Strategic Major Gifts Officer: Donor Relations

American Principles Project; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO Healthcare plan

401(k) contribution option

Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Allowance

Job summary

American Principles Project is looking for a Major Gifts Officer to cultivate and sustain relationships with high-capacity donors in Arlington, VA. This full-time role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of fundraising principles, and a passion for supporting American families.

Responsibilities include building donor relationships, developing strategies for major gifts, and conducting prospect research. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare plans and a flexible spending account.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal relationship-building skills.
• 1–3 years prior Major Gifts experience.
• Excellent written and oral communications.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with current and potential investors.
• Keep investors informed of APP progress and events.
• Develop strategies to attract high-net-worth donors.
• Identify potential donors for major gifts.
• Prepare meeting materials for donor stewardship.
• Conduct prospect research for major gifts.
• Contact donors to set up stewardship opportunities.
• Track donor activity and manage a portfolio.

Skills

Interpersonal relationship-building skills

Written and oral communications

Professionalism and diplomacy

Time management skills

Education

1–3 years prior Major Gifts experience

Job description

American Principles Project is looking for a Major Gifts Officer to cultivate and sustain relationships with high-capacity donors in Arlington, VA. This full-time role requires excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of fundraising principles, and a passion for supporting American families.

Responsibilities include building donor relationships, developing strategies for major gifts, and conducting prospect research. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare plans and a flexible spending account.