Connecticut Rivers Council, Scouting America · 1 month ago
Philanthropic Advisor-I (Foundation Relations)
Brownsville Metro
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expConnecticut Rivers Council, Scouting America is seeking a Philanthropic Advisor-I (Foundation Relations) who excels at building strong, trust-based relationships. The role focuses on developing and managing high-value relationships with foundations and major gift prospects to advance the organization's mission and fundraising goals.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Personally cultivates and solicits a minimum of 15-30 prospective donors from a portfolio of 50-80 prospects annually
Develops relationships with foundations with the capacity to award grants at a minimum of $500,000 in support of Scouting America. Identified as either an independent prospect for Scouting America or as part of strategic planning or working with key Council leaders
Provides advice and counsel to leaders both at the National Office and to Council partners within assigned territory. Executes strategic plans and programs that increase philanthropy to Scouting America either through outright gifts, pledges or planned gifts. Actively participates in the recognition and stewardship strategy of major donors
Prepares reports and plans for follow-up for the relationship cultivation strategy of major donors. Regularly interfaces with management, senior management and leaders. Provides advice and counsel to the organization in areas of expertise
Tracks interactions with prospects through effective use of the Development CRM database
Provides weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and metrics to be shared with management as requested
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field from an accredited college or university
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in major/principal gift fundraising and prospect management, business development or related field
Must pass a criminal history background check
Strong knowledge of the philanthropic sector, as well as the various laws and regulations affecting them
Business acumen and strategic planning
Working knowledge and experience in securing Major Gifts, Annual Giving, and Planned Giving
Proficient writing, editing and proofreading skills with the ability to gather and organize information appropriately
Excellent customer service and communication skills (listening, interpersonal, oral, and written)
A high degree of professionalism, confidence and flexibility that allows the incumbent to work collaboratively and effectively with clients and colleagues of diverse backgrounds
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and the ability to effectively utilize proprietary software
Compelling communication; building partnerships; and building customer loyalty
Strong planning and implementation skills; research and synthesizing abilities
High level of personal and professional integrity and ethics
Excellent ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple competing assignments and responsibilities
Excellent ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to develop and maintain a good working relationship with staff, members of the community, elected officials, the media, colleagues in other foundations, and members of the nonprofit sector
Preferred
Interest in philanthropy and the non-profit community
Benefits
Major medical
Prescription coverage
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Accidental death
Match Savings plan
Generous PTO policy
Scouting America holiday observances
Company
Connecticut Rivers Council, Scouting America
Fun. Adventure. Values. You've found it all with Scouting, the most proven and successful youth service program in American history.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Chuck Herrera
CEO
Mark Switzer
Chief Executive Officer
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