donors, communicating via phone, email, and events.

You will manage Salesforce as the primary platform for Major Gifts data, draft donor communications, and support fundraising dashboards and reporting. Hybrid work is available in New York and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple fundraising activities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Office and fundraising databases
• Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising practices and donor relations

Responsibilities

• Coordinate major donor solicitation and stewardship initiatives
• Grow and manage the donor pipeline for Major, Planned, and Trustee Giving
• Draft and edit donor proposals and reports
• Prepare donor messaging and on-air recognition materials
• Create and maintain a Major Giving dashboard; ensure data integrity in Salesforce
• Support development events and donor cultivation activities
• Collaborate with Finance and Gift Processing on forecasts and budgets
• Liaise with Patron and Research on pipeline development

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Salesforce

Fundraising knowledge

Tools

Salesforce

MS Office

Job description

Attention Current Employees: To submit an application for posted positions, please close this window, log into your Workday account and apply through the Career worklet.Instructions for Applicants: To be considered for one of our open positions, please complete our online employment application and submit all required attachments for each posting that is of interest. Once submitted, your application cannot be edited.If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail [e-mail] or call toll-free 1-800-992-7519. This email and phone number have been created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.Job DescriptionThe Major Gifts Associate is a key member of the Major and Planned Giving team, responsible for coordinating and managing key solicitation and stewardship initiatives and working closely with WNET's major and planned giving team and donors. This position will grow the donor pipeline increasing Major, Planned, and Trustee Giving as well as donor engagement. This includes engaging with major donors and trustees on the phone, via email and at events.Responsibilities:Serve as primary point of contact for major donor recognition including acknowledgment on signature series and general on-air recognition;Support the team as needed on funder updates or tune-ins;Monitor Major Giving Unrestricted solicitations and schedule;Liaise with Finance and Gift Processing to update major giving forecasts and reconcile budget projections;Partner with Director of Major and Planned Giving in working with the Patron and Research Departments on new pipeline development work, including maintaining notes on prospects and the team's progress;Serve as Salesforce point person for Major Gifts, including uploading opportunities, updating event lists and working with Dev Ops to resolve issues;Work closely with Development Operations to create a Major Giving dashboard, monitor and maintain data integrity in Salesforce database, in keeping with industry best practices;Draft and edit donor proposals and reports, as needed;Prepare program updates and "one-sheets" with metrics and impact for key series;Draft donor messaging including emails and on-air recognition messages;Staffing and support of development cultivation and stewardship events;Additional duties, as assigned.Qualifications: Qualified candidates will be highly organized and possess excellent verbal/written communication skills with the ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines. Proficiency with research and data analysis also desired. Additional qualifications include:A minimum of one year of experience in non-profit fundraising/development, preferably in individual giving;Proficiency with MS Office required (especially Word, Excel, etc.) and fundraising databases;Knowledge of Salesforce, preferred.This is a hybrid position. The WNET Group reserves the right to change and/or modify the hybrid schedule at its discretion.The WNET Group437 Madison AveNew York, NY 10022www.wnet.orgThe WNET Group believes that diversity is about learning from others who are not the same, and that differences such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, and other statutorily protected characteristics or other ideologies can enhance the work we do in public media. We believe that as a diverse and inclusive organization, recognizing the unique and multiple perspectives of our employees, we can better fulfill our mission. As a public media institution, our message is enhanced by our diverse workforce where everyone is empowered to make a difference.WNET is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, creed, color, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or pregnancy related condition, marital and partnership status, familial status, arrest or conviction record, union membership, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sex offense, unemployment status, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, an employee's or an employee's dependent's sexual and reproductive health decisions, as well as all other classifications protected by applicable laws.The WNET Group offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment. Salary ranges are based on benchmarked nonprofit and industry related data provided by an outside consulting firm and are commensurate with skills and experience. The hiring salary range for this position is $53,000 - $57,000. Internal equity considerations will be reviewed before making a final offer.