Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Individual Giving Officer
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
We are looking for an Individual Giving Officer to join our team at Project Success. Project Success is a youth development nonprofit organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 17,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org.
The Individual Giving Officer is responsible for identifying, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors to meet the organizational giving goal. They work with the Senior Director of Advancement to develop fundraising plans, strategies, and key tactics that increase the organization’s philanthropic and in-kind support from individual donors.
This role reports to the Senior Director of Advancement and is part of the Advancement team at Project Success.
Our ideal candidate has a successful track record of developing annual fundraising plans, meeting annual goals, building relationships with a variety of constituents, and analyzing the effectiveness of fundraising efforts. They have excellent organizational, collaboration, and communication skills needed to work with various internal and external partners. They are trustworthy with a high sense of integrity and are able to nurture relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders. They also approach fundraising with a clear understanding of and commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, and accessibility.
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Development Planning and Execution
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Advancement and the Advancement team to create and execute annual individual giving plans, portfolio goals, and track and report on progress
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Advancement to meet annual contributed revenue goals, including cash and in‑kind support
Work closely with the Senior Director of Advancement and the Executive Director to drive the strategic goals of the organization and ensure individual giving efforts align with those goals
Support the continued growth of the individual giving program, including managing and growing relationships
Donor Relations and Solicitation
Manage a portfolio of individual donors and prospects needed to meet the annual individual giving goal
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Advancement, Executive Director, and Board volunteers to lead efforts in identifying, cultivating, and securing individual donors
Build and maintain strong donor relationships through regular and personalized engagement, including in‑person visits, phone calls, email, mailings, and participation in donor events
Plan and execute donor engagement opportunities and events to deepen relationships and increase individual giving
Maintain an active presence in giving networks to build relationships with current and prospective donors
Serve as the primary point of contact for new individual donors, including responding to inquiries related to giving and engagement opportunities
Collaborate with the Advancement team to develop compelling donor‑facing materials and impact storytelling that communicates Project Success’s mission and impact
Information Management
Oversee the management of individual gift data in Raiser’s Edge carried out by the Advancement Operations Manager
Establish and maintain strong systems for gift tracking, acknowledgements, donor stewardship, cultivation, and communications, including requested reports and informal updates
Utilize tools available in Raiser’s Edge to accurately manage, analyze and report on fundraising progress, strengthen systems for data management, and extract information needed to plan and execute fundraising activities
Other Duties as Assigned MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES + INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND ACCESSIBILITY We are looking for individuals that are passionate about the success of our students and share the mission, vision, and values of Project Success.
Mission Project Success motivates and inspires young people to dream about the future, helps them take steps to get there and gives them the tools they need to achieve their goals.
Vision Every child entering middle school will graduate high school with a plan for their future and have the skills and confidence that will take them through the rest of their lives.
Values
Kids First!
Dependability, Reliability, and Trust
A Non‑Judgmental Environment
Willingness to Grow and Change
Love is the Key
Develop Healthy Relationships
Clear and Open Communication
Sustain Excellence
Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Project Success strives to connect students to their purpose by creating programming that truly serves our students and families. We envision a Project Success where inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are fully integrated into everything we do. We aim to hire individuals that care deeply about students, families, and community, share our values, and are committed to practicing ongoing anti‑racism work and I.D.E.A. principles.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS Please note that while the qualifications below are preferred for this position, we do not expect any one person to necessarily have all the items listed. We highly encourage people with a wide range of education, experience, and skill levels to apply for this position.
Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of similar experience (or a combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities)
5+ years of experience in fundraising operations, securing individual gifts, and/or contributing to organizational giving goals
Proven development writing experience, including proposal development and reporting
Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems
Knowledge of and experience working within Minnesota’s philanthropic community
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to effectively communicate Project Success’s mission and impact
High level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential and sensitive donor information
Understands the importance of equity, inclusion, and cultural competency and has a strong commitment to continuous learning and incorporation of new information
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Tech‑savvy and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Zoom
Ability to work both independently and as part of the team
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, including movement up and down stairs and throughout office environment and at events
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times and 50 pounds on occasion
POSITION DETAILS This position is a full‑time salaried exempt position. This role will require regular in‑office work at our headquarters in Minneapolis, with some flexibility for remote work. The work schedule will vary depending on the needs of the department and will include evening and weekend hours for events and meetings. Travel will be up to 20%, primarily local. Details on schedule to be discussed in the interview process.
The compensation package includes the following:
$75,000-$85,000 annual salary
Generous paid time off
Excellent Health Insurance with a low deductible (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
Excellent Dental and Vision Insurance (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with up to a 3% match
Free parking at the PS office
TO APPLY Please email the following to apply@projectsuccess.org with a subject line including the name of the position, addressed to Adrienne Diercks, Founder and Executive Director:
Resume
Cover Letter
References
Where you heard about us and/or found the job posting
To learn more, visit: https://www.projectsuccess.org/join-our-team/
Project Success is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience levels to apply!
