Philanthropy Gift Officer

Job title:

Philanthropy Gift Officer

Company

MAP International

Job description

Job Title: Philanthropy Gift OfficerWork Location: Remote
Desk Location: Remote
Reports to: Chief Development and Marketing Officer
Travel: 35% on averageJOB SUMMARYThe Philanthropy Gift Officer (PGO) serves as a vital bridge between compassionate donors and MAP International’s life-saving mission. In this transformative role, you’ll nurture and expand relationships with dedicated mid/major donors who share our vision of a world where all people have access to essential medicines and health supplies. By crafting meaningful experiences that connect donors’ personal philanthropic goals with our global health initiatives, you’ll help transform generosity into tangible impact for vulnerable communities worldwide.As a Philanthropy Officer, you’ll champion MAP International’s mission by guiding a portfolio of committed supporters ($5K+ annual contributors) on their journey from initial engagement to deepened investment in our work. More than meeting revenue targets, this role offers the profound privilege of helping donors discover the joy and fulfillment that comes from addressing critical health inequities. Together with our donor partners, you’ll help write stories of hope, healing, and transformed lives across the globe—creating a legacy of compassion that extends far beyond financial contributions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a caseload of approximately 200 – 400 mid/major donors consisting mainly of individuals, churches, and family foundations with high giving capability.
• Steward and cultivate caseload relationships to ensure retention and growth.
• Create and implement a “moves management” major gift plan to ensure a strategic and integrated approach to securing new donations and ensuring existing donors are upgraded, where appropriate, to higher giving levels.
• Prepare and deliver stewardship reports, updates, and proposals to caseload donors as necessary.
• Daily communication with caseload donors through phone calls, emails, and direct mail to thank them for gifts and communicate the impact of their giving. Develop relationships with donors to understand passions and communicate MAP’s mission and continuing efforts.
• Visit donors in person as needed and desired by the donor. Donor travels goals are one week per month
• Maintain MAP’s CRM system, Agilon ONE, and Donor Enhancement Plan (DEP) daily to capture donor interactions and communications and allow for effective reporting
• Follow the annual plan for each donor, which serves as a foundational communication and marketing plan, faithfully and on a timely basis so that individuals in the caseload are retained and upgraded
• In addition to the annual plan, communicate with donors consistently. This may include providing timely and appropriate stewardship feedback to donors on projects they have funded, inviting donors to attend special events or communicating pressing needs.
• Be an active member of the Global Giving Team.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPSReports to the Chief Development and Marketing Officer. Member of the Global Giving team. The position interfaces with the following internal teams – Office of the President, Finance, Operations, IT, HR, other staff working directly with donors, Directors of Programs, and other consultants working with the organization.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a remote position so access to an appropriate home-based workspace is required.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in a field conducive to having strong written and verbal communication skills, required.
• A basic knowledge of international relief and development work, health conditions overseas and/or nonprofit business skills.
• Moderate to Advanced computer skills required with proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite- Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint in addition to regular use of a CRM, database management, and general computer skills.
• A minimum of 3 years of successful mid/major gift fundraising experience, preferably in the international NGO and relief sector.
• Experience in fundraising with a proven track record of achieving and surpassing targets.
• Experience raising significant gifts from individuals, foundations, churches, and small businesses.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Identify and qualify donors from the organizational pool that meet mid/major gift criteria
• Develop data-driven financial goals based on each donor’s giving history and potential
• Create personalized donor engagement strategies aligned with individual interests, motivations, and preferences
• Successfully retain existing donors while securing upgraded gift commitments
• Confidently solicit major gifts from qualified prospects
• Craft compelling proposals and offers based on organizational priorities and donor interests
• Provide timely impact reports demonstrating how donor funds were utilized
• Outstanding relationship-building skills with ability to thrive in a relationship-centered development model
• Excellent communication skills with exceptional listening abilities
• Self-motivated professional who demonstrates accountability, innovation, and adaptability
• Positive problem-solver who maintains constructive attitude under pressure
• Capacity to inspire and motivate colleagues, donors, and volunteers
• Manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Work independently while maintaining strong team collaboration
• Efficiently handle administrative processes, deadlines, and budgets while adhering to organizational policies
• Accurately maintain donor records in CRM systems with timely updates
• Moderate to advanced proficiency with CRM platforms and Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus during significant computer related work.Employee must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Expected salary

Location

Georgia

Job date

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 23:27:06 GMT

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