Director of Major Gifts
People Working Cooperatively, Inc.
Lead major gifts fundraising, cultivating high‑net‑worth donors and corporate sponsors.
8 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Cincinnati, OH
Office Full-Time
Company Size
80 Employees
Service Specialisms
Home Repairs
Property Maintenance
Accessibility Modifications
Home Weatherization
Energy Efficiency Services
Disaster Recovery Assistance
Construction Services
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Energy
Buildings
Accessibility
Weatherization
Role
What you would be doing
portfolio management
donor tracking
moves management
gift cultivation
communication development
strategic analysis
- Independently maintain a schedule to support a portfolio of 100+ relationships, tracking the number of meaningful visits, increases in support from existing donors, number of new donors, and stewardship efforts
- Enlist senior management, volunteers, and board members in the cultivation and solicitation of major donors and prospects that integrate into the overall department goals and plans
- Build and manage a portfolio of major gift donors and prospects to deepen their engagement and relationships with PWC and increase their giving, aligned with the organization’s fundraising priorities
- Perform other administrative tasks and duties as assigned to support the smooth operation of the Development Dept.
- Work with communications and developments staff to develop customized communications to donors and supporters in order to deepen their understanding and support for People Working Cooperatively
- Collaborate with team members to analyze portfolios, strategize upgrades, and establish goals for outright and planned gifts
- Promote and close complex gifts such as campaigns, endowments, and sponsorships
- Coordinate cultivation, recognition, and stewardship activities, as needed, with other staff members.
- Identify, qualify, solicit, close, and steward major and planned gifts from high net-worth individuals as well as gifts/sponsorships from corporations through visits and other forms of direct contact
- Execute a moves management approach to the portfolio and a custom strategy for each donor to develop approaches to generate new and higher levels of giving
What you bring
bachelor’s degree
portfolio management
microsoft office
donor perfect
critical thinking
emotional intelligence
- Highly organized with excellent time and project management skills, including the ability to anticipate tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and function smoothly under shifting priorities
- Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push or pull medium up to 10 lbs.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional work experience
- Minimum of five years of successful portfolio management experience in a nonprofit organization with a proven success record in major, corporate, and/or planned gift fundraising
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task, handling many relationships at once
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to learn Donor Perfect and maintain current and accurate records
- Strong critical thinking to align organizational needs and donor opportunities
- Strong listening and interpreting skills in order to respond to donor needs
- Ability to function autonomously yet work collaboratively across all departments and teams
- High emotional intelligence; able to understand the needs and concerns of donors, partners, and colleagues
- Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
- Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills with demonstrated ability to inform, influence and persuade others
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Company
Overview
1975
Year Founded
The year the organization was established to help homeowners in need.
- Focused on providing critical home repairs for low-income individuals, seniors, and people with disabilities.
- Offers a variety of services including home repairs, accessibility modifications, and home safety improvements.
- Collaborates with volunteers, donors, and local partners to provide affordable and sustainable housing solutions.
- Specializes in areas such as plumbing, electrical, heating, and home modification for mobility challenges.
- The organization is driven by a mission to improve living conditions for people facing financial hardships.
- Commitment to providing quality home repairs
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Respect and integrity in all interactions
- Empowerment of clients and communities
- Dedication to innovation and continuous improvement
2030
Carbon Reduction Goal
Committed to achieving a net-zero carbon footprint by 2030.
- Committed to sustainable practices in all operations
- Goal of reducing carbon footprint through efficient home repairs
- Support for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly housing solutions
- Fostering an inclusive work environment
- Gender diversity in leadership roles
- Promoting equal opportunities for all employees and clients
- Encouraging diverse perspectives in decision-making
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