Philanthropy Officer

Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai'i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 74,265 - 137,904; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

A nonprofit organization is seeking a Philanthropy Officer in Anchorage, Alaska. This role focuses on managing donor relationships and securing essential funding through strategic solicitation and stewardship. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in major gifts fundraising and possess strong relationship-building skills. The position offers an annual salary between $74,265 and $137,904, plus a $5,000 hiring bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in major gifts fundraising.
• Experience in a metrics-based fundraising environment.
• Ability to manage competing tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donations.
• Manage a portfolio of 100-150 donors.
• Organize and participate in fundraising events.

Skills

Relationship building

Metrics-driven fundraising

Project management

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Job description

Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai'i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to secure essential funding by developing and nurturing relationships with major donors and prospects.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donations to support PPGNHAIK's mission and programs, and our sister organization Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates (C4).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and Grow a Donor Portfolio: Overseeing a portfolio of 100-150 managed donors, with giving levels typically ranging from $1,000 - $10,000.
• Gift Solicitation and Stewardship: Developing and implementing tailored strategies to solicit gifts and express gratitude in creative and impactful ways.
• Collaborative Prospect Identification: Working closely with the Annual Giving Programs Officer and Planned Giving Officer to identify new major donor prospects and build a sustainable pipeline for major and legacy gifts.
• Fundraising Events and Engagement: Playing an active role in organizing and participating in fundraising events, community engagement activities, and third-party fundraising events.
• Leadership and Strategy for State-Based Cohorts: Taking an active role in PPGNHAIK’s state-based cohort - a team of volunteers and staff working together to support local fundraising efforts and community engagement.
• External Representation and Advocacy: Representing PPGNHAIK at external events and meetings when appropriate, acting as an ambassador for the organization.
• Data and Progress Tracking: Maintaining accurate records of donor interactions and progress toward goals in the department's database.
• Collaboration with Team Members: Collaborating with internal teams to identify and engage new managed donors and legacy gift prospects.
• Continuous Learning: Participating in relevant training and meetings to enhance job knowledge and stay informed about trends in philanthropy, major giving, and nonprofit fundraising.

Minimum Qualifications:

2-3 years’ experience working as a frontline, major gifts fundraiser in a professional nonprofit fundraising environment.

Experience driving a metrics-based approach to fundraising.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates degree or higher preferred.

Strong relationship building skills and entrepreneurial drive.

Ability to utilize fundraising databases; Raiser's Edge experience preferred.

Ability to assess priorities and manage a variety of competing tasks in a time-sensitive environment and to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.

What We Offer:

$74,265 - $137,904 annually, with a maximum starting salary between $90,000 and $95,000.

A $5,000 hiring bonus.

Comprehensive benefits plan, including medical, dental, and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

PPGNHAIK is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.