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Children's Healthcare of Atlanta · 2 days ago

Development Officer - Individual Giving

Brookhaven, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals, dedicated to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow. The Development Officer for Individual Giving leads fundraising efforts, establishes programs, and promotes relationships within the community to maximize support for the hospital's mission.

ChildrenHealth CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Uses moves management philosophy to cultivate prospects by mail, telephone, and personal meetings

Develops annual goals and implements action plans in assigned areas to maximize Children's Healthcare of Atlanta fundraising support

Works closely with Foundation leadership and other Foundation teams to create and implement a comprehensive systemwide solicitation program in assigned areas, encouraging ongoing support and stewarding prospects and donors through the fundraising continuum

Develops and implements strategies for identifying potential prospects and growing donor base

Represents Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta appropriately at miscellaneous community functions, networking and nurturing new and existing relationships

Achieves annual revenue and other targets in areas of responsibility while minimizing cost to raise a dollar

Sets expectations, develops plans, and manages processes to provide exceptional donor recognition and stewardship

Maintains close association with and expert knowledge of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Maintains up-to-date records on both prospects and donors via Raiser’s Edge

Continually demonstrates team player attitude and positive approach

Supports and encourages staff professional development by communicating with direct reports and peers in other organizations to generate new fundraising ideas

Participates in educational programs, professional organizations, and development activities to maintain knowledge of national trends and promote leading-edge performance

May manage/direct staff

Qualification

Fundraising experienceMarketing experienceRaiser’s EdgeTeam building skillsCustomer service skillsCommunication skillsFinancial analysisStrategic planningEducational enhancementAtlanta communityPrioritizeProblem-solving skillsConflict resolution skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Experience in marketing

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, English, or related field

Demonstrated record of successful relationships working with donors in closing gifts

Proven ability to think and act independently in specific situations and willingness to take accountability for decisions and actions

Excellent team building, communication, customer service, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Aptitude for conflict resolution, problem-solving, strategic planning and evaluations, and financial analysis

Must have sound knowledge of the Atlanta community and the ability to represent Children's Healthcare of Atlanta in a credible, effective manner among friends of the hospital, trustees, parents, and individuals

Ability to prioritize, meet multiple deadlines, and work well under pressure

Demonstrated professional educational enhancement such as through seminars and advanced training

Knowledge of computer fundraising software such as Raiser's Edge