Major Gifts Officer

Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library encompasses an unrivaled museum of American decorative arts in its mansion and galleries and a magnificent 60-acre naturalistic garden—all set on 1,000 gorgeous acres.

Winterthur employs a wide array of positions in the areas of curatorial, horticulture, education, conservation, library, maintenance, marketing, development, technology, and administration.

At Winterthur, employment is more than just work. The Winterthur employee is offered a unique and rewarding experience that is rich in culture and natural beauty. Winterthur considers its employees and volunteers to be among its greatest assets and welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute their specific skills to its mission “to inspire, enlighten, and delight all of its visitors while preserving and enhancing [Winterthur]” and also uphold its core values of agility, excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusion, and transparency.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for designing and implementing engagement strategies for identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding qualified donors for major gifts.  This position will play a vital role securing key gifts for the broad scope of Winterthur initiatives through regular interaction with current and prospective donors. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic self-starter who is capable of building sustainable, long-term philanthropic relationships while meeting annual fundraising goals and capable of self-directing daily responsibilities.

Compensation: $55,000 annually

Benefits:  Including, but not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous paid time off plan including 10 holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time; 403b with employer match for eligible employees; discounts in the museum store and cafe; free general admission for you and your immediate family

Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 35 hours/week; occasional weekend and evening hours required

Responsibilities:

1. Identify and develop solicitation strategies for a portfolio of 100+ prospects and current donors to secure major gifts across the institution.
2. Develop and implement strategies to engage prospects that will expand and diversify the donor base, to establish and strengthen relationships with donors and assess giving potential and interest areas.
3. Under the Development Director’s direction, meet metrics as assigned, including goals for meetings, proposals submitted, restricted gifts secured, manage prospect tracking and correspondence.
4. Move potential donors to solicitation and closure, with active and regular communication via writing, phone and in person visits.
5. Proactively stay abreast of the Institution’s needs within areas of responsibility and identify prospective donors for those needs.
6. Collaborate Development Division and institution wide to develop compelling collateral material which clearly conveys fundraising messages aligned with donor interests.
7. Craft effective proposals, reports, acknowledgements, and other related communications
8. Participate in select programs and donor events as needed.
9. Performs other duties as requested.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Experience: Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years' experience working in a membership, development, or alumni office; equivalent experience considered in lieu of degree

Preferred Experience: Master’s degree in decorative arts

Knowledge/Skills:

1. Proven ability to identify and build strong external relationships with a variety of donors, volunteers and other stakeholders; Must demonstrate friendliness, professionalism, and a donor-centric approach.
2. Track record of success in meeting fundraising goals and demonstrated experience securing major gifts from individuals
3. Proficient skills in Microsoft Office, Tessitura or comparable CRM, and project management software
4. Excellent organizational skills.
5. Excellent written communication skills.
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks and to prioritize.

Essential Functions:

1. Valid driver’s license
2. Engage in conversation with members, donors, and Board of Trustees
3. Ability pass a defensive driving course and successfully complete golf cart training for use with donors
4. Ability to work at a computer for up to 8 hours a day

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