RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a portfolio of individual, corporate and nonprofit prospects in order to open new charitable vehicles, secure outright gifts for SVCF-led initiatives.
• Build relationships and work with professional advisors such as attorneys, tax planners and wealth experts to facilitate their clients’ charitable goals utilizing SVCF services and offerings.
• Respond to inquiries and develop a portfolio of prospective donors to SVCF by conducting proactive research.
• Manage a portfolio of assigned prospects and engage with prospective donors in person, by email, and by phone.
• Maintain accurate records on prospect communications in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Serve as a department resource and remain informed on legal, accounting, investment and technology issues as they affect charitable giving.
• Lead assigned projects and support other members of the Development team and SVCF organization and collaborate across departments in an effective, professional manner.
• Attend, participate and when appropriate, present at industry conferences. Attend and plan events to establish increased visibility for SVCF.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an, accredited four-year institution.
• Minimum of 4 years of applicable professional experience, including at least 1 year in nonprofit fundraising.
• Self-motivated with the ability to make tactical decisions in a complex and high-paced/high-output environment.
• Ability to manage and meet internal and external deadlines for complex projects, while balancing competing priorities.
• Ability to participate as a team member, working collaboratively and managing projects across diverse groups, with a commitment to following and enforcing processes and procedures.
• Unwavering commitment to customer service and experience providing prompt, professional responses to all prospect inquiries.
• Experience in contributing to the growth of an organization by supporting new partnerships or business development opportunities.
• Demonstrated success in developing donor or client relationships resulting in significant support for an organization.
• Demonstrated effort to maintain and grow knowledge in relevant areas.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience drafting and presenting information and proposals.