American Red Cross

Senior Regional Philanthropy Partner

American Red Cross

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Washington • District of Columbia • Maryland • United States

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Salary

💰 $100,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Develop and execute strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with foundation donors, understanding their philanthropic goals and aligning them with the organization's mission.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Development and other team members to create comprehensive fundraising plans and materials.
  • Prepare and present compelling proposals and presentations to donors/potential donors.
  • Track and report on progress towards fundraising goals, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of donor interactions and contributions.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in major gift fundraising.
  • Organize and participate in donor events and activities to enhance donor engagement and retention.
  • Conduct regular donor meetings to provide updates on the impact of their contributions.
  • Develop and implement strategies for donor acquisition and retention, including targeted campaigns and appeals.
  • Work closely with the marketing and communications team to create effective fundraising materials and campaigns.
  • Provide support to board members and volunteers involved in fundraising efforts.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and ethical standards in fundraising practices.
  • Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Minimum seven years of sales and/or fundraising experience required.
  • Proven experience in developing strategies for donor retention, growth, and recapture, and proven success with complex requests is required.
  • A valid driver's license and good driving record are required.
  • Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, Power BI).
  • Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure the highest customer service orientation.
  • Travel: Frequent travel within the region is required.
Benefits
  • Medical, Dental Vision plans
  • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
  • PTO: Starting at 19 days a year, based on the type of job and tenure
  • Holidays: 11 paid holidays
  • 401K with up to 6% match
  • Paid Family Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
  • Service Awards and recognition
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Hard Skills & Tools
fundraisingdonor acquisitiondonor retentionstrategic planningproposal developmentcampaign managementsales experiencereportingdocumentationdisaster relief fundraising
Soft Skills
relationship buildingcommunicationinterpersonal skillscollaborationcustomer service orientationpresentation skillsteamworkorganizational skillsproblem-solvingadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreevalid driver's license