Senior Philanthropy Officer, Major Gifts – Animal Welfare

Austin Pets Alive; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Officer - Major Gifts to lead major gift fundraising, managing a robust donor portfolio and collaborating with the CEO and Advancement team.

The role uses Virtuous CRM, moves management, and strategic outreach to grow philanthropic support for APA!’s lifesaving programs. The Senior Philanthropy Officer will build lasting donor relationships, craft compelling proposals, and work with volunteers to advance APA!’s mission, often requiring

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of fundraising experience with major gifts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for animals and animal welfare.
• Proficiency with donor databases/CRM platforms (Virtuous).

Responsibilities

• Drive major gift revenue to support current programs and growth.
• Design and execute donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans.
• Manage and steward a 75+ donor portfolio and cultivate prospects.
• Develop compelling proposals, case statements, and impact reports.
• Maintain donor records, moves management, and revenue forecasting in the CRM.
• Plan and represent APA! at donor events and community gatherings.
• Produce tailored communications to engage portfolio donors.
• Collaborate with volunteers and staff to support fundraising goals.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to volunteers and staff.
• Attend evening/weekend donor engagement activities as needed.
• Support cross‑functional fundraising initiatives with the Advancement team.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Donor relations

Campaign planning

CRM systems (Virtuous)

Volunteer engagement

Tools

Virtuous CRM

Job description

Austin Pets Alive! (APA!) is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Officer - Major Gifts to lead major gift fundraising, managing a robust donor portfolio and collaborating with the CEO and Advancement team.

The role uses Virtuous CRM, moves management, and strategic outreach to grow philanthropic support for APA!’s lifesaving programs. The Senior Philanthropy Officer will build lasting donor relationships, craft compelling proposals, and work with volunteers to advance APA!’s mission, often requiring