Major Gifts Officer III Austin

At Texas Childrens every relationship has the power to make a difference. As a Major Gifts Officer III on our Austin team youll play a key role in advancing our mission by building meaningful connections with donors and inspiring transformational philanthropy that directly impacts the children and families we serve.

If you thrive in a fast-paced relationship-driven environment and have a passion for connecting donors with opportunities to create lasting impact wed love to meet you.

In this role youll manage a portfolio of qualified major gift prospects and donors cultivating long-term relationships while securing at least $4 million annually in philanthropic support. Youll work collaboratively with clinical leaders fundraising colleagues volunteers and community partners to identify opportunities develop strategic fundraising plans and inspire generosity.

Think youve got what it takes

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.
• 5 years of fundraising experience required
• 5 years of direct individual fundraising experience with a proven track record of securing major gifts preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while delivering results.
• Strong organizational strategic planning and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a relationship-focused creative approach to donor engagement.
• Ability to build trust and collaborate effectively with diverse personalities stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Self-motivated goal-oriented and committed to achieving ambitious fundraising objectives.
• A collaborative team player who contributes positively across departments.

What youll do

• Raise transformational support
• Secure $4 million or more annually through major gifts and philanthropic commitments.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of qualified major gift prospects and donors.
• Develop and execute personalized cultivation solicitation and stewardship strategies.
• Partner with fundraising volunteers to strengthen donor engagement and maximize philanthropic support.
• Build meaningful partnerships
• Develop strong relationships with clinical and administrative leaders across Texas Childrens.
• Collaborate with internal partners to advance fundraising priorities for key programs and service lines.
• Identify opportunities to align donor interests with organizational priorities.
• Collaborate for greater impact
• Participate in strategy sessions focused on major gift prospects and fundraising opportunities.
• Support Office of Philanthropy initiatives campaigns and signature events.
• Contribute to the development and execution of fundraising and communication strategies that advance organizational goals.
• Ensure excellence in donor management
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of donor and prospect interactions within the fundraising database.
• Help ensure the integrity and quality of donor records and portfolio management.
• Use data to inform strategy measure progress and strengthen donor relationships.
  

If youre energized by building authentic relationships inspired by meaningful work and motivated to make a lasting impact for children and families we invite you to join our Austin philanthropy team.