Major Gift Officer - Higher Ed. jobs in Somerville, MA

This is a full-time 40 hour a week position.

THE POSITION:

The primary responsibilities of the Development Officer, Major Gifts requires a comprehensive understanding of and background in major gifts fundraising principles and practices, a high level of professionalism, collegiality, self-motivation and a strong belief in the mission and principles of the MSPCA – Angell. The Development Officer, Major Gifts will possess the ability to work collaboratively with the Development team and all of the other departments of MSPCA –Angell, including veterinary staff and volunteer leadership.

Some of the duties include:

• Manage a portfolio of prospects who have a capacity to make significant gifts, including planned gifts for both the MSPCA – Angell General Fund and the Angell Centennial Campaign
• Work in partnership with the VP of Development to design and implement strategies for cultivating and stewarding donors towards ongoing gift commitments and donor retention
• Conduct face-to-face visits with prospects and donors
• Build and nurture working relationships with the development team, veterinarians, animal protection staff and management, volunteer leadership and donors
• Arrange meetings between donors and senior management and veterinary staff
• Work as a part of the Development Team to identify new prospects

WHO WE ARE:

The Boston MSPCA-Angell is one of the oldest and most venerable humane organizations in the world, and working in an environment that clearly delivers on its mission of advancing the health and welfare of animals adds an important dimension to our work.

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS:

We are looking for applicants with at least three years of experience of successful major gift fundraising.  As this position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, we require applicants to include a cover letter showcasing writing skills.

OUR BENEFITS:

Our compensation package includes health, dental and life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time, employee discounts for pet health care, and free on-site parking.

If you are interested in working for an organization where your work is an important part of a respected and caring non-profit, this may be the career change you are looking for.