Philanthropic Advisor

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

📋 Description

• Identify, qualify, nurture, solicit, and maintain relationships with a portfolio of donors and funders contributing $10,000 or more annually.

• Develop and oversee a portfolio of around 150 major gift donors and potential supporters.

• Design personalized engagement and stewardship plans tailored for each donor.

• Hold face-to-face meetings with donors for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts.

• Seek and qualify new potential donors.

• Diligently record donor and prospect interactions in the database while ensuring confidentiality and trust.

• Discover innovative engagement opportunities for donors and prospects, including events, gatherings, and collaboration with MVP volunteers.

• Work alongside organizational leadership and cross-departmental teams to strategize fundraising and develop donor relationships.

• Collaborate with the donor organizing team to inspire and mobilize donors.

• Assist donors in leveraging their networks to support grassroots movements and aligned campaigns.

• Organize and engage in donor events, conferences, and other related gatherings.

• Enhance MVP’s visibility and impact in the San Francisco Bay Area through strategic outreach and networking efforts.

• Attend conferences, training sessions, and donor convenings to expand the supporter and donor base.

• Contribute to a cross-functional team environment.

• Report to the Western Regional Philanthropic Director.

• Travel 10–25% for in-person donor engagement.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least five years of experience in soliciting major gifts ($10,000+) and seeking new donors.

• Proven success in managing a portfolio of major donors.

• Ability to function independently with limited administrative support.

• Strong project management and organizational skills.

• Proficiency in using donor databases and handling confidential information.

• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for social justice, progressive movements, and/or Democratic politics.

• Familiarity with the philanthropic landscape in the Bay Area.

• Currently residing in one of the nine Bay Area counties.

• Previous experience in the progressive social movement arena, preferably within multi-entity organizations (c3, c4, PAC).

• Exceptional relationship-building skills.

• Excellent writing and editing capabilities.

• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and priorities effectively.

• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through.

• Strategic thinking and planning abilities.

• A cover letter and resume are required to apply.

🏝️ Benefits

• Employer-covered health insurance premiums at 100% for most individuals and 75% for family coverage.

• Dental and vision insurance included.

• 401(k) plan with partial matching contributions.

• Direct coverage for basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance.

• Availability of Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Stipend for working from home.

• Wellness stipend provided.

• Assistance with student loan repayment.

• Access to free online courses.

• Paid vacation of 4 weeks.

• 9 paid holidays.

• Office closures during fall and winter breaks.

• Two floating paid days off.

• 18 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Up to 4 weeks of paid bereavement leave.

• Up to 12 weeks of family leave (with up to 4 weeks paid).

• Sabbatical leave available.

• Occasional optional travel for internal team gatherings (2-5 times per year).