Gift Officer

The Gift Officer position plays a critical role in expanding the organization's major and mid-level gift portfolio by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual and corporate donors capable of making meaningful, transformational contributions by moving prospects through a structured pipeline with intentional, face-to-face relationship development. The Gift Officer works in close coordination with the Director of Development and the Development team to deliver a cohesive, donor-centered experience that deepens commitment to NMHFH's mission of affordable home ownership.

The hiring range for this position is $55,203 - $71,240. Candidates who possess all of the skills required for this position will start near the top of the hiring range. We believe in fair, market-informed compensation that recognizes the skills, experience, and contributions each team member brings to our mission. In addition to wages, we value the full employee experience, including benefits and a positive work environment.

The posted pay range reflects the anticipated starting range for this position and may be adjusted based on the selected candidate’s experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. The top of the range is not intended to represent the maximum amount this position could earn over time.

We care deeply about supporting the people who help carry out our mission, and we are pleased to offer a benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members. Full-time employees receive fully funded health insurance, with a cost-sharing option for covered dependents, as well as dental and vision insurance at a shared cost. Part-time employees have access to health insurance for themselves and covered dependents at a shared cost.

In addition, full-time employees receive $50,000 of fully funded life insurance, and we also offer a Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% company match for all employees to help support long-term financial security.

• A natural relationship-builder who is energized by one-on-one engagement with donors, community leaders, and prospects.
• Confident and comfortable making direct solicitations — asking for the gift is not an afterthought but a core strength.
• Highly self-directed, proactive, and able to manage a complex portfolio of prospects without close day-to-day supervision.
• Emotionally intelligent and perceptive; skilled at listening, reading a room, and meeting donors where they are.
• Disciplined about follow-through, documentation, and portfolio management — details matter in gift work.
• Persuasive and articulate communicator, both verbally and in writing, able to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
• Genuinely passionate about solving housing insecurity and connecting donors to meaningful, community-rooted impact.
• Collaborative team player who understands that the best donor experience is a coordinated one.

• Manage an active portfolio of 75–125 major and mid-level gift prospects and donors, with a focus on individuals capable of gifts of $5,000 and above.
• Conduct regular in-person meetings, site visits, and one-on-one engagements to build authentic, long-term donor relationships.
• Develop individualized cultivation and solicitation strategies for each portfolio donor in collaboration with the Director of Development.
• Prepare and present compelling gift proposals, case statements, and solicitation materials tailored to each donor's interests and capacity.
• Execute timely, personalized asks — in person, by phone, or in writing — aligned with the donor's readiness and relationship stage.
• Provide thoughtful post-gift stewardship,…