Director of Individual Giving
- Employer
- Episcopal Community Services (ECS)
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Salary
- Salary Commensurate with experience
- Closing date
- May 8, 2021
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Annual Fund, Capital Campaigns, Donor Relations, Major Gifts
- Fields
- Social Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Episcopal Community Services (ECS), a leading provider of direct social services in the Greater Philadelphia region, embraces adaptability and program innovation to meet the evolving and diverse needs of Philadelphians who are under-resourced. ECS has a 150-year legacy of transforming itself in times of crisis and providing essential support services for the city’s most vulnerable. ECS strives to challenge and reduce intergenerational poverty through programs designed to help participants move out of poverty and achieve self-sufficiency. ECS’ core programs address workforce development, housing, afterschool enrichment, health education, and food insecurity.
Reporting to the Chief Advancement Officer, the Director of
Individual Giving raises funds for Episcopal Community Services by
managing a portfolio of assigned, qualified donors, assuring that
as many as possible are retained as continuing donors to the
organization and are upgraded in their giving and involvement. The
position is focused on strengthening donor relationships with
Episcopal Community Services and building philanthropic
support.
Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 5 years of experience
in advancement, with a proven record of success securing major
gifts. The successful candidate has proven experience developing
solicitation strategies and a track record of success identifying,
cultivating, and soliciting major gift level donors, including
sophisticated, high-net-worth individuals. Must have proven success
independently closing major gifts of $25,000 and above demonstrated
through recent experience as a donor-facing calling officer. The
successful candidate must have superior communication skills to
express, orally and in writing, Episcopal Community Services’
mission, vision, and goals with clarity, passion, and persuasion.
Must believe in the mission and vision of Episcopal Community
Services with a personal interest in racial equity and reducing
intergenerational poverty. Bachelor’s degree required; fundraising
training and certifications desirable. Willing and able to travel;
access to a car; must be available to attend events after work
hours or on weekends as needed.
For a complete position description, listing of qualifications and
additional information on Episcopal Community Services, visit our
website at www.lambertassoc.com.
Qualified candidates may send resume to:
Catharine McGeever
Lambert & Associates
222 S Manoa Road, Suite 201
Havertown, PA 19083
cfmcgeever@lambertassoc.com
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