Philanthropy Officer
Philanthropy Officer
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$ 70000 - 90000
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Job Description
This position will be based in Philadelphia Pennsylvania and/or Washington D.C. FIRE operates on a hybrid work schedule that allows for a mix of intheoffice and remote work for eligible employees. Exceptional candidates will be considered for remote work.
About FIRE
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expressions mission is to defend and sustain the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thoughtthe most essential qualities of liberty. FIRE educates Americans about the importance of these inalienable rights promotes a culture of respect for these rights and provides the means to preserve them.
Position Description
FIRE is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to cultivate and upgrade the giving of existing donors while also working to attract new donors across the country.
This position requires a significant amount of travel; approximately 3040 of the job will be on the road. Occasional work on weekends and evenings should be expected.
The Philanthropy Officer will report directly to FIREs Chief Development Officer while working closely with the rest of the development team and occasionally with FIREs President and CEO. Additionally the Philanthropy Officer will consult with FIREs other department heads to keep abreast of all programming initiatives. The duties for this position include but are not limited to:
- Maintain an active relationship with current supporters for upgraded and continued annual gift support and personally direct the cultivation solicitation and stewardship of these supporters by attending events traveling for meetings and coordinating regular communication for the assigned portfolio;
- Identify and research new potential supporters and design strategies to cultivate and solicit them to support FIRE including written letters of introduction personal introductions and formal requests for support;
- Produce regular reports and update donor records/profiles on a regular basis and establish and maintain performance metrics including overall portfolio management;
- Work with FIREs development and program staff to create written proposals/pitches slide decks email solicitations donor emails and newsletter articles;
- Work with FIREs development staff to plan and execute FIRE donor events in various cities with approximately six events per year.
The expected start date for this position will be ASAP.
Qualifications
A successful candidate will have a good work ethic be a selfstarter and have the ability to work independently. Most importantly the candidate must demonstrate a knowledge and passion for FIREs mission and an ability to articulate that passion in a way that will make others enthusiastic about our cause. A candidate must also be able to demonstrate:
- A four year undergraduate degree;
- 35 years experience in development preferably with personal solicitation of major gifts;
- Applicants with nondevelopment yet relevant experience in fields like law policy or advocacy are also encouraged to apply;
- A goaloriented mindset and the ability to directly ask supporters for money;
- A highlevel of interpersonal and relationshipbuilding skills;
- An understanding of how to personalize FIREs mission and stories;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- The ability to be compelling a good listener and be able to think on their feet;
- A willingness to travel often;
- A working knowledge of donor prospecting methods (preferred not required);
- A working knowledge of donor database platforms like Salesforce (preferred not required);
Salary and Compensation
The projected salary range is $70000$90000 based upon experience and education level. FIRE conducts periodic evaluations where employees may receive raises or bonuses for outstanding and excellent work. FIRE also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employerpaid comprehensive health dental and life insurance; a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account option; matching retirement contributions; and a generous paid timeoff plan.
Applications
Applicants should provide a resume cover letter a writing sample salary requirements and contact information for at least two professional references. All applications are confidential.
FIRE is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
