Major Gift Officer, Sr. - Higher Ed. jobs in Muskegon, MI

We have a rewarding opportunity for a proven, values-driven nonprofit fundraising professional who is highly motivated to work collaboratively in pursuit of big goals and achieving our mission. We are looking for a passionate Major Gift Officer to join our energetic, Traverse City based team.

We have been helping low- and moderate-income families earn homeownership for 38 years. Now we need you to help us expand our program to serve more people in the community.

The Major Gift Officer along with the support of the Fund Development and Campaign Leadership committee, is responsible for overall execution of the multi-million-dollar vision over the next five years to support the programs of Habitat for Humanity Grand Traverse Region. The Major Gift Officer oversees the annual fund campaign including sponsorship solicitation, signature events, donor relations, grant applications and other fund-raising efforts.

Applicants must be results-oriented and committed to our goal of increasing our homebuilding and home repair capacity. Ability to communicate our mission, goals, and successes to a wide range of potential donors and strong interpersonal skills are required.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Major Gift Officer will work with the Fund Development Committee to steer an established fundraising program that builds donor relationships through effective discovery, cultivation, and stewardship activities. The Major Gift Officer is supported by an accomplished communications and community engagement team to reach development goals. The Major Gift Officer is responsible to solicit major and planned gifts as well as manage a grant program.

Key position responsibilities

* Lead comprehensive fundraising and donor appreciation plans to meet the short- and long-term needs of the organization.

* Secure gift commitments of $5,000 through face-to-face solicitations and written foundation proposals.

* Provides staff support to the Campaign Leadership Committee and other board committees as assigned by the CEO.

For the full position description and learn more about Habitat visit our website at www.habitatgtr.org/careers/

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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $55,000 - $75,000 per year

Monday to Friday - Some evenings and weekends.

Education: Bachelor's

Experience: At least three years of professional non-event fundraising experience, preferably in major gift programs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person