Friends of the Earth Is Hiring a Remote Major Gift Officer – Salary Up to $135,000

Overview

Friends of the Earth, a progressive environmental organization working at the intersection of environmental protection, economic policy and social justice, is hiring a Major Gift Officer for its Philanthropy team. It belongs to Friends of the Earth International, a federation with groups in more than 70 countries. The position is full-time and remote within the United States, with Washington, DC, New York City and the San Francisco Bay Area preferred, though people elsewhere with reasonable access to a commercial airport may be considered. The salary range is $105,000 to $135,000 per year, and the role reports to the Philanthropy Manager.

What the role involves

The officer manages a portfolio of about 140 donors and prospects through the whole fundraising cycle, with a revenue target of roughly $1.4 million to $2 million. Tasks include qualifying and cultivating prospects, securing gifts at four, five and larger figures, preparing individual engagement plans, meeting donors, handling stewardship, keeping accurate records, identifying mid-level donors with major gift potential, building a pipeline, analysing giving trends and linking donor interests with organizational campaigns. Domestic travel of up to 30 percent is expected.

Requirements

Candidates need a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, at least five years of nonprofit fundraising or development experience and at least three years in major gift fundraising, with proven portfolio management and success securing major gifts. They should have experience with cultivation and solicitation strategies, use donor data to guide decisions, communicate well and be committed to environmental advocacy. Experience at environmental, advocacy or public-interest organizations is preferred.

What you get

Benefits include a 37.5-hour week, employer-paid medical, dental and vision coverage, disability and life insurance, a flexible spending account, a 401(k) with match, 25 vacation days in the first year, 15 paid holidays, 20 sick days, three floating holidays, Summer Fridays, parental leave, sabbatical options, a professional development and IT stipend, education reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program. The position is represented by the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union.

How to apply

Applications go through the organization's recruitment platform, and the resume should show major gift fundraising and portfolio results. No deadline is stated.