Major Gifts Officer
Apostolate for Family Consecration
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Company Email
mary.growden@afc.org
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Bloomingdale, OH
Address
3375 County Road 36, Bloomingdale, OH 43910
Description :
Position Summary:
Are you a bold Major Gifts Officer looking for an opportunity to make a real impact? The
Apostolate for Family Consecration (AFC) is looking for a passionate, organized, and strategic
individual to join the Advancement Team in supporting the needs of our rapidly growing Catholic
non-profit ministry. The Major Gifts Officer works closely with the AFC Advancement staff. The
Major Gifts Officer is responsible for assisting, guiding, and managing the Advancement Team.
The Advancement Team has been charged with raising funds from major gifts for programs,
facilities, mission expansion, capacity building, and endowment development. This position will
also have responsibility for Advancement communications in matrix with the AFC Marketing
Department and the National Advancement Lead.
Reports To: National Advancement Lead
Direct Reports: None
Exempt Status: Exempt
Position Status: Full-Time, on-site
Location: Bloomingdale, OH (on-site)
Salary Range: Salary dependent upon experience
Benefits: Paid time off, Parental leave, Vision, Dental, Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Supervisory Responsibilities: May supervise other team members on specific projects as
determined by the National Advancement Lead.
Travel: 25%
Major Duties and Functions:
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and close leadership for major gifts.
Maintain an active portfolio of 120 prospective benefactors who can support the ministry.
Conduct a minimum of ten (10) face-to-face visits monthly with potential benefactors at the
$10,000+ level.
Assist with the establishment of the AFC as a national brand among constituents.
Develop and maintain a communications plan for the Advancement program which is updated
annually.
With the National Advancement Lead and Marketing Manager, plan and design direct mail, e-
mail, video, and other stewardship and solicitation opportunities for major donors/prospects.
Plan and design the production and distribution of annual "investor" reports, newsletters,
brochures, and other marketing materials in support of Advancement team goals along with
special gift and capital campaigns.
Work towards establishment of young adult network focused on the continued influence and
impact of the AFC in their lives.
Creation of a young adult newsletter as well as young adult virtual and in person communities to
nurture our next generation of philanthropists.
Actively participate in regular AFC Staff and Business Development meetings at the request of
the National Advancement Lead.
Represent the AFC in the local diocese, local churches, and the public when the National
Advancement Lead is unavailable.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the National Advancement Lead.
Qualifications:
Proven track record of securing and increasing gifts at the $1,000, $5,000, and $10,000+ levels
of major gifts.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Enthusiasm and excellent people skills are essential.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Understanding of DonorSearch, data analytics tools, and donor databases.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree and at least 5-7 years' experience working in nonprofit with major gifts and
fund development efforts. Work for nonprofits in faith-based, mission-driven settings highly
preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of time sitting and using a computer.
Occasionally you will be required to stand and walk for 30 minutes or more.
Occasionally you will be required to stand, reach, bend, and lift up to 30 lbs
About the Employer:
The Apostolate for Family Consecration (AFC) supports and challenges Catholic families to
grow in holiness, grow in truth, and grow together so that they can become fully alive in Christ.
We offer Catholic family vacations, retreats, and resources to lead families to an encounter with
Jesus and form them in the truths of our Catholic Faith.
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