Senior Regional Philanthropy Officer – Individual Giving

American Red Cross

Senior Regional Philanthropy Officer managing donor engagement for the American Red Cross. Responsible for strategic donor relationships to expand financial support across the region.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeSilver Spring • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in major gift fundraising strategies, donor relationship management, and compliance with ethical standards. Proven ability to develop compelling proposals and collaborate effectively with teams to achieve fundraising goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Major Gift FundraisingDonor Relationship ManagementFundraising Strategy DevelopmentSalesforceRaiser’s Edge

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Hard Skills

Fundraising ExperienceProposal DevelopmentDonor Acquisition StrategiesDonor Retention StrategiesFundraising Campaigns

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationCustomer Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeFundraising Database SystemsPower BI

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Philanthropic GoalsDonor EngagementFundraising ComplianceDisaster Relief Fundraising

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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