Description Primary Responsibilities • Donor Cultivation and Solicitation: o The Major Gifts Officer will be expected to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and prospects, and must be able to represent The Client enthusiastically and accurately to a variety of constituents, including board members, major donors, prospects, and other friends of the client. o Develop appropriate cultivation and solicitation strategies for donors and prospects, moving potential donors in an appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure. o Develop a high-quality donor experience through regular compelling proposals, presentations, personalized correspondence, and timely acknowledgments o Collaborate with the leadership team, Board of Directors, and corporate volunteers to support high-level solicitations. o Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle, working independently in initiating contacts with potential donors while maintaining sensitivity to the needs of the donors. o Make decisions about cultivation time committed vs. expected gift; determine who needs to be involved in relationships with prospective donors. • Stewardship: o Maintain personalized stewardship plans for major donors, ensuring meaningful and lasting relationships. o Track donor engagement and interactions using CRM tools and software, providing regular updates and reports. • Program Collaboration: o Work closely with The Client’s program staff to understand and articulate funding priorities. o Collaborate with the Communications team to develop donor-facing materials and engagement strategies, including appeals, newsletters, and stewardship events. o Support fundraising events, including their annual gala and other donor centric activities. o Engage community stakeholders in supporting their initiatives through philanthropy. • Fundraising Metrics: o Meet or exceed established fundraising targets set by the CEO and CDO and performance metrics. o Write accurate and compelling donor reports aligned with requirements, incorporating strong narratives. o Track and report on revenue goals, major gifts pipeline, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in partnership with their executive leadership. • Events and Campaign Coordination o Plan, organize, and manage small to mid-scale donor cultivation events and other engagement activities, showcasing their impact. o Attend donor tours, conferences, and events to promote their mission and strengthen donor relationships. Qualifications • Education and Experience: o Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university. o Minimum of five years of experience in major gift fundraising, with a proven track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts. o Experience in the nonprofit or social services sector is highly preferred. o Have an understanding of the philanthropic landscape in the New York City area. Requirements Adobe Creative Cloud, Content Management System (CMS), CRM, Editorial Calendars, Facebook Insights, Advertisements, Blogging, Brand Awareness, Brochures, Campaign Planning Innovation starts with people.® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .