Director of Major and Planned Gifts

Application Instructions: Please submit your resume and a cover letter (applications will not be considered without a cover letter).  Send to HR-Inbox@uwdor.org 

Director of Major and Planned Gifts

United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region is seeking a part-time Director of Major and Planned Gifts to join our team. The Director will manage a portfolio of current and potential major donors ($5,000+) and implement the Planned Giving program.

Essential Functions

• Solicit and steward existing Major Donors and ensure all gifts are accounted for during fiscal year
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward potential planned and major gift donors ($5,000+); engage donors in multi-year step-up programs
• Implement planned giving program through cultivation, meetings and follow up with prospects 
• Create and present proposals for potential major donors 
• Participate in 5-10 donor meetings a month (virtual and in-person)
• Track and report progress towards financial goals
• Attend community events representing United Way 
• Must be willing to travel throughout Dutchess and Orange Counties

Skills

• Proven experience as a major gifts officer or similar role in fundraising 
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills as well as ability to work with diverse audiences
• Strong understanding of fundraising best practices and legal guidelines 
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key donors
• Excellent planning and time management skills; ability to successfully manage multiple projects
• Effective analytical and problem solving skills
• Must be experienced with in-person and virtual donor meetings
• Positive attitude and willing to be part of a team

Education Requirements:  Bachelor’s degree

Experience Requirements:  3 years in individual fundraising with a track record of closing major gifts, Working knowledge of Microsoft Office with good general computer skills

Salary: $25-$35 per hour based on experience

Application Instructions: Please submit your resume and a cover letter (applications will not be considered without a cover letter).  Send to HR-Inbox@uwdor.org