Fundraising Account Officer

Reporting to the Development Manager the Sr. Fundraising Account Manager is responsible for the development and management of a portfolio of current and potential major donors primarily this position you will work with program staff to develop the fundraising strategy and the case for support while building and leveraging key relationships and contacts within and outside of the organizations network. You will be a key contributor to the development team and will be essential to the achievement of our organizations fundraising goals.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the development of a systematic foundation grant solicitation program consistent with our strategic priorities and aligned with the organizations annual operating plan.

Maintain and manage a portfolio of foundations through all stages of the development process to meet specific funding goals.

Develop and manage a stewardship program for foundation contributors including meetings site visits program updates and reports.

Support and conduct foundation prospect research on a routine basis.

Maintain knowledge of the donor landscape and sector trends (e.g. new funding modalities) to enhance portfolio positioning for new business opportunities.

Work collaboratively with program teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of our work and develop strong working relationships with program staff.

Create compelling proposals cultivate new prospects and steward existing donors.

Compose edit and/or coordinate written materials including proposals and budgets in support of grant solicitations.

Track and ensure deadlines for the submission of proposals and reports are met and the relevant internal partners are updated on progress.

Maintain knowledge of our priorities initiatives and recent awards to advance proposal/program development.

Work with Finance to log and track grant awards. This work will entail regular updating of pipeline reports and contributing to other departmental and organizational reporting mechanisms as needed.

Maintain relevant donor records to ensure fundraising moves are appropriately and timely documented.

Other duties required which includes but not limited to managing peer to peer events stewarding key corporate relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Minimum of three years of demonstrated effectiveness in fundraising.

Demonstrated effectiveness in building philanthropic relationships.

Excellent writing skills ability to employ effective language dignified storytelling and convey our impact in a compelling manner.

Ability to develop and collaborate on content and meet application and reporting deadlines.

Strong organizational skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships with internal and external partners and managing through influence.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Detail-oriented to support the review and editing of proposals and written communications as well as to maintain accurate records.

Knowledge of the principles and ethics of fundraising and the emerging trends within the fund development profession.

Ability to apply judgment and make sound decisions that are accountable justifiable and in adherence to organizational policies.

Ability to work within tight deadlines and time pressures.

Knowledge of and commitment to anti-racism/anti-oppression and community-centric fundraising.

Ability to work with volunteers at board or other levels.