Relationship Development Officer (ACLUW)

ACLU of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The ACLU of Washington is seeking a Relationship Development Officer (RDO) to cultivate and grow our major donor program. This frontline fundraiser will establish authentic partnerships, manage a portfolio of five-figure donors, and advance giving levels with strategic solicitation and stewardship.

Responsibilities include donor communications, meetings (virtual and in-person), events when feasible, and coordinating with the Development Director to move donors toward increased support for the

Responsibilities

• Establishes and builds strong, authentic long-term partnerships with major donors.
• Qualifies, cultivates, solicits, stewards and grows a portfolio of five-figure annual gift donors.
• Plans and executes strategies to move donors and prospective donors into higher levels of giving over time.
• Maintains donor engagement through cultivation touches, regular communication, virtual and in-person meetings, and small group events when possible.
• Reports to the Director of Development.

Job description

Relationship Development Officer (ACLUW)

The ACLU of Washington is a leader among state affiliates of the American Civil Liberties Union, the country's premier guardian of liberty. We work in courts, legislatures, and communities to protect and extend American rights to freedom, fairness, and equality. The ACLU is both nonprofit and nonpartisan. We are supported by more than 135,000 members, activists, and donors.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The American Civil Liberties Union of Washington (ACLU-WA) is seeking a Relationship Development Officer (RDO), a frontline fundraiser who establishes and builds strong, authentic long-term partnerships with our major donors. The RDO qualifies, cultivates, solicits, stewards and grows a portfolio of five-figure annual gift donors; and plans and executes strategies to move donors and prospective donors into higher levels of giving over time. Through cultivation touches, regular communication, virtual and in-person meetings and small group events (when Covid-19 permits), the RDO will keep donors engaged and aware of the organization’s work. The position reports to the Director of Development.