Philanthropy Officer

Description

The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will report to the executive director and will be responsible for procuring major gifts for both current and future gifts for the foundations department for the Providence Southwest Service Area. This individual will be responsible for special initiatives that contribute to the strategic development of the region's long‑term plan and campaign activities. The primary focus of this position is external, as a field officer, involving the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors through current gifts and multi‑year pledge commitments.

• Identify prospective major donors and build long‑term relationships.
• Cultivate and solicit major gifts and multi‑year pledge commitments.
• Steward donors and ensure ongoing engagement with the foundation’s programs.
• Develop and implement strategies that align with the organization’s long‑term plan and campaign activities.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Philanthropy, Not For Profit Management, or related field.
• 3 years of experience in a sales or development office with proven results in securing sales or gifts in the $10,000 and above range.

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential upon hire.
• Experience with an emphasis on major gift cultivation and solicitation.

Our best‑in‑class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate’s placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Pay range: $45.14 – $70.07.