HybridHybrid schedule; occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Sales & Account ManagementAccount Management
About the job
Requirements
At least three years of experience working in a large or mid-sized fundraising program.
A proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, closing, and stewarding major gifts from individuals.
Demonstrated ability to connect with different audiences and build long-term relationships that positively impact organizations.
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with close attention to detail.
Excellent writing and editing skills and strong verbal communication skills.
Ability to work non-traditional hours as needed for donor programming and events, including occasional weekends.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing, walking, sitting, bending, using hands, reaching, climbing stairs, talking, hearing, and occasionally lifting or moving items weighing up to 25 pounds and moving over uneven surfaces.
Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of 100–125 individual and corporate prospects and donors.
Build and strengthen ASI’s fundraising capacity by supporting a culture of philanthropy, identifying new prospects, and cultivating donor and sponsor relationships.
Partner with the Director of Development to create and execute strategies that inspire businesses to financially invest in ASI.
Collaborate with internal partners to create a meaningful and holistic donor engagement experience.
Document all prospect and donor interactions by entering detailed contact reports to ensure accurate relationship tracking and seamless communication.
Report on performance and progress toward goals.
Perform other duties within the scope of the position as needed or required.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion through continuous personal development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing personal bias.
Work independently and collaboratively with staff to ensure equitable and representative experiences for all visitors and program participants.
Desired Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or a related field.
Experience working on a capital campaign.
Experience working in Blackbaud CRM, including Altru or Raiser’s Edge.
Interest in Swedish or Scandinavian cultures.
Description
Division/Department: Development
Reports to: Director of Development
Compensation: $80,000
Educational Requirement: None
Exempt or Nonexempt: Exempt
Hourly or Salaried: Salaried
Hours Per Week: Full-time; 40 hours
Hybrid or On Site: Hybrid
Language proficiency: English. Proficiency/familiarity with another language is a plus but not required.
Schedule: Mon-Fri; weekends/evenings as needed
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Gifts Officer is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of individual and corporate prospects and donors. The Gifts Officer collaborates with colleagues across ASI to fulfill the organization’s fundraising goals and is part of the team that will execute a transformational capital campaign.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage a portfolio of 100–125 individual and corporate prospects and donors
Build and strengthen ASI’s fundraising capacity through attention to a culture of philanthropy, identifying new prospects, and cultivating donor and sponsor relationships
Partner with the Director of Development to create and execute strategies to inspire businesses to financially invest in ASI
Collaborate with internal partners to create a meaningful and holistic donor engagement experience
Document all prospect and donor interactions by entering detailed contact reports to ensure accurate relationship tracking and seamless communication
Report on performance and progress towards goals
Other duties as needed or required
Perform other duties as needed or required which are within the position's scope.
Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) are core functions of all positions at the American Swedish Institute. While some roles may have more specific responsibilities, the items below are a part of everyone's responsibilities:
Demonstrate a commitment to DEAI through continuous personal development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing personal bias to help cultivate and promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging for all staff.
Proactively work on your own and collaboratively with other staff to ensure equitable and representative experiences for all visitors and program participants.
Requirements
REQUIRED
Minimum three years’ experience working in a large or mid-sized fundraising program
Proven track record of cultivating, soliciting, closing, and stewarding major gifts from individuals
Demonstrated ability to connect with different audiences and build long-term relationships that positively impact organizations
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities with close attention to detail
Excellent writing and editing skills, and strong verbal communication skills
Ability to work non-traditional work hours as needed for donor programming and events, including occasional weekends
PREFERRED
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or related field.
Experience working on a capital campaign
Experience working in Blackbaud CRM (Altru or Raiser’s Edge)
Interest in Swedish/Scandinavian cultures
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; bend, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and equipment, and furniture, up to 25 pounds, move over uneven surfaces and lift objects overhead.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the staff member assigned to this position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
OUR MISSION:
The American Swedish Institute’s mission is to inspire curiosity, embrace creativity, and grow community by exploring the past, present, and future of Swedish culture.
OUR VISION:
At ASI, we envision a future where communities, connected by stories and ideas from near and far, find inspiration and build a shared future.
OUR VALUES:
Relationships: The relationships we cultivate, both locally and globally, are at the core of our work. We build bridges across cultures and generations as we foster community and sustain lasting relationships over time.
Diversity: We believe that communities that hold and embrace diversity and change are vibrant, joyful, and resilient. We engage with the complexities, creativity, and impacts of the interconnections among cultures and histories.
Curiosity: We believe that being open to reflection, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas can lead to innovation and transformation. We offer unique, varied experiences that pique curiosity, invite participation, encourage new ways of thinking, and deepen learning.
Stewardship: We value our individual and shared histories, honoring what has come before while remaining open to what is to come. We preserve this historic site and cultural center as well as the heritage, practices, and artifacts of Swedish and Swedish American cultures so all generations may explore and be inspired by them.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The American Swedish Institute provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.