Job Title: Leadership Gifts Officer
Location: Naples, Florida
Job Type: Full-Time & Salaried/Exempt (Monday-Friday, Target Standard Business Hours, Flexibility Available for Schedule & Remote Work)
Salary: Starting at $90,000 Per Year
Hiring Incentives: $1,000 Sign on Bonus; PTO W/In 90 days, Full Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision) W/401k, Professional Development & Tuition Programs.
Job Summary: A Leadership Gifts Officer at DLC plays a critical role in our work and mission. This opportunity is at the forefront of addressing the worst mental health crisis in our community's history where philanthropy can have a profound impact. You will be part of a team reimagining the future of local comprehensive care. If you thrive while building lasting relationships, believe in access to quality care for all, and excel at inspiring transformative generosity, we look forward to exploring with you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Developing/implementing dynamic strategies for identifying and engaging leadership gift prospects, ensuring alignment with DLC's mission and funding needs.
- Managing a targeted portfolio of leadership gift donors and prospects, while developing personalized solicitation strategies for each.
- Conducting regular prospect research to identify new potential leadership donors and assess the giving capacity of existing donors.
- Cultivating strong relationships with leadership donors through regular communication, individualized stewardship efforts, and engagement in organizational activities and special events.
- Helping plan and execute events specifically designed for leadership-giving donors.
- Preparing tailored and compelling proposals for leadership gift solicitations, including case statements, funding plans, and budgets.
- Collaborating with the Senior Advancement Officer, executive leadership, and other team members to identify funding priorities and align significant gift initiatives with overall organizational goals.
- Tracking/analyzing donor engagement data, maintaining accurate records in the donor database, and producing reports on fundraising progress and outcomes.
- Working closely with the marketing and communications team to coordinate donor recognition and promotional efforts that highlight the impact of leadership gifts.
- Proudly and passionately representing DLC at events, meetings, and other networking opportunities to enhance visibility and engage with the community and potential supporters.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in related field = Required
- 3-5 years of fundraising experience, with a demonstrated record of securing leadership gifts = Required
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written and verbal = Required
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail = Required
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team = Required
- Proficiency with donor management software = Required
- Proven ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and inspire philanthropy = Required
- Strong knowledge of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices, with a demonstrated track record of securing leadership gifts = Required
- A passion for mental health advocacy and a commitment to advancing DLC's mission = Required
- Microsoft Office 365 skills (Including Teams/Video Conferencing) = Required
- Staying compliant on all trainings and immunizations = Required
- Ability to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting, Drug Screen and Local Criminal Check = Required
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