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The Individual Giving Officer is responsible for identifying, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors to meet the organizational giving goal. They work with the Senior Director of Advancement to develop fundraising plans, strategies, and key tactics that increase the organization’s philanthropic and in-kind support from individual donors.
This role reports to the Senior Director of Advancement and is part of the Advancement team at Project Success.
Our ideal candidate has a successful track record of developing annual fundraising plans, meeting annual goals, building relationships with a variety of constituents, and analyzing the effectiveness of fundraising efforts. They have excellent organizational, collaboration, and communication skills needed to work with various internal and external partners. They are trustworthy with a high sense of integrity and are able to nurture relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders. They also approach fundraising with a clear understanding of and commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, and accessibility.
CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Development Planning and Execution
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Advancement and the Advancement team to create and execute annual individual giving plans, portfolio goals, and track and report on progress
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Advancement to meet annual contributed revenue goals, including cash and in‑kind support
Work closely with the Senior Director of Advancement and the Executive Director to drive the strategic goals of the organization and ensure individual giving efforts align with those goals
Support the continued growth of the individual giving program, including managing and growing relationships
Donor Relations and Solicitation
Manage a portfolio of individual donors and prospects needed to meet the annual individual giving goal
Collaborate with the Senior Director of Advancement, Executive Director, and Board volunteers to lead efforts in identifying, cultivating, and securing individual donors
Build and maintain strong donor relationships through regular and personalized engagement, including in‑person visits, phone calls, email, mailings, and participation in donor events
Plan and execute donor engagement opportunities and events to deepen relationships and increase individual giving
Maintain an active presence in giving networks to build relationships with current and prospective donors
Serve as the primary point of contact for new individual donors, including responding to inquiries related to giving and engagement opportunities
Collaborate with the Advancement team to develop compelling donor‑facing materials and impact storytelling that communicates Project Success’s mission and impact
Information Management
Oversee the management of individual gift data in Raiser’s Edge carried out by the Advancement Operations Manager
Establish and maintain strong systems for gift tracking, acknowledgements, donor stewardship, cultivation, and communications, including requested reports and informal updates
Utilize tools available in Raiser’s Edge to accurately manage, analyze and report on fundraising progress, strengthen systems for data management, and extract information needed to plan and execute fundraising activities
Other Duties as Assigned MISSION, VISION, AND VALUES + INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND ACCESSIBILITY We are looking for individuals that are passionate about the success of our students and share the mission, vision, and values of Project Success.
Mission Project Success motivates and inspires young people to dream about the future, helps them take steps to get there and gives them the tools they need to achieve their goals.
Vision Every child entering middle school will graduate high school with a plan for their future and have the skills and confidence that will take them through the rest of their lives.
Values
Kids First!
Dependability, Reliability, and Trust
A Non‑Judgmental Environment
Willingness to Grow and Change
Love is the Key
Develop Healthy Relationships
Clear and Open Communication
Sustain Excellence
Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Project Success strives to connect students to their purpose by creating programming that truly serves our students and families. We envision a Project Success where inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility are fully integrated into everything we do. We aim to hire individuals that care deeply about students, families, and community, share our values, and are committed to practicing ongoing anti‑racism work and I.D.E.A. principles.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS Please note that while the qualifications below are preferred for this position, we do not expect any one person to necessarily have all the items listed. We highly encourage people with a wide range of education, experience, and skill levels to apply for this position.
Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of similar experience (or a combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities)
5+ years of experience in fundraising operations, securing individual gifts, and/or contributing to organizational giving goals
Proven development writing experience, including proposal development and reporting
Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems
Knowledge of and experience working within Minnesota’s philanthropic community
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong storytelling skills, with the ability to effectively communicate Project Success’s mission and impact
High level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential and sensitive donor information
Understands the importance of equity, inclusion, and cultural competency and has a strong commitment to continuous learning and incorporation of new information
Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Tech‑savvy and proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Zoom
Ability to work both independently and as part of the team
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance
Ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, including movement up and down stairs and throughout office environment and at events
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times and 50 pounds on occasion
POSITION DETAILS This position is a full‑time salaried exempt position. This role will require regular in‑office work at our headquarters in Minneapolis, with some flexibility for remote work. The work schedule will vary depending on the needs of the department and will include evening and weekend hours for events and meetings. Travel will be up to 20%, primarily local. Details on schedule to be discussed in the interview process.
The compensation package includes the following:
$75,000-$85,000 annual salary
Generous paid time off
Excellent Health Insurance with a low deductible (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
Excellent Dental and Vision Insurance (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
Short‑Term Disability and Life Insurance (PS pays 100% of the monthly premium rate)
SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with up to a 3% match
Free parking at the PS office
TO APPLY Please email the following to apply@projectsuccess.org with a subject line including the name of the position, addressed to Adrienne Diercks, Founder and Executive Director:
Resume
Cover Letter
References
Where you heard about us and/or found the job posting
To learn more, visit: https://www.projectsuccess.org/join-our-team/
Project Success is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive team. We strongly encourage candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experience levels to apply!
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