Senior Philanthropy & Endowment Officer

Albuquerque Community Foundation; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Albuquerque Community Foundation seeks a Development Officer in Albuquerque, NM to advance donor engagement and grow the Foundation’s endowment through major gifts and strategic partnerships. The role emphasizes cultivating high-net-worth donors, stewarding relationships, and collaborating with leadership to meet fundraising goals.

You will manage a donor portfolio, coordinate donor events, and guide campaigns from cultivation to closure, with a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• CFRE preferred; knowledge of planned giving and donor-advised funds.
• Minimum 5 years of fundraising experience with six-figure gifts.

Responsibilities

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and close philanthropic partnerships with a focus on endowed and estate gifts.
• Develop personalized cultivation strategies and maintain donor relationships through regular engagement.
• Prepare proposals and presentations to secure philanthropic partnerships and gifts.
• Collaborate with leadership on fundraising goals and strategies; manage donor events and communications.
• Represent the Foundation at community events and coordinate with professional advisors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Presentation skills

Project management

MS Office

Donor engagement

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office

Community Suite software

Job description

Albuquerque Community Foundation seeks a Development Officer in Albuquerque, NM to advance donor engagement and grow the Foundation’s endowment through major gifts and strategic partnerships. The role emphasizes cultivating high-net-worth donors, stewarding relationships, and collaborating with leadership to meet fundraising goals.

You will manage a donor portfolio, coordinate donor events, and guide campaigns from cultivation to closure, with a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits.