If you are passionate about transforming communities with a mission-driven organization, then we have the opportunity for you!
Reporting to the Director for development and in conjunction with the Chief Development and Mobilization Officer and the Prospect Research Team, the Senior Philanthropic Advisor builds and manages a robust major gifts portfolio within assigned areas with aggressive goals for revenue growth.
Global Refuge, formerly known as Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS), is a nonprofit serving newcomers seeking safety, support, and a share in the American dream. Since 1939, we have welcomed those seeking refuge, upholding a legacy of compassion and grace for people in crisis. We walk alongside individuals, families, and children as they begin their new lives in the United States through our work in refugee resettlement, welcome and respite services for asylum seekers, economic empowerment and employment, and family unification for unaccompanied children. To date, we have served over 750,000 people from around the globe. Our comprehensive services leverage our extensive organizational expertise as well as government, community, and faith partnerships.
Attracting and retaining the best talent is vital to our continued growth and we are proud to offer an excellent benefits package including:
- medical, dental, and vision available on the first day of employment,
- professional development, tuition reimbursement,
- generous paid time off including 20 days of vacation, 12 days of sick leave, 12 paid holidays,
- 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 12 weeks of fully paid FMLA leave,
- company 403(b) contribution of 3%, an additional 7% match which vests immediately,
- Family Building benefits for reproductive procedures, adoption/foster care assistance, and
- an annual wellness benefit that can be customized to support your personal needs including funding enrichment classes, gym memberships, and healthy eating plans (to name a few) all in an inclusive and progressive environment!
At Global Refuge, welcoming newcomers isn't just our duty-it's an inherent part of our identity, rooted in our Lutheran heritage and inspired values and serving as a testament to our unwavering commitment to those in search of refuge. Please join us as we make a difference in the lives of newcomers.
DUTIES
- In partnership with the Leadership Gifts Team, work to upgrade existing donors into major donors in your assigned territory.
- Actively engage donors in assigned portfolios in the moves management process through the stages of discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Actively solicit major and transformational gifts, including multi-year gifts and five-figure and six-figure gifts.
- Lead and manage the Prospect Research Team, which is focused on strategically guiding and directing the Philanthropic Advisors in setting their monthly Moves Management for each donor in their portfolios, reporting the Philanthropic Advisors' monthly gift expectancies, and tracking the Philanthropic Advisors' goals.
- In partnership with the Director for Development and program colleagues, create and cultivate resources for major gift proposals.
- Travel to assigned region/territory; conduct local donor visits and organize local events with donors.
- Support the Mobilization Team with congregational and faith community engagements with potential for major gifts as needed.
- Write gift proposals and make other asks designed to meet or exceed budget goals, with a strong focus on fundraising for new privately funded programs such as New American Lending, Camino a Casa, Welcome Centers, Mental Health, Immigration Legal Services, and other programs as needed.
- Maintain and manage a stewardship calendar for reporting to donors in portfolios.
- Design and apply a custom cultivation strategy to each donor and prospect in their pipeline.
- Coordinate and attend internal strategy meetings to determine and define the areas of greatest fundraising needs.
- Provide oversight of all wealth screenings and profile creation for the CEO and Presidents Office.
- Support the CEO in donor engagement when needed.
- Writing compelling major gift proposals, donor materials, and correspondence.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Undergraduate degree in a relevant field with at least 7 years of experience in major gift development or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of 2 years experience in leading and managing a team.
- Respect for colleagues and a passion to collaborate.
- Excellent oral and written abilities; experience writing/assisting in the writing of compelling proposals.
- Strong relationship management skills and experience with relationship-based fundraising.
- Analytical proficiency and an ability to synthesize research, make connections across diverse issue and program areas, and develop logic frames and sensible timelines.
- Ability to facilitate work with program staff to synthesize information for proposals and reports.
- Commitment to meeting deadlines.
- Ability to work with complex, evolving issues and quickly develop expertise.
- Knowledge of data management systems; experience with Salesforce preferred.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, Access, and other Microsoft software is essential.
- Ability to work independently, as part of a team, and to "manage- up".
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to navigate and collaborate with a diverse workforce.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% and work some evenings and weekends.
- Commitment to Global Refuge's core mission and values and an ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners; commitment to empowering refugees and migrants.
- Ability to work within a dynamic and growing team.
Global Refuge is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We participate in E-Verify.
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package in an innovative and rewarding work environment. Salaries are based on the latest market data and reflect the education, skills, and requirements for the role. Differentials may exist based on the region and language abilities. Global Refuge has been welcoming newcomers since 1939. Learn more at globalrefuge.org.
