Colorado Nonprofit Association

Philanthropy Officer – Humane Colorado

Are you compassionate about animals and have a desire to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves?  Are you inherently curious and eager to explore innovative ways to engage donors, build meaningful relationships, and secure funding for animals in need? For 115 years, Humane Colorado has been working to end pet homelessness and animal suffering by providing a strong and steadfast voice for animals. 

Purpose of Position:   

The Philanthropy Officer will work with the Manager of Philanthropy and Planned Giving to develop and implement a strategy targeting individuals capable of making significant annual contributions of $10,000 or more to support the mission of Humane Colorado. The Philanthropy Officer develops long-term relationships built on a firm understanding of donors’ interests, passions, and values. The Philanthropy officer will maintain a portfolio of major donors capable of five and six figure gifts and will be responsible for achieving key metrics. The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for identification of prospective donors as well as qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and creative stewardship of a portfolio of existing donors. 

Responsibilities 

• Secure major gifts ($10,000+) by building relationships with both new and existing donors. Develop personalized strategies to meet annual fundraising targets and surpass revenue goals. 
• Cultivate, qualify, and solicit prospective and current donors, with the ultimate goal of upgrading them to major gift prospects. Increase donor engagement and retention through strategic stewardship. 
• Maintain and actively manage a portfolio of individual donors and prospects, raising at least $750,000 annually. Use a donor database to track interactions, progress, and performance effectively. 
• Develop meaningful engagement opportunities, including one-on-one meetings, events, and communications, to deepen relationships between donors and Humane Colorado. 
• Create and implement moves management plans tailored to each donor’s interests, motivations, and giving patterns to maximize their support. 
• Write compelling proposals and stewardship reports that reflect the impact of donor contributions, ensuring that gifts are used in accordance with donor intentions. 
• Conduct thorough research to identify high-potential donors and assess their giving capacity. Build a pipeline of prospective major donors. 
• Generate timely reports on portfolio activity, donor progress, and fundraising results to inform decision-making and ensure accountability. 

People Care 

People are the key to fulfilling our mission. Making internal and external patrons and their needs a primary focus is expected in all situations. This position interacts with and collaborates with employees at all levels of the organization. Communication occurs through face to face, telephone, and electronic interactions and may also include contact with the general public and Humane Colorado business partners. Communication and contact must be clear, understandable, cooperative, professional and respectful in all circumstances. Employees are expected to actively support a positive team environment, directly address conflict, and appropriately express concerns. 

Competencies 

Competencies are work behaviors and expectations necessary for successful job performance. They encompass knowledge, skills, abilities, attitudes, and actions. Additional definitions for competencies may be obtained from Human Resources. 

Organizational Key Competencies 

• Integrity and Ethics 
• Adapting to Change and Ambiguity 
• Customer and Community Focus 
• Emotional Intelligence 
• Excellence 

Position Key Competencies 

• Analytical Thinking 
• Fiscal Responsibility 
• Project Management 
• Community Partnerships 
• Innovation 
• Donor Relations 
• Strategic Thinking 
• Financial Acumen 

Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility 

• Volunteers (overseeing and guiding volunteers in support of fundraising activities) 

Travel 

• This position may require travel to different work sites 

Compensation: Starting at $73,000.00 – $81,000.00 annually (starting pay commensurate with market, experience, and equity)

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements 

Performs work primarily in an office setting. Potentially prolonged periods of sitting and repetitive motion. May work in an area with high noise level.  Potentially subject to animal bites and scratches.  Exposure to cleaning chemicals, fumes, dust, animal dander, and feces. Occasional lifting with reasonable accommodation. 

Requirements

Position Qualifications  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Excellent presentation and writing skills. 
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and a proven ability to engage, motive, and inspire others to action. 
• Strong work ethic and commitment to being a ‘best in class’ fundraiser. 
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to be self-motivated. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.  
• Knowledge of fundraising database software. 

Required 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in non-profit management, communication, sales or related field, or equivalent experience 
• Work Experience: Three years of sales or fundraising experience 

Desired 

• Experience with fundraising software (i.e. EveryAction).