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International Fellowship of Christians and Jews · 1 day ago

Philanthropy Advisor, Transformational Giving

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$115K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews is an organization focused on fostering relationships between Jews and Christians. They are seeking a Philanthropy Advisor for their Transformational Giving team, responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with major donors to enhance fundraising efforts.

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Responsibilities

Implement a comprehensive stewardship plan that proactively stewards assigned caseload

Establish clear action plans, goals, and priorities for caseloads to achieve annual financial goals

Work closely with the Philanthropy team to formulate strategy for prospect identification, evaluation, cultivation and solicitation, and moves management

Offer new and innovative ideas to strengthen the donor journey while maintaining proven strategies to engage donors in a meaningful transformational experience

Establish, cultivate, and enhance donor relationships with caseloads, including creating and managing communication with donors through email, letter, and telephone correspondence, ensuring consistency with messaging

Maintain in-depth knowledge of the donors in the assigned caseload, including contribution details, important life events, and other relevant information and follow-up accordingly

Manage all aspects of donor visits from research, planning and travel arrangements to wrap-up; includes targeting key donors in particular areas

Input all donor activity into donor management software. Complete related administrative work as necessary

Qualification

Fundraising experienceMoves management strategyDonor relationship managementCustomer relationship managementProspect research methodologyEstate planning knowledgeCultural sensitivityCompassionate listeningMicrosoft Office 365Interpersonal skillsPresentation skillsNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelors' degree or equivalent experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience in fundraising and cultivating major donors or in sales and customer relations

Previous development and major gift experience

Proven ability to build relationships with a wide range of donors and to understand the needs and passions of donors

Proven fundraising track record in major gifts and or planned giving

Strong working knowledge of the US philanthropic landscape, prospect research methodology, best practices and evolving trends in philanthropy

Experience with moves management strategy and the capability to design and execute donor-centric engagement activities

Basic to intermediate knowledge of estate planning and planned gifts

Proven skills in sales execution, customer relations, or business management

Ability to negotiate and close solicitations

Experience working with Microsoft Office 365 products

Experience using customer relationship management database

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Ability to develop authentic relationships with high wealth prospects and individuals with diverse backgrounds

Strong presentation skills; exceptional negotiating skills and compassionate listening skills

Possesses sensitivity to varied cultures and religions, with especially strong knowledge of the Jewish and Christian communities, and the ability to bridge cultural divides

Ability to empathize with the strongly held religious and/or political belief systems of both

Ability to travel for day and overnight trips, domestically and some internationally