Planned Giving & Donor Stewardship Lead

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC)

Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 115,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

NRDC is seeking a Gift Planning Officer to secure planned gifts by identifying and cultivating relationships with donors and professional advisors, educating constituents about charitable gift planning options, and collaborating with development colleagues to secure deferred and complex gifts that align with donor intent and organizational priorities.

The position is part of the bargaining unit represented by The Washington Baltimore News Guild.

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree is required.
4-7 years of previous planned giving experience or relevant professional experience.
Experience with advocacy or environmental groups a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of 150-200 prospects with planned gifts from identification to closing.
Build and sustain relationships with current and prospective donors through visits, calls and written correspondence.
Develop customized gift planning proposals and respond to donor inquiries about planned giving vehicles.
Collaborate with the Director of Gift Planning, Major and Principal Gifts and Membership Officers to identify prospects.
Conduct donor visits, presentations and educational seminars on estate and gift planning.
Prepare tailored gift illustrations and proposals with internal/external experts.
Track and manage prospects in the donor database with accurate reporting.