Philanthropy Officer

Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child's rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.

Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector;

and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.

Position Summary

KIND seeks a Philanthropy Officer to join a growing team of development professionals working directly with high-capacity donors and prospects to accomplish their giving objectives through major ($10K+ annually) and planned gifts. The Philanthropy Officer will build and maintain a portfolio and be responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, acknowledgment, and stewardship of donors with a history of or capacity for major gifts to KIND.

With forecasted revenue growth from individuals and increased recognition nationally and internationally, this position requires an individual who enjoys and is particularly skilled at interfacing with a high volume of donors, has the ambition to maximize untapped opportunities, and the ability to attract new supporters aligned to the organization's work and mission. The qualified individual will have a track record of managing a portfolio of donor relationships, be a self-starter, and be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

The SPO will be organized, analytical, entrepreneurial, collaborative and detail oriented. They must demonstrate a passion for fundraising.

Key measures of success for the position include increasing contributed income, growing an overall portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, and engaging personally with donors and prospects.

This position reports to the Senior Director, Individual Giving. This is a remote position based from any location in the U.S. This position is contingent upon continued funding.

• Manages a portfolio of 100-150 individuals and family foundations (in total giving approximately 1.5M annually) with the capacity to make major gifts, in accordance with established team goals on meetings, solicitations, donor retention, and Salesforce management.
• Develops strategies to upgrade current donors, identify and qualify new prospects, and personally cultivate and solicit high-level gifts.
• Serves as development liaison to West Coast advisory committees and/or field offices, offering fundraising oversight and developing regional strategies based on local donor base, opportunities, and obstacles.
• Approaches work with creativity and persistence, including but not limited to pursuing specific donor networks and interest groups to reach a diverse range of prospective donors.
• Provides comprehensive, timely and innovative stewardship for existing donors. Elevates the importance of stewarding all gifts and programs in ways that strengthen donor interest in, satisfaction with, and commitment to KIND.
• Collaborates with key internal and external stakeholders as needed during cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts, using their time appropriately and ensuring their effectiveness as spokespersons and fundraisers for KIND.
• Effectively navigates institutional resources to be an effective KIND representative with donors. Stays informed of institutional priorities, regional work and achievements, and current updates on key immigration issues.
• Executes small-scale cultivation events, both virtual and in-person, to engage doors and prospects with KIND.
• Adeptly manages Salesforce and other processes such as tracking donor gift projections and list management for portfolio.
• Leads on team projects as needed.
• Approaches work with creativity and…