Manager of Donor Relations - Arlington, United States - Institute for Humane Studies

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    Manager of Donor Relations (Remote)

    Job Summary:

    The Manager of Donor Relations is part
    of a wider Development Team charged with setting and reaching
    fundraising targets, executing on donor event strategies, and
    developing individual fundraising plans for current and prospective
    supporters in their donor portfolios. The Manager's portfolio will
    predominantly govern the northwest region of the United States.
    Both team and individual success requires execution of a 'moves
    management' strategy to identify, cultivate, and solicit supporters
    capable of making four- to six-figure gifts.

    Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None.

    Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Work with the Director of Development to establish specific
    fundraising goals and execute moves management to attain revenue
    targets.
  • Manage your portfolio of approximately major donor
    supporters and prospects, set fundraising strategies, and execute
    on each.
  • This will require face-to-face donor meetings including
    collaboration on donor events throughout the year.
  • 30-40% travel required for this role.

  • Identify and qualify major giving potential of prospective
    donors and enhance gifting abilities through establishing, forging,
    and strengthening meaningful relationships by keeping donors'
    intent and the best interest of IHS at the forefront of fundraising
    efforts.
  • Work with other Development Team members to integrate
    fundraising strategies across Communications & Marketing
    (including Direct Mail), Foundations Management, & Donor
    Events.

    Required Skills/Qualifications:
  • A passion for the vision and work of IHS, and an ability to
    communicate that vision in a way that inspires and connects with
    donors' respective philanthropic goals.
  • Must be willing to travel 30%-40%.

  • 2+ years of major gifts fundraising (or related experience)
    with a demonstrated track record of building relationships and
    closing four to six-figure gifts.
  • Planned giving knowledge and experience is helpful.

  • Strong drive and initiative, demonstrated experience building
    external relationships, keen attention to the donor experience, and
    a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
  • Proven capability to drive a technology-savvy and data-driven
    approach, with experience setting and tracking key performance
    metrics within a CRM system.
  • Salesforce experience preferred.

    To apply, qualified candidates must submit the following
    materials (through additional documents):
  • Resume
  • Cover letter detailing:
  • Your interest in this position.
  • A compelling case about why the IHS mission resonates with
    you.