Part-Time Major Gifts Manager — Transform Kids' Lives

ArborSys Group; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Shodair is seeking a Part-Time Major Gifts Manager to build relationships with philanthropists, cultivate major gifts, and expand the impact of Montana's only children's psychiatric hospital.

You will work closely with the Chief Development Officer and Foundation team to grow the major gifts program, engage donors, and secure transformational investments supporting children and families across Montana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years of fundraising/related experience.
• Fundraising certification is preferred.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently in part-time/remote environment.
• Experience with donor databases such as Raiser's Edge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with major donors, prospects, and corporate partners.
• Travel through Eastern Montana at least 25% of the time.
• Cultivate and solicit major gifts of $50,000 and above.
• Identify new major gift opportunities through prospect research and wealth screening tools.
• Partner with Foundation leadership to develop fundraising strategies and achieve annual goals.
• Support donor stewardship through recognition and ongoing engagement.
• Maintain donor records and portfolio activity using Raiser's Edge and other tools.
• Track fundraising progress and provide regular reports.
• Collaborate with leadership, finance, marketing, and board to align priorities.
• Assist with Foundation events and special fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Fundraising certification

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

Shodair is seeking a Part-Time Major Gifts Manager to build relationships with philanthropists, cultivate major gifts, and expand the impact of Montana's only children's psychiatric hospital.

You will work closely with the Chief Development Officer and Foundation team to grow the major gifts program, engage donors, and secure transformational investments supporting children and families across Montana.