Major Gifts Officer
Major Gifts Officer (Flexible)
AIM Academy is seeking a driven and motivated Major Gifts Officer (MGO) at a pivotal time to establish a major gift pipeline and support “AIM Higher,” our current Campaign. Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the MGO will manage a portfolio of 150 donors through the development cycle to secure five and six figure gifts.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a prospect pool of 150 donors with a goal to raise a minimum of $500,000 annually.
- Average 10 donor meetings per month with current donors, potential new donors and community leaders.
- Partner with the Assistant Director of Advancement and Campaign Operations to identify new major gift donors.
- Work closely with the CAO to develop an overall strategic plan for individual prospect strategies, analysis of demographic data to inform activity, special events and partnerships with key donors.
- Cultivating, soliciting and providing stewardship of prospects with an emphasis on increasing their financial commitment to AIM.
- Identifying and rating new prospects capable of making gifts of $25,000 or more
- Providing individualized and strategic stewardship contact for existing major gift donors.
- Writing gift proposals and other materials as needed.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Please provide a resume and cover letter in order to be considered for this role.
Qualifications:
- BA/BS degree and a proven track record of soliciting and closing five and six figure gifts from individuals or an equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- An innate willingness to dig in and contribute in a team oriented environment
- Enthusiasm, ability to take risks, intelligence, insight, initiative, resilience, and a pioneering spirit
- Ability to manage ambiguity and change and a strong attention to details
- Familiarity with the AIM and Neurodiverse constituencies helpful
- Must be willing to travel, work occasional evenings and weekends as needed (valid driver's license required)
- Background check required after a conditional job offer is made
Contact:
Kevan Turman , Chief Advancement Officer