Regional Philanthropy Senior Partner - Military Veterans

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JOB SUMMARY: 

We are looking for a Senior Regional Philanthropy Officer who will meet fundraising goals and objectives and connect with our Individual donors to serve our mission.  In this role, you will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective regional donors in expanding their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Work with the local fundraising team to develop and execute ongoing regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of donor contributions, as well as recapture from previous donors.  Work collaboratively with other departments and fundraising staff to create customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the organization and the interests of the donor/prospect. 

 Solicit assigned donor portfolios through face-to-face visits and virtual meetings including preparation of personalized materials.  

Meet personal annual revenue targets by working with an assigned portfolio of donors and prospects.  

Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing revenue for the American Red Cross.  

Maintain donor records within our database management tool. (Salesforce) 

Assist donors in creating meaning in their lives by giving to the American Red Cross. 

This position is a blend of work-from-home, in-person meetings with donors, and office days for team collaboration.

Engage and solicit donors to support disaster relief fundraising efforts for large scale disasters across the country.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required with minimum five years of sales and/or fundraising experience required.  Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined. 

Proven experience in developing strategies for donor retention, growth, and recapture, and proven success with complex requests is required.   

A current valid driver's license and a good driving record is required. 

Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences.  Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.  Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com).  Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation. 

Travel: Frequent travel within the Region is required. 

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: 

Great interpersonal skills, commitment to the cause and adaptability. Fundraising and sales expertise with Dallas funding community highly desirable. 

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive package includes:

Medical, Dental Vision plans

Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts

PTO:  Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure

Holidays:  11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays

401K with up to 6% match

Paid Family Leave

Employee Assistance

Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term

Service Awards and recognition

Service Awards and recognition 

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