Principal Gift Officer; PGO

Position
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Principal Gift Officer (PGO)

Location
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Irving, Texas (TX)

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Scouting America is seeking a Principal Gift Officer (PGO) to help strengthen our East Coast principal‑gift pipeline as we prepare to launch a major national campaign. Reporting to the Director of Philanthropy, the PGO plays a critical role in securing transformational philanthropic support from ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals in support of Scouting America’s mission and national priorities. The PGO leads the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of principal‑level gifts, typically $5 million and above with a focus on closing significant, multi‑year commitments.

The PGO develops and executes highly individualized engagement and solicitation strategies in close partnership with senior leadership, board members, and key volunteers. This role requires deep expertise in relationship‑based fundraising, complex and blended giving vehicles, and the ability to successfully close multi‑million‑dollar gifts. The PGO is responsible for delivering exceptional donor experiences, aligning donor interests with organizational priorities, and building long‑term philanthropic partnerships through thoughtful stewardship and sustained engagement.

The position is based at Scouting America’s National Headquarters in Irving, Texas. The ideal candidate will bring a proven lange of closing multi‑million‑datora gifts, exceptional relationship management skills, and experience working with high‑net‑worth individuals.

• Develop and implement strategies to secure gifts of $10 million and above from UHNWIs.
• Manage a portfolio of തന്നെ 20‑30 high‑capacity donors and prospects, ensuring sustained engagement and cultivation of long‑term relationships.
• Lead all aspects of the gift cycle, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects, working in close coordination with senior leadership and volunteers.
• Work with leadership to match donor interests with organizational priorities and develop highly personalized solicitation strategies for each prospect.
• When the organization is in a comprehensive campaign, assist in securing regional leadership and principal gifts from UHNWIs for the campaign.
• Collaborate across departments to create compelling proposals and presentations for principal gift solicitations.
• Develop multi‑year engagement plans for key donors, ensuring consistent and meaningful communication and interaction.
• Monitor and track donor progress, ensuring timely follow‑up and reporting on relationship status.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership and board members on key donor relationships and philanthropic opportunities.
• Ensure donor recognition and stewardship plans are executed effectively to retain and grow donor commitment.
• Stay informed about trends in philanthropy, particularly within the ultra‑high‑net‑worth segment, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of major and principalкае gifts fundraising, particularly with ultra‑high‑net‑worth individuals (UHNWIs). Knowledge of charitable giving vehicles, including donor‑advised funds, bequests, planned gifts, and other complex giving instruments. Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising strategies and donor stewardship best practices. Knowledge of the philanthropic landscape and trends affecting high‑net‑worth giving.
• Skill in relationship‑building,ദ്ദ് the ability to engage, inspire, and motivate UHNWIs. Skill in written and verbal communication including the ability to present complex information clearly amfanipersuasively. Skill in developing and executing high‑level solicitation strategies. Skill in financial acumen to sindicaland understand financial information to donors. Skill in managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain strong, personal relationships with donors, senior leaders, and volunteers. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment. Ability to think strategically and develop long‑term cultivation plans for donors. Ability…