[Hiring] Philanthropy Officer @f8cd8b83-c74d-4415-bc10-181b187e0d74

Role Description

The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for securing large donations and building relationships with high-net-worth individuals and foundations to support the organization’s fundraising goals. Remote to Columbia, SC residents. Near CSRA.

Qualifications

• A born again believer in Jesus Christ
• Affirm without reservation Oliver Gospel’s Statement of Faith
• Fully support Oliver Gospel’s Mission and Vision Statements
• Ability and desire to work in harmony with other Oliver Gospel employees
• Be on time and ready to work at the assigned work location on every scheduled day of work
• Due to sensitivity for potential impact upon Oliver Gospel’s Program Participants, the use of tobacco and/or vaping products is not permitted during scheduled work hours or at any Mission event
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• Exceptional skills in relating to a wide variety of individuals
• Experience in customer service, sales, and nonprofit fundraising
• Experience in public speaking
• Knowledge of fundraising and donor CSM software
• Knowledge of PC-based software and Microsoft suite products

Requirements

• Design and lead the philanthropy cultivation process for the organization, including elevating the public profile and engagement opportunities of key organizational leaders.
• Cultivate major donor relationships through various communication channels.
• Manage, engage, and increase the quantity and value of current major donors and prospects.
• Generate large sponsorships and donations for special events.
• Compile, manage, and solicit large donations from a qualified portfolio of up to 125-150 Major Donors.
• Report progress against identified metrics.
• Conduct educational and informational presentations and tours on Oliver Gospel’s work to community supporters.
• Research and compile information to create detailed donor profiles on qualified major donors and prospects.
• Serve as the campaign lead for the Hope Match Challenge, implementing donor strategy, communications, and goal achievement.
• Represent Oliver Gospel at community or partner events.
• Provide the supervisor with donor information, reporting, and analytics as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Creative self-starter
• Ability to challenge major donors and prospects in their giving
• Sound judgment in decision-making
• Strong organizational and research skills
• Strong relational, written, and oral communication skills
• Integrity in dealing with people, finances, and confidential information
• Excellent attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Servant attitude

Mental and Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a changing, growth-oriented environment
• Ability to concentrate and apply mental processes
• Ability to respond appropriately to stressful situations
• Ability to work with disruptions, critical issues, and emotional individuals
• Ability to move seamlessly from one task to another
• Ability to participate in travel experiences
• Ability to move about inside the facility to engage employees and/or guests
• Ability to operate a computer and other office machinery for long periods of time
• Ability to climb stairs, bend, squat, kneel, and reach upward and/or outward in performing tasks
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push and/or pull items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Ability to engage in limited exposure to publicly transmitted diseases, such as colds, viruses, etc.