Major Gifts Officer

Overview:

GBGM:

The General Board of Global Ministries is the worldwide mission, relief, and development agency of The United MethodistChurch, working with partners and churches in more than 115 countries to equip and transform people and places for God’s mission. Global Ministries connects the church in mission through the sending of missionaries, evangelism and church revitalization, disaster response and recovery led by the United Methodist Committee on Relief, and global health.

HEM:

As stewards of the educational mission and intellectual life of The United Methodist Church, the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry (GBHEM) connects the church and the academy and devel-ops transformational leaders for the ministry of the church. Elders, deacons and licensed local pastors benefit from our training and candidacy programs. Young adults find help in clarifying their vocation and God’s call on their lives through our leadership and discernment programs. GBHEM also supports and connects networks of more than 1,000 United Methodist and Methodist-related schools, colleges, and universities around the world.

About the Role:

The Major Gifts Officer will play a crucial role in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gift prospects to secure substantial donations for our agencies programs and initiatives. Reporting to the head of development, the Major Gifts Officer will be instrumental in sustaining our major gifts pipeline and maximizing philanthropic support. The ideal candidate will be responsible for articulating UMC’s structure, theology, polity, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion to potential donors and stakeholders. Therefore, they must possess or be willing to acquire a comprehensive understanding of the denominations’ theological principles, organizational structure, and governance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Major Gift Prospecting: Identify and cultivate relationships with major gift prospects annually. Develop tailoredcultivation strategies based on donor interests and organizational priorities.
• Solicitation Strategies: Develop and execute solicitation strategies to secure major gifts that align with our fundingpriorities. Collaborate with the Directorof Development and key stakeholders to craft compelling proposals and presentations for donor engagement.
• Donor Stewardship: Build and maintain long-term relationships with major donors through personalized stewardship activities. Ensure donors receive timely acknowledgments and reports on the impact of their gifts.
• Proposal Preparation: Prepare detailed and compelling proposalsand stewardship reportsfor major gift prospects and donors. Tailor communications to align with donor interests and organizational goals.
• Reporting and Tracking: Track and report on major gift activities monthly to monitor progress towards fundraising goals. Maintain accurateand up-to-date recordsof donor interactions and contributions in the database.
• Goal Achievement: Regularly meet and exceed internalgoals set for activity and revenue secured. Cultivate relationships with a portfolio of 75-125 major gift prospects and maintain ongoing engagement with major donors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degreein a relevant field such as publicrelations, marketing, or communications.
• Proven experience in fundraising, particularly in securing $100kplus in major gifts from individuals or corporations. A minimum of five (5) years of fundraising experience is a plus.
• High energy, positive,can-do attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail; high degree of initiative.
• Strong strategic planningand organizational skills.
• Five (5) years plus donor management and relationship experience with donor database background, preferably within the nonprofit sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with donors.
• A solid understanding of finances and budgeting.

Qualities and Critical Competencies

• The position requires contact on a regular basis with individuals and groups which may or may not be part of the church's official structure. This work has an integrity which Global Ministries respects as part of its work. In all areas of Global Ministries work, confidentiality in relationships must be respected.
• A commitment to develop a comprehensive understanding of the denominations’ theological principles, organizational structure, governance and act with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Team Collaboration and Participation is a key area of focus at Global Ministries, it may be requested to participate on joint taskforces, special projects and/or events planning team.Participation in thesecircumstances is factoredinto the overallevaluation of performance.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form,e-mail, or in person.
• Computer Proficiency — Using databases, CRM systems and fundraising platforms to support the program,set up functions, enter data, orprocess information, distribute information, collect data, and generate reports
• Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.
• Communicating with Persons Outsidethe Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to members, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
• Organizing, Planning,and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Professionalism Approaches others in a professional manner. Reacts well under pressure
• and always treatsothers with respectand consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and policies. Copes effectively with change and is comfortable working with uncertainty.
• Teamwork
• Contributes to building a positive team spirit by placing successof team above own interest. Supports other staff in their efforts towards a completed project.

Working Conditions:

• Location: U.S. Remote

1. Standard Hours: 5

• weekly hours between 7:00am
• 7:00pm ET (Monday
• Friday; flexible start and stop time)
• Travel as requiredto attend meetings, training, or otherevents; outside the US may be necessary on occasion.
• Evening and weekendmeetings as necessary.
• Department: Fund Development
• Full-Time Exempt Salary Range: $89,119 - $142,589

What We Offer and How to Apply:

• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, HSA/FSA,and other health and welfarebenefits.
• How to Apply: Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, along with a digitally signed employment application through the applicant portal. Applications must highlight competencies against requirements, potential start date,and provide at least three references (2 supervisory references and 1 professional reference).
• To access our careers webpageand apply to the position, please scan the QR box. Please be sure to sign your application.

We are looking to fill the position as soon as possible, so don’t wait to apply!

If you have any questions as you completeyour application, please contact HRGeneral@umcmission.org

• Global Ministries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No outside Firm/Agency calls.