Director of Major & Planned Gifts

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Major & Planned Gifts (DMPG) is responsible for the development and implementation of a strategic Major and Planned Giving Program to meet institutional goals. Additionally, the DMPG will be responsible for the development of a major gift pipeline focused on the Capital Campaign & Annual Fund. Working closely with the Chief Development Officer, the DMPG will coordinate donor cultivation strategies and major gift solicitations.  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and five years of professional experience with some combination of annual fundraising, planned giving and solicitation of major gifts; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Demonstrated success in soliciting and closing major gifts, with a proven track record of securing significant philanthropic commitments
• Knowledge of fundraising systems and experience in prospect identification preferred
• Working knowledge of donor tracking software, knowledge of Tessitura preferred
• Knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles
• Ability to establish rapport with high level donors and trustees • Superior interpersonal and organization skills are essential
• Excellent written & oral communication skills, in order to respond effectively & diplomatically with donors, volunteers, and industry leaders.
• Capacity to manage and organize confidential information and to exercise discretion and sound judgement