Major Gifts Officer: Build Hope & Donor Impact

Christian-Appalachian-Project; Idle Hour (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) match

Generous PTO and holidays

Caregiver and parental leave

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Supplemental Insurance Plans

Job summary

Christian-Appalachian-Project in Lexington, KY is seeking a Major Gift Officer to manage a donor portfolio and cultivate relationships for gifts of $5,000+. The role involves using discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship skills to advance donor engagement and annual fundraising goals.

The position requires a 4+ year track record in related field, a 4-year degree, and a valid Kentucky driver’s license. CAP offers comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in related field required
• Extensive related experience may substitute for education requirements
• Valid Kentucky Driver's License and clean driving record required
• CAP Driving Certification (or ability to obtain within first 90 days) required
• CFRE or CFRM preferred

Responsibilities

• Manages a tiered portfolio of 125-150 donors and prospects from an assigned territory with emphasis on increasing giving value
• Develops and executes discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Participates in CAP activities and Major Donor events
• Engages in professional development and cross-department learning

Skills

Donor relations

Portfolio management

CRM navigation

Relationship cultivation

Solicitation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Christian-Appalachian-Project in Lexington, KY is seeking a Major Gift Officer to manage a donor portfolio and cultivate relationships for gifts of $5,000+. The role involves using discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship skills to advance donor engagement and annual fundraising goals.

The position requires a 4+ year track record in related field, a 4-year degree, and a valid Kentucky driver’s license. CAP offers comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.