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Save the Children US · 1 day ago

Senior Officer, Planned Giving - East Coast (P4)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$119K/yr - $133K/yr

7+ years exp

Save the Children is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children around the world. The Senior Officer, Planned Giving - East Coast will manage a portfolio of planned giving donors, develop strategies for donor engagement, and collaborate with the Philanthropy team to enhance fundraising efforts.

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Responsibilities

Manage and grow a portfolio of planned giving donors and prospects, focusing on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship

Conduct personalized outreach through calls, letters, emails, and visits to engage prospects and secure planned gifts

Respond to donor inquiries and leads acquired through our robust digital and direct mail program. Address questions and concerns in a timely and professional manner

Serve as an internal resource to, and collaborate with major donor and mid-level giving teams to integrate planned giving into giving culture and as blended gifts

Develop and implement creative strategies and engagement to grow the planned giving program

Track all moves management efforts and maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in the fundraising database

Perform other duties as related or assigned, including special projects and mentoring junior staff

Qualification

Planned giving knowledgeDonor relationship managementFundraising experienceMS Office proficiencyStrategic thinkingCommunication skillsEnglish proficiencyTeam collaborationProblem-solving skills

Required

Minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with at least 7 years of relevant fundraising experience and 3+ years focused on planned giving

Experience working with high level donors and external partners (attorneys, financial planners, trustees, executors, and vendors)

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with donors and advisors

Ability to maintain an awareness of current planned giving practices and changes to laws and regulations

Strong knowledge of planned giving vehicles (bequests, beneficiary designations, charitable gift annuities, trusts, life insurance)

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

Professional proficiency in MS Office suite

Professional proficiency in spoken and written English

Current driver's license and ability to travel on occasion for donor visits

Benefits

Flexible schedules and time off: Flexible schedules, generous PTO, 11 paid holidays plus 2 floating holidays and hybrid working opportunities

Health: Competitive health care, dental and vision coverage for you and your family

Family: A variety of paid leaves: caregiver, parental/adoption, critical child illness and fertility benefits

Employee Rewards Program: Annual merit increases and/or additional incentives for eligible employees

Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)

Wellness: 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days), mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events

Employee Assistance Program: free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services

Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships

Company

Save the Children US

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Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating lasting change in the lives of children in need in the United States and around the world.

Founded in 1932

Fairfield, Connecticut, USA

1001-5000 employees