Philanthropy Officer, PJ Library, West Coast
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Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the Philanthropy Officer (PO) leads all major-gift fundraising activities and strategies across the Western territory of the United States, with a focus on the greater Los Angeles area. The PO will continually build and manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects to raise five- to seven-figure gifts and support PJ Library and its subscription and programmatic expansion. In addition, from time to time provide fundraising advice and partnership to local PJ Library implementing partners in collaboration with PJ Library’s engagement officer colleagues. This is a phenomenal opportunity for an entrepreneurial fundraiser eager to make a lasting impact.A member of the national advancement team, the Philanthropy Officer will work closely with colleagues on the PJ Library advancement team and across the national PJ Library team.Responsibilities:
Build and manage a portfolio of 100 to 120 active donors and prospectsIdentify, qualify, and cultivate major gift prospects; meet activity metrics and revenue goalsAct as principal strategist for each prospect/donor in the portfolio, develop cultivation and solicitation plans; execute and modify as circumstances changeActivate lay leadership to identify new prospects; identify and partner with volunteers to host local donor cultivation outreach eventsSecure major gift support for PJ LibrarySolicit and secure five- to seven-figure gifts to support PJ Library nationally and globallyMeet in person, via zoom, and by phone (aligned with supporter preference), completing meaningful touchpoints each month, achieving performance goalsEngage in donor-centric travel to build relationships throughout designated regionLead prospect cultivation activities, utilizing senior PJ Library and HGF executives and trustees as natural partners in cultivating and soliciting giftsWork with PJ Library program staff and grants manager to create exciting concepts/ proposals and compelling reports for donorsProvide high touch stewardship for donors and prospects in the portfolioSupport endowment and legacy giving to HGF; as needed, support implementing partners’ efforts to endow PJ Library in their communitiesTrack and report relationships management activity using Raisers Edge CRMCollaborate with and support PJ Library implementing partner organizationsServe as Relationship Manager for a select few implementing partner executivesPartner strategically with PJ Library implementing partners to identify donors/prospects for joint solicitationsIn consultation with PJ Library engagement officer colleagues, provide high-level fundraising guidance to partner organizationsRequirements
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of relevant education, certification, training, and experienceMinimum 7 years of frontline fundraising experience and a proven track record of securing gifts at the $100,000+ levelDeep knowledge of and existing relationships with communal and philanthropic individuals and organizations throughout the regionA relationship builder committed to goal attainment, high degree of initiative, and proven ability to engage high-level donorsEntrepreneurial spirit able to think creatively and execute methodically who thrives with great autonomy and accountabilityA high degree of discretion, particularly as it pertains to sensitive donor informationProficient in Microsoft Office and fundraising systems; proficiency in Raisers Edge/ NXT a plusA passion for the mission of PJ LibraryPhysical Requirements
Located in the greater Los Angeles areaAbility to travel across the west coast frequently and to see donors and prospects as far east as Colorado less frequently; spend one week per year in Aspen, CO; and travel once or twice annually to Springfield, MAAbility to staff evening and weekend events on occasionSalary & Benefits:
$150,000 – 165,000Health insuranceDental and vision insuranceShort- and long-term disability insuranceLife insurance401(k) retirement plan with employer matchPaid sick, holiday, vacation, and personal timeFlexible work policy with hybrid in-person/remote workThe Harold Grinspoon Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are invited to apply. For more information about the foundation and its programs, visit
www.hgf.org .
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