✨ About The Role
- The Associate Director of U.S. Philanthropy will manage GFI's major gift portfolios in the Midwest and Southeast regions.
- The role involves identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding new and existing donors.
- The candidate will collaborate with colleagues to develop strategies for expanding the major donor base.
- The position includes direct management of the Leadership Giving Officer, focusing on training and performance management.
- The role requires attending and hosting industry-specific events for prospect identification and relationship development.
- The candidate will craft and present creative funding proposals and prepare personalized progress reports.
- The position involves securing both unrestricted and restricted philanthropic contributions at major and principal gift levels.
⚡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of eight years of development experience, including five years in a major gifts officer capacity.
- A proven track record of successfully closing principal-level gifts of $1M or more is essential.
- The candidate should demonstrate the ability to cultivate relationships with individuals and families with major gift potential.
- Experience in managing and mentoring fellow development team members is important for this role.
- The candidate must have extensive philanthropic experience in the U.S. Midwest and Southeast regions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are necessary for effective donor engagement.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is crucial for fostering an inclusive workplace.
- The candidate should have a strong support for GFI's mission and values, particularly in relation to alternative proteins and environmental issues.