Major Gifts Officer – Central Region

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as the main representative for major gifts within a portfolio of 100-150 key donors to the organization.

• Achieve a minimum of $3M annually in charitable contributions, including both financial and planned gifts, to support K-LOVE ministries.

• Engage in every phase of the donor pipeline, which includes identification, qualification through research, cultivation, briefing, solicitation, and timely follow-up, stewardship, and recognition.

• Create tailored strategies for individual donors aimed at renewing and increasing their contributions.

• Progress donors toward solicitation and closure in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Provide ongoing stewardship to donors, keeping them informed of ministry activities, the impact of their contributions, and opportunities to become more involved in K-LOVE’s ministry and spreading the message and love of Christ.

• Work in partnership with Donor Engagement and Program teams to strengthen donor relationships and enhance fundraising and outreach efforts.

• Take part in the departmental portfolio review process and assist in maintaining an organized donor stewardship system by updating constituent records as needed.

• Occasionally engage in regional and national events that involve assigned portfolio donors.

• Ensure all calls, events, stewardship interactions, and gathered information are documented in the donor’s data record.

• Actively participate in Staff Meetings, Summits, and Retreats.

• Comply with guidelines and administrative procedures, including submitting expense reimbursements, invoices, and contact reports.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to further the mission of K-LOVE ministries.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in donor development and fundraising, specifically in major and planned gift solicitations, or relevant client relations/development experience in similar sectors, with the capacity to master major and planned gift solicitations.

• Proven ability to listen to and comprehend the goals, interests, and passions of major gift donors.

• Strong time management skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage and complete multiple projects simultaneously.

• In-depth understanding of planned giving and its complexities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with CRM systems like Salesforce is advantageous.

• Capable of working strategically, setting priorities, defining goals and outcomes, detailing tactics, and overseeing execution.

• A flexible, collaborative, and proactive individual who can lead, work in teams, and operate independently.

• Ability to organize and complete numerous tasks concurrently while maintaining close attention to detail and prioritizing to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills that facilitate the development of strong relationships with individual, foundation, and corporate ministry donors.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication, as well as presentation skills.

• High-energy professional with a proven track record of engaging and influencing philanthropic leaders.

• Commitment to accuracy, transparency, and accountability in all interactions with donors, prospects, marketing, and reporting.

• High level of discretion and an ethical approach to fundraising.

• Dedication to fostering excellent relationships throughout the organization.

• Ability to mentor team members and support their spiritual and professional growth by leading through example.

🏝️ Benefits

• Industry-leading Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.

• Short and long-term disability and life insurance.

• Comprehensive 401K plan with company matching.

• Parental leave with Baby Bonding pay.

• Generous PTO, holiday, and sick pay.

• Unique company culture that offers exclusive access to concerts, movie premieres, media industry events, and more.

• Leadership and Career Development Programs.