Major Gifts Officer

Position Overview

Kennedy Human Rights Center is entering a historic new chapter – celebrating what would have been Senator Robert

F. Kennedy’s 100th birthday in 2025 and the 60th anniversary of our founding in 2028. As we expand our impact around the world, we’re seeking a Major Gifts Officer (MGO) who is passionate about human rights, justice, and creating meaningful, lasting change.

• Develop and execute a major gifts strategy that drives sustainable, values‑aligned growth.
• Manage and expand a portfolio of 75–100 donors and prospects giving $10K+.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward high‑net‑worth individuals to grow engagement and impact.
• Partner with senior leadership, board members, and other key stakeholders to strengthen donor relationships.
• Collaborate with communications and program teams to craft compelling stories and donor materials.
• Maintain accurate donor records and pipeline tracking in Salesforce CRM
  .
• Report on fundraising performance and pipeline development to leadership and the development committee.

• 5–7 years of experience in nonprofit frontline fundraising, with a focus on individual giving and major gifts.
• Proven success cultivating and securing gifts of $10,000+ and managing portfolios of $100K–$1M+.
• Strong relationship management skills and ability to engage senior leaders and high‑profile donors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate mission into motivation.
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce a plus) and MOVES management best practices.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
• Deep commitment to human rights, social justice, and equity.

• Experience in a start‑up or growth‑stage nonprofit environment.
• Knowledge of human rights advocacy or related social impact work.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency (Spanish a plus).

At RFKHR, we value balance, purpose, and growth, and we invest in our people accordingly.

• Flexibility: Hybrid work options and autonomy in managing your schedule.
• Exceptional Benefits:
• 100% employer‑paid platinum medical, dental, and vision for individuals. Generous dependent coverage subsidies
• 7% automatic 401(k) contribution after your first year
• $200/month College Save Up or Loan Pay Down benefit
• $125/month phone & internet stipend
• $1,000 annual benefits card for personal wellness or home/life needs
• Community & Culture: Annual galas, retreats, team celebrations, and events that shine a light on our mission and our amazing teams.

Submit your resume and cover letter to careers with the subject: “[Your Name] – Major Gifts Officer.” In your cover letter, please share how you heard about this role and what draws you to Kennedy Human Rights Center mission.

No phone calls please. Kennedy Human Rights Center will contact qualified candidates directly.

Kennedy Human Rights Center is an equal opportunity employer and believes we are stronger and more effective by working internally and externally with people of all abilities, diverse backgrounds, and a range of perspectives, particularly those who have historically been marginalized or underrepresented. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We do not discriminate in our hiring practices and in order to build the strongest possible workforce, actively seek a diverse applicant pool. If you're in need of an accommodation at any time during the application and hiring process please contact us by emailing your request to hr with the subj. line “Accommodation Request”. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Having documents in alternate formats or read aloud
• Having interviews in a more accessible location/format