Connecticut Rivers Council, Scouting America
Philanthropic Advisor I (3)
Connecticut Rivers Council, Scouting America, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
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Philanthropic Advisor I (3)
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Connecticut Rivers Council, Scouting America .
Location: Irving, Texas (TX)
Council website: https://www.scouting.org/careers
Position Overview The Philanthropic Advisor I plays a vital role in advancing Scouting America’s mission by developing and managing relationships with major donors and prospects capable of making significant philanthropic gifts. This position is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of major gift prospects through strategic planning and personal engagement, with a strong focus on successfully closing gifts. Working in close collaboration with council leadership and national staff, the Philanthropic Advisor provides strategic counsel, executes plans to strengthen philanthropic capacity, and aligns donor passions with Scouting America’s highest priorities and initiatives. Must be able to travel and hold a valid driver’s license. This position reports to the Manager of Philanthropy.
Responsibilities
Personally cultivates and solicits a minimum of 15-30 prospective donors from a portfolio of 50-80 prospects annually.
Develops personal relationships with High Net Worth Individual (HNWI) and Ultra High Net Worth Individual (UHNWI) philanthropic donors and prospects with the capacity to make leadership gifts at a minimum of $500,000 to Scouting and secure legacy gifts. Identifies and stewards individual prospects using an organized donor tracking system.
Provides advice and counsel to leaders at the National Office and to Council partners within assigned territory. Executes strategic plans and programs that increase philanthropy to Scouting America either through outright gifts, pledges or planned gifts. Actively participates in the recognition and stewardship strategy of major donors.
Prepares reports and plans for follow-up for the relationship cultivation strategy of major donors. Regularly interfaces with management, senior management and leaders. Provides advice and counsel to the organization in areas of expertise.
Tracks interactions with prospects through effective use of the Development CRM database.
Provides weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and metrics to be shared with management as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Strong knowledge of the philanthropic sector, laws and regulations affecting them, business acumen, and strategic planning. Experience in securing Major Gifts, Annual Giving, and Planned Giving.
Proficient writing, editing, and proofreading skills; excellent customer service and communication skills (listening, interpersonal, oral, and written). Professionalism, confidence, and flexibility to work collaboratively with clients and colleagues of diverse backgrounds. Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office and proprietary software.
Energizes the organization; prioritizes, organizes, and manages multiple competing assignments and responsibilities. Develops and maintains good working relationships with staff, community members, elected officials, the media, colleagues in other foundations, and the nonprofit sector.
Education Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field from an accredited college or university.
Qualifications
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in major/principal gift fundraising and prospect management.
Business development or related field background.
Must be able to travel as needed.
Must pass a criminal history background check.
Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.
Benefits Scouting America is an equal‑opportunity employer. Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, accidental death, and a Match Savings plan. We also offer a generous PTO policy and Scouting America holiday observances. Since 1910, Scouting America has encouraged personal growth by teaching youth how to set goals and achieve them with determination. We promote a culture where youth, volunteers, and employees feel a sense of belonging—where every person feels respected and valued. We welcome families of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s diverse communities.
Preference: Interest in philanthropy and the non‑profit community.
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Philanthropic Advisor I (3)
role at
Connecticut Rivers Council, Scouting America .
Location: Irving, Texas (TX)
Council website: https://www.scouting.org/careers
Position Overview The Philanthropic Advisor I plays a vital role in advancing Scouting America’s mission by developing and managing relationships with major donors and prospects capable of making significant philanthropic gifts. This position is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding a portfolio of major gift prospects through strategic planning and personal engagement, with a strong focus on successfully closing gifts. Working in close collaboration with council leadership and national staff, the Philanthropic Advisor provides strategic counsel, executes plans to strengthen philanthropic capacity, and aligns donor passions with Scouting America’s highest priorities and initiatives. Must be able to travel and hold a valid driver’s license. This position reports to the Manager of Philanthropy.
Responsibilities
Personally cultivates and solicits a minimum of 15-30 prospective donors from a portfolio of 50-80 prospects annually.
Develops personal relationships with High Net Worth Individual (HNWI) and Ultra High Net Worth Individual (UHNWI) philanthropic donors and prospects with the capacity to make leadership gifts at a minimum of $500,000 to Scouting and secure legacy gifts. Identifies and stewards individual prospects using an organized donor tracking system.
Provides advice and counsel to leaders at the National Office and to Council partners within assigned territory. Executes strategic plans and programs that increase philanthropy to Scouting America either through outright gifts, pledges or planned gifts. Actively participates in the recognition and stewardship strategy of major donors.
Prepares reports and plans for follow-up for the relationship cultivation strategy of major donors. Regularly interfaces with management, senior management and leaders. Provides advice and counsel to the organization in areas of expertise.
Tracks interactions with prospects through effective use of the Development CRM database.
Provides weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and metrics to be shared with management as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
Competencies
Strong knowledge of the philanthropic sector, laws and regulations affecting them, business acumen, and strategic planning. Experience in securing Major Gifts, Annual Giving, and Planned Giving.
Proficient writing, editing, and proofreading skills; excellent customer service and communication skills (listening, interpersonal, oral, and written). Professionalism, confidence, and flexibility to work collaboratively with clients and colleagues of diverse backgrounds. Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office and proprietary software.
Energizes the organization; prioritizes, organizes, and manages multiple competing assignments and responsibilities. Develops and maintains good working relationships with staff, community members, elected officials, the media, colleagues in other foundations, and the nonprofit sector.
Education Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field from an accredited college or university.
Qualifications
Minimum of four (4) years of experience in major/principal gift fundraising and prospect management.
Business development or related field background.
Must be able to travel as needed.
Must pass a criminal history background check.
Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.
Benefits Scouting America is an equal‑opportunity employer. Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, accidental death, and a Match Savings plan. We also offer a generous PTO policy and Scouting America holiday observances. Since 1910, Scouting America has encouraged personal growth by teaching youth how to set goals and achieve them with determination. We promote a culture where youth, volunteers, and employees feel a sense of belonging—where every person feels respected and valued. We welcome families of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s diverse communities.
Preference: Interest in philanthropy and the non‑profit community.
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