Major Gifts Officer (MGO)

Independence Mission Schools (IMS) is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, self-directed development professional to serve as a member of the Advancement team. The primary responsibilities include the identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major gift donors and prospects. Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will work as a valued member of the advancement team to maximize philanthropic support. 

 

 

Responsibilities 

The MGO will manage a portfolio of 100+ donors and prospects; develop strategies and execute outreach, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activity for new and existing donors; schedule and conduct cultivation, briefing, solicitation and stewardship meetings; achieve agreed upon goals, including annual donor face-to-face visits, asks, dollars raised, and donor communication. The MGO is responsible for maintaining accurate donor records and to track all moves and contacts through the Donor Perfect database. They will compose all correspondence relating to activity, including but not limited to acknowledgements, donor profiles, strategy briefing documents, funding proposals, letters of intent, pledge and reminders. 

 

 

Qualifications: 

• At least 5+ years of frontline leadership and/or major gift fundraising experience and proven success in soliciting and closing major and leadership gifts, five- and six-figures. 

• Ability to build, develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external constituents including school leaders, teachers, board members, donors, and other community stakeholders
• Quickly develop a strong and thorough understanding of the various mechanisms in which donors can support IMS, particularly the PA Educational Tax Credit and Scholarship Tax Credit programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, and outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• An orientation towards outcomes and the flexibility and willingness to do whatever it takes to achieve them – which includes patience, creativity and perseverance
• Self-directed with the ability to prioritize among competing responsibilities and use good judgment in an entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to collaborate with a team, supporting others as needed to meet overall goals of the department and organization
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and a CRM software such as Donor Perfect or Raiser’s Edge.
• Conversant in basic gift planning techniques preferred.
• Ability to travel. Some weekend and evening duties are required.
• An individual of Catholic faith (preferred) who is possessed of a growth mindset, mission-driven, high standard of personal integrity and work ethic, and committed to serving children of all faiths and backgrounds 

 

Salary Range: $87,000 - $97,000. Commensurate with experience.

 

 

EOE: IMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrates staff diversity. We strive to be and build a diverse team that is representative of our students and the communities in which we serve. If you identify as an individual of color, we highly encourage you to apply! 

 

Want to learn more about IMS and our school locations? Please visit: https://independencemissionschools.org/schools/