Major Gifts Officer

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to enhance its fundraising efforts. In this impactful role, you will identify, cultivate, and solicit major gift prospects while working collaboratively with a dedicated philanthropy team. Your expertise in relationship management and proposal writing will be crucial in advancing the institution's mission. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess strong communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team of over 35,000 professionals committed to improving lives and making a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience in fundraising or philanthropy.
• Ability to travel locally/regionally for meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate major gift prospects and donors.
• Prepare persuasive proposals and solicitation materials.
• Collaborate with the Philanthropy Office on strategies.

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship Management

Proposal Writing

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database Management

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Job Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

FLSA Status: Exempt

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting individual major gift prospects and donors in a healthcare environment. Serves as a member of the philanthropy team, developing and managing major gift strategies, and representing the institution among volunteer leadership and public audiences as a frontline fundraiser.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Advance the institution's major gifts program by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors, with attention to high-end annual fund donors with major gift capacity.
2. Build and manage a personal portfolio of major gift prospects, working with leadership and volunteers to develop tailored strategies.
3. Foster cooperation and shared purpose within the organization to support development plans and strategies.
4. Contribute to strategic planning and the development of division goals.
5. Prepare persuasive proposals, solicitation letters, and materials to communicate effectively with prospects and donors.
6. Establish and maintain relationships with key staff and medical professionals, demonstrating understanding of healthcare issues.
7. Collaborate on prospect management strategies with the Philanthropy Office.
8. Participate in annual planning, reviewing activities and setting future goals.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years of related experience required.
• Ability to travel locally/regionally for face-to-face, phone, and written contact.
• Demonstrate teamwork, resourcefulness, results orientation, optimism, and trust.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and web-based applications, including complex document production and database management.

Core Competencies:

• Decision Making: Guided by instructions, able to recommend solutions for moderate issues.
• Problem Solving: Able to analyze and interpret varied situations.
• Independence of Action: Follow procedures, set priorities, seek help when needed.
• Written & Oral Communications: Effectively communicate complex information in writing and verbally.
• Knowledge & Team Work: Demonstrate full knowledge of standard practices and collaborate effectively.
• Customer Service: Provide high-quality service, resolve issues promptly and respectfully.

All staff must be vaccinated against influenza and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement.

Join more than 35,000 dedicated professionals making a difference in healthcare.

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