Major Gift Officer for Individual Giving
- Employer
- Dallas Summer Musicals
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- $80,000.00 - $120,000.00
- Closing date
- Jul 12, 2021
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- Position Type
- Fundraising, Major Gifts
- Fields
- Arts
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The Major Gift Officer for Individual Giving is an outside philanthropic sales position responsible for individual gifts of $1,000 or more. This position is directly responsible for meeting DSM’s annual individual giving goal of $1.75 million in conjunction with the Vice President of Development and the Director of Donor Relations and Operations. This integral part of the development department will manage a portfolio of 150 current and prospective donors by communicating directly through regular meetings, phone calls, individual/family foundation proposals, and other means and acts as a public face of DSM in Dallas's individual philanthropic community. Familiarity with Fair Park and its surrounding neighborhoods and of the individual philanthropic society of Dallas is strongly preferred.
Requirements
● At least three years of progressive fund-raising experience in a not-for-profit organization, preferably in the arts, with a background in the cultivation and solicitation of individual donors, with proven ability to develop, solicit, and steward major gifts.
● Proficiency in common fundraising software/technology including integrated database systems, Microsoft Office, CRMs, and social media platforms.
● Demonstrated ability to manage time, deadlines, and confidentiality.
● Ability to regularly work night and weekend hours.
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