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Development Officer Major Gifts
Children’s Home Society & Family Services
Posted
June 12, 2009

Children’s Home Society & Family Services (CHSFS) is seeking a Development Officer who will specialize in cultivation and soliciting major gifts from individuals. As a member of the advancement team, the Development Officer will generate funding for our agency’s general operating budget and programs. Job responsibilities include:

  • participating in the fundraising process (planning and implementation),
  • cultivating and securing major gifts,
  • facilitating estate plans and planned gift agreements, and
  • assisting their team with donor recognition events/activities.

For 120 years, CHSFS has been helping families stay strong and care for their children by providing counseling, financial education and quality early childhood care. We help children without families find permanent, loving homes through adoption. We invite you to join a team of professionals who are dedicated to supporting children and families in our community and around the world.

Qualifications: A Bachelor degree with related course work or equivalent experience is required, along with:

  • 5+ years of fundraising experience with demonstrated success in closing major individual gifts or 10 years of social service experience with experience in marketing, recruitment, one to one and group presentations and public speaking.
  • Demonstrated success in closing major individual gifts.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in administration, long range planning, budgeting, and staff supervision.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Software.
  • A current, valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
  • Experience with Raisers Edge preferred.
CHSFS has competitive benefits and is an AA / EEO Employer. Apply online at https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=338641.


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