Major Gift Officer

General Summary of Position   Gift Officer who can independently be responsible for identifying cultivating soliciting and stewarding a portfolio of major gift prospects scaling over time to annual fundraising expectation of $500K.   Primary Duties and Responsibilities Manages a portfolio of major gift prospects. Develops and implements thoughtful strategic cultivation solicitation and stewardship plans for prospective donors for gifts of $100K+. Ensures regular contact with donors through various activities and communications especially face to face meetings. Identifies and develops joint major giving opportunities in collaboration with colleagues and team members. Develops and manages timelines for various fundraising activities to ensure plans and critical fundraising processes are carried out in a timely manner. Develops expertise in strategically aligned priorities of the healthcare system. Assists physicians program directors and administration with capital and programmatic funding needs. Manages internal and external key stakeholder relationships. Supports philanthropy initiatives through participating and attending onsite activities as necessary. Meets annual activity and financial performance metrics. Ensures that all donor contact is reported in the CRM. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree required Experience 3-4 years Related experience in philanthropy ideally within a health system setting, preferred. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Excellent skills in verbal and written communication; demonstrated ability to be held accountable for results; demonstrated ability to be a positive collaborative member of a philanthropy team; self-motivated proactive energetic and goal-oriented with a sense of humor. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel software applications. Knowledge of fundraising database software Strong organizational skills. This position has a hiring range of USD $71,843.00 - USD $135,907.00 /Yr.