Senior Gift Officer

***JOB Summary:*** The Senior Gift Officer at The Midnight Mission is a key member of the Advancement team responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with major donors. This role focuses on developing strategies to secure significant funding from high-net-worth individuals, identifying and fostering new donor relationships, and ensuring ongoing engagement and stewardship of existing major donors. **Key Duties and Responsibilities** The Senior Gift Officer plays a critical role in advancing The Midnight Mission’s fundraising efforts, requiring a dynamic and driven individual with a passion for building lasting donor relationships and achieving ambitious fundraising goals. - **Major Donor Management:** - Develop and implement strategic plans to engage and solicit major donors, ensuring personalized approaches that align with their interests and The Midnight Mission’s needs. - Manage a portfolio of major donors ($5K+), ensuring regular communication and personalized stewardship to maintain and grow their support. - **Cultivation and Relationship Building:** - Identify and cultivate relationships with prospective major donors through networking, research, and targeted outreach. - Organize and lead donor meetings, salon events, and site visits to deepen engagement and showcase the impact of their contributions. - Collaborate with the Director of Advancement to develop tailored proposals and presentations for major donor prospects. - **New Donor Acquisition:** - Proactively seek out and develop new major donor relationships to expand the donor base and increase funding opportunities. - Utilize various channels, including events, campaigns, and personal networks, to identify potential major donors. - Identify and cultivate prospective legacy donors, initiating conversations about planned giving opportunities, designing outreach newsletters and other materials, and working with leadership to strengthen The Midnight Mission’s long-term sustainability. - **Fundraising Goals:** - Achieve specific fundraising targets set in collaboration with the Director of Advancement, contributing significantly to the overall fundraising goals of The Midnight Mission. - Track and report on progress towards individual and team fundraising goals, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure success. - **Stewardship and Reporting:** - Ensure that major donors receive regular updates on the impact of their gifts, including detailed reports and personalized communications. - Develop and maintain comprehensive records of donor interactions and contributions within the organization’s database. - **Collaboration and Teamwork:** - Work closely with the Advancement team, program staff, and senior leadership to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities and programmatic needs. - Participate in planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns, providing expertise on major donor engagement. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** - Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Marketing, or a related field. - Minimum of 7 years of experience in major gift fundraising or a related area, with a proven track record of securing significant gifts from high-net-worth individuals. - Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and inspire major donors. - Strong organizational and project management abilities, with a keen attention to detail. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines. - Proficiency in using donor management software and databases. - Commitment to the mission and values of The Midnight Mission. **Physical Demands:** - Sitting: Up to 4-6 hours per day. - Standing: Up to 2-4 hours per day. - Walking: Up to 2-4 hours per day. - Lifting: Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. - Repetitive Actions: Simple grasping, pushing & pulling, fine manipulation with hands. - E…