Full-time

Description

About the Organization

In 1998, Tulsa Community Foundation (TCF) was established to assist nonprofit agencies, corporations, individuals and families with flexible charitable giving solutions.

The Tulsa Community Foundation is a collection of over 2,000 funds, varying in size from a few thousand to multiple millions of dollars. Each fund has its own identity and philanthropic purpose. Funds benefit from being invested with other funds to create a lasting community resource and benefit to the region.

Position Purpose

TCF seeks an experienced, highly skilled and mission driven candidate to serve as a Program Officer–Development. The Program Officer–Development will perform individual and business/funds development and stewardship roles for Tulsa Community Foundation. Our mission is to steward donors’ charitable giving, now and for generations to come and to provide leadership, vision and impactful community investment.

The Program Officer of Development involves being a key leader driving TCF’s mission, shaping our asset development strategy, nurturing donor relationships, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. This work will directly impact the growth of philanthropy.

Responsibilities/Essential Duties

Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for business development, donor engagement, and community outreach, especially with the allied professional community
Identify and cultivate professional advisors in the accounting, financial planning, legal and tax communities to create referral opportunities
Set and achieve ambitious development goals (new business & legacy donors) while ensuring sustainable growth
Participate in strategic planning at the executive level
Create and execute on business development strategies to grow the foundation’s assets through planned giving, endowment building, and complex gifts
Monitor and analyze development trends and adjust strategies accordingly
Ensure best practices in donor database management and gift processing
Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, families, and corporations
Design, implement and oversee innovative donor stewardship programs that enhance the giving experience, including donor recognition programs and special events
Prepare and execute donor briefings, presentations, and other donor recognition events or campaigns
Create personalized giving strategies that align donor interest with community needs
Serve as a key brand ambassador for the foundation in the community
Identify and cultivate new partnership opportunities to expand the foundation’s reach and impact raising awareness of the foundation’s mission
Promote TCF through presentations and speaking engagements with community organizations, associations and groups
Record and maintain prospect/donor contacts in RE NXT
Develop key performance indicators in connection with core development activities to provide regular reporting to management
Participate in continuing education opportunities such as conferences, webinars, etc. as required
Consistent and reliable presence to facilitate in person interactions regarding training, donor relations and program procedures
Respond timely to constituent and stakeholder requests and needs:

o May require immediate response informing person that you will schedule a time with them the next business day

o May require response after 5 PM weekdays

Other duties as assigned, including special projects

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree required, business administration, communications, or related field preferred
5-7 years related experience with nonprofit or community organization preferred
Prior experience with development and cultivating relationships, stewardship of best practices preferred
Practiced and executed public presentations

Skills and Abilities

Microsoft Office (Proficient)
Experience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge (NXT) and NPact Foundation Cloud a plus
Excellent verbal and written communications, specifically in phone and email communications
Critical thinking and problem solving
Multitask while maintaining productivity
Positive working relationships internally, externally
Work independently with limited supervision while maintaining multiple priorities
Think proactively and perform/adapt in a fast-paced environment
Pay close attention to detail, thoroughness, and consistent follow-through
Build, update and maintain complex reports using multiple software programs
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and sound judgment, with an emphasis on:

o Actively listening to and empathizing with others and

o Cultural competency; empathy and ability to build rapport with individuals from various cultures, experiences, and backgrounds

Customer service minded; strong desire to work with staff, partners, vendors, and donors providing responsive, respectful service
High standards of timeliness and attendance
Professional attire and presence
Use computer and phone for extended periods of time and manual dexterity to perform hand based manual office tasks

Physical requirements

Lift up to 25 lbs., for supplies and materials as needed
Ability to work at a computer for extended period

Hours and Location

This is an in-person position based in Tulsa, OK
A typical work week is Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The work week will occasionally vary with advance notice depending on scheduled programming and other events; may require evening or weekend hours for special events or tours.

Additional Requirements

Must have reliable transportation to travel to offsite meetings
Candidate will need a valid driver’s license, and car insurance.

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