Philanthropy/Sponsorship Officer (Fundraising/Donor Relations)
Philanthropy/Sponsorship Officer (Fundraising/Donor Relations)
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31-05-2025
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Job Description
Application Deadline:Applications will be accepted throughSunday June 8 2025.
Are you a high performer in sales or fundraising Do you excel at building partnerships and closing impactful deals
Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens is seeking a Philanthropy Officer to drive sponsorships corporate memberships and capital campaigns generating support for wildlife and natural habitats including innovation projects like REZOOVENATION: The Campaign to Inspire.
Imagine turning a sales pitch into a naming opportunity such as Manatee River or negotiating four- or five-figure sponsorships for events like Spooktacular. This role goes beyond traditional fundraising; its about purpose-driven business development.
We are looking for a dynamic relationship builder who infuses energy and innovation into every interaction. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by leading inspiring and shaping the future of conservation.
Help us fulfill our mission of Connecting communities with wildlife and wild places.
What Youll Do:
- Pitch and secure partnerships that align with our mission.
- Lead fundraising initiatives including theREZOOVENATION: The Campaign to Inspire.
- Collaborate with teams across the organization to ensure we deliver oncontract deliverables.
- Steward existing partners and identify new leads.
- Create tailored proposals that align donor values with conservation goals.
What You Bring:
- Bachelors degree in a related field (e.g.Communications Marketing Business or Nonprofit Management) OR at least 6 years of experience in corporate fundraising sponsorships sales or business development.
- 3 years in sales fundraising business development or a similar client-facing role.
- Experience managing a portfolio of donors or business clients (four- to five-figure value).
- Ability to execute strategies report on KPIs and meet/exceed revenue goals.
- Comfortable using CRM softwareand proficient inMicrosoft Office 365.
- Proven success designing customized sponsorships or donor programs.
- A natural ability to engage stakeholders pitch value and close with confidence.
- Exceptional organizational interpersonal and project management skills.
- A demonstrated ability to engage diverse groups and inspire generosity.
- Knowledge of corporate giving major gifts and donor stewardship best practices.
A plus if you have...
- Experience in the nonprofit sector particularly in fundraising or donor relations.
- Knowledge of the Jacksonville community and corporate landscape.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Illustrator InDesign) and donor CRM software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to access and navigate each department at the organization on foot or by motorized cart including any construction sites to facilitate tours greet visitors and escort visitors.
- Auditory and visual acuityabilityfor safety to decerncommunications via telephone telephone systems two-way radio and face-to-face interactions.
- Abilityto work outdoors and indoors under all environmental conditions and temperatures.
- Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to transport and move items occasionally up to 20 pounds for short distances without difficulty.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal state and local employment regulations.
EOE / DRUG FREE WORKPLACE
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