Major Gifts Officer

Goddard Riverside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Goddard Riverside seeks an experienced Major Gifts Officer to build and expand our major gifts program in New York. You will manage a portfolio of 75–100 donors and prospects, cultivating relationships and leading stewardship of transformational investments.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will develop strategies to raise major gift revenue, engage Board members, and coordinate cross-functionally with the Development Office to support the organization’s mission and growth.

Qualifications

• Experienced and entrepreneurial Major Gifts Officer with a track record in growing major gifts programs.
• Manages a donor portfolio of 75–100 donors and prospects, building relationships and pipelines.
• Leads cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of transformational philanthropic investments.
• Collaborates across Development Office to align donor strategy with organizational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to increase major gift revenue.
• Deepen engagement with Board members and key volunteers.
• Own donor strategy and portfolio management while coordinating with colleagues.

Job description

Intro/Program Description

Goddard Riverside strives toward a fair and just society where all people can make choices that lead to better lives for themselves and their families. We are one of New York City’s leading human services organizations with an annual operating budget of approximately $90 million. Our programs serve more than 20,000 people annually, preparing children and youth for success; supporting self-sufficiency; enriching the lives of older adults; promoting behavioral health; fighting homelessness; and strengthening families and communities.

Purpose of Position

Goddard Riverside is seeking an experienced and entrepreneurial Major Gifts Officer to help build and expand our major gifts program at a pivotal moment in the organization's growth. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Major Gifts Officer will manage a portfolio of 75-100 donors and prospects, deepen engagement with Board members and key volunteers, and play a leadership role in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of transformational philanthropic investments. The Major Gifts Officer will develop and execute strategies to increase major gift revenue, strengthen donor relationships, and support a comprehensive fundraising campaign that advances Goddard Riverside's mission and strategic priorities. This position is ideal for a relationship-driven fundraiser who thrives on connecting donors with meaningful opportunities to create impact and who enjoys building systems and strategies in a growing development program.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated fundraiser who enjoys both independent responsibility and collaborative partnership. As the organization's dedicated major gifts professional, they will be comfortable taking ownership of donor strategy and portfolio management while working closely with colleagues across the Development Office and throughout Goddard Riverside. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled fundraiser to help shape the future of philanthropy at Goddard Riverside. As the organization invests in expanding its major gifts efforts and prepares for significant fundraising initiatives, the Major Gifts Officer will play a critical role in building donor relationships and securing the resources necessary to advance our mission.

Hours

Hours: 10:00am to 6:00pm, some evening and morning events

Compensation

Compensation: $103,000- $115,000