Major Gifts Manager manages and implements a philanthropic gift program to nurture and solicit relationships with corporate, institutional, and major donors. Develops a portfolio of existing and potential donors and a strategy to enhance and extend relationships to generate philanthropic revenue. Being a Major Gifts Manager organizes events and meetings with prospects to raise awareness of the organization's mission and highlight accomplishments and ongoing funding needs. Makes regular personal contact with key contributors to strengthen relations with the organization. Additionally, Major Gifts Manager oversees proposal preparation and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Major Gifts Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Major Gifts Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Director of Major Gifts, the Major Gifts Officer identifies new major gift prospects to increase the support and interest of annual donors. The Major Gifts Officer also assists in aspects of campaign and planned giving management along with spearheading events in relation to these fundraising efforts. The Major Gifts Officer provides a high level of donor experience and works collaboratively with museum staff to ensure the PMA’s success in building strong and long-lasting constituent relationships.
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Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.?
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
None.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Undergraduate degree with five years to seven years of experience in development preferred.
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WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Most work is performed in a normal office environment not subject to extremes of noise, temperature, odor, etc. Operates computer, printer, photocopier, typewriter, fax machine, laminating machine, and other office equipment. Work involves extended sitting, computer use, and small muscle tasks. Some regional and national travel may be required.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The PMA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our museum. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status as a whistleblower, marital status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Maine Human Rights Act, it is the policy of PMA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact PMA’s Human Resources at 207-699-4072 or masanza@portlandmuseum.org.
All requirements, skills, and expectations are considered to be essential, unless otherwise indicated.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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