Fundraising Officer

Description We are looking for an experienced and motivated Fundraising Officer to lead efforts in major donor and planned giving initiatives for our organization. This long-term contract role offers an exciting opportunity to cultivate relationships and secure significant contributions that will drive impactful outcomes. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking and communication skills, as well as a proven track record of successfully managing donor portfolios. Responsibilities: u2022 Identify and research potential major gift donors, building a comprehensive pipeline of prospects. u2022 Manage a portfolio of 75-125 donors, guiding them through discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship phases. u2022 Develop and implement tailored strategies to secure donations ranging from mid-level to 7-figure contributions. u2022 Plan and execute donor engagement events, such as receptions, tours, and volunteer experiences. u2022 Collaborate with the Development team to create compelling donor materials, including proposals and briefing memos. u2022 Cultivate planned giving opportunities with both new and existing donors, integrating legacy giving into broader fundraising strategies. u2022 Stay informed on tax laws and investment strategies relevant to planned giving, utilizing this knowledge to enhance donor engagement. u2022 Work closely with leadership, board members, and volunteers to identify and connect with new donor prospects. u2022 Monitor and report on fundraising progress, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and performance metrics. u2022 Maintain accurate donor records using Salesforce and provide regular updates on activities and outcomes. Requirements u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree from an accredited institution. u2022 Minimum of 5-7 years of proven success in major donor or planned gift fundraising, preferably in higher education or related fields. u2022 Demonstrated ability to secure 5- to 7-figure contributions and meet financial targets. u2022 Experience in cold calling and developing effective donor cultivation and solicitation strategies. u2022 Proficiency in crafting persuasive and concise funding proposals. u2022 Strong strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills to develop impactful fundraising strategies. u2022 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and familiarity with fundraising software, particularly Salesforce. u2022 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain donor relationships effectively. TalentMatchu00ae u00adRobert Half is the worldu2019s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. u00a9 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking u201cApply Now,u201d youu2019re agreeing to Robert Halfu2019s Terms of Use (.

Created: 2025-11-01