Major Gifts Officer

Care. No matter what:

PPLM has been a leader in promoting sexual health for more than 90 years.  We believe that all people deserve the information and expert services to make informed, personal decisions that affect their health, their lives and their futures.  We are the state’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health services. We educate families and empower youth to make responsible choices that lead to healthier lives.  We advocate for policies that improve sexual health.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:

PPLM believes sexual health is essential to every person’s overall health, well-being and happiness. We recognize that geographical and systemic barriers entrenched in discrimination and stigma prevent people in Massachusetts from having equitable opportunity to choose their own path and access to sexual and reproductive health care. In order to address health equity in communities across Massachusetts in an authentic way, we must start with ourselves. We are taking focused steps to make progress in our own organization. We have embarked on a diversity, equity and inclusion journey that will lead us toward becoming an organization that better reflects our patients and embodies cultural humility. We are wholeheartedly committed to this work.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) is responsible for sustaining and growing support for Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) and the Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund of Massachusetts (PPAF, PPLM’s 501c4 ancillary organization) by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting existing and prospective donors for both the Annual Fund and PPLM’s $50M comprehensive five-year campaign, which is approaching its fourth year. This individual will manage a prospect portfolio of 100-125 individuals and families with the capacity to give annual gifts of $10,000 ; develop and execute strategies to maintain and actively grow a portfolio of high-net-worth major donors and prospects; communicate personally with donors about areas of interest; develop individualized cultivation plans for major donors and major gift prospects in their portfolio; develop proposals and solicit gifts from prospects; work in collaboration to further develop major donor prospecting and research to feed the major gifts pipeline; and acknowledge and recognize donors in thoughtful, creative ways to maintain their involvement and interest in the organization.

$86,000 - $90,000

• Develop and execute strategies for cultivation and solicitation of major gifts, including: determining moves management plans for top prospects/donors; recommending specific purpose, timing, and level of gift solicitation; identifying those to be involved in cultivation and subsequent solicitation; and soliciting gifts or supporting senior leadership to do so, when appropriate.
• Participate in development and execution of campaign donor strategy.
• Serve as lead fundraiser for annual fundraising events (1-2 per year).
• Participate in the planning and coordination of cultivation events for major donors and prospects, leverage existing opportunities and events to engage major donors and prospects.
• Work with Director of Major Gifts and Director of Development Operations to further develop major donor prospecting and research program.
• Prepare highly customized written materials, including regular correspondence, updates, and major donor letters/proposals.
• Engage senior staff, board members, and leadership volunteers in fundraising activities as appropriate, including strategy sessions, identifying and cultivating new prospects and establishing relationships that can help expand base of support.
• Prepare CEO, CDO, CSO and other senior staff for meetings with donors and prospects. Draft appropriate and timely pre- and post-meeting briefings and correspondence.
• Utilize donor database to track and develop donor strategies.

• Three to five years of development experience at a charitable non-profit, with demonstrated success in the cultivation and direct solicitation of gifts of $10,000 and above.
• Experience partnering with senior staff and leadership volunteers to meet fundraising goals.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities; must prefer and flourish at being self-motivated and directed.
• Highly developed relationship-building skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in both writing and speaking.
• Facility with using fundraising databases to research, track, and develop strategies; Raiser’s Edge knowledge strongly preferred.
• Ability to set and consistently meet deadlines and goals.
• Commitment to PPLM’s mission and ability to communicate organizational priorities to the general public.
• BA/BS degree preferred. Equivalent experience considered.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people of different races, ethnicities, sexual and gender identities and expressions, ages, abilities and experiences.
• Commitment to addressing the impact of racism and other oppressions on sexual health.
• A collaborative spirit and a sense of humor

• Must be able to attend occasional evening events
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle to attend donor visits and events around greater Boston and across Massachusetts

Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes; health, dental and vision insurance, 11 paid holidays, 403B retirement plan with a 3% employer match, paid parental leave, paid time off, flexible spending accounts and more.

Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  Planned Parenthood is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

Salary : $50 - $10,000