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By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives
every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its
best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian
network?
Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good!
Job Description:
WHY CHOOSE US?
Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else – it’s as much something
you feel as something you do. You become a vital part of the world’s
largest humanitarian network. Joining a team of welcoming individuals who
are exceptional, yet unassuming. Diverse, yet uncompromising in unity. You
grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured
in people helped, communities made whole, and individuals equipped to never
stop changing lives and situations for the better.
When you choose to be a force for good, you’ll have mentors who empower
your growth along a purposeful career path. You align your life’s work with
an ongoing mission that’s bigger than all of us. As you care for others,
you’re cared for with competitive compensation and benefits. You join a
community that respects who you are away from work as much as what you do
while at work.
Where Your Career is a Force for Good!
The American Red Cross is currently seeking a Regional Philanthropy Officer,
Foundation Giving to support the Gulf Coast Region. Ideal candidates will
be based in with Houston area.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
We are looking for a Regional Philanthropy Officer who will meet fundraising
goals and objectives and focus on our foundation donors and partners to
serve our mission. In this role, you will identify, engage, cultivate,
solicit, and steward current and prospective regional donors in expanding
their financial support of the work of the American Red Cross.
This is a hybrid role where you will meet with donors in person
throughout the gulf coast area as well attend meetings in the Houston
office.
WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD:
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Work with the local fundraising team to develop and execute ongoing
regional strategy for qualifying donors to ensure retention, growth of
donor contributions, as well as recapture from previous donors. Work
collaboratively with other departments and fundraising staff to create
customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the
organization and the interests of the donor/prospect.
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Solicit assigned donor portfolios through face-to-face visits and virtual
meetings including preparation of personalized materials.
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Meet personal annual revenue targets by working with an assigned portfolio
of donors and prospects.
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Implement a program/activity to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward
donors at the $5,000 level or higher, with an emphasis on maximizing
revenue for the American Red Cross.
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Maintain donor records within our database management tool. (Salesforce)
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Assist donors in creating meaning in their lives by giving to the American
Red Cross.
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This position is a blend of work-from-home, in-person meetings with
donors, and in office time.
- Participate in disaster relief fundraising projects as appropriate.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
- Minimum five years of sales and/or fundraising experience required.
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Proven experience in developing strategies for donor retention, growth,
and recapture, and proven success with complex requests is required.
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A current valid driver's license and a good driving record is required.
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Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies
and audiences. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written
communication skills. Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred
and fundraising database systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce.com).
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Ability to work on a team within a collaborative environment and ensure
the highest customer service orientation.
- Travel: Frequent travel within the region is required.
WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE:
- Private foundation and grant-writing skills are highly preferred
- Expertise with the Houston funding community, highly desirable.
- Knowledge of current trends in philanthropy.
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Collaborative leader who focuses on accuracy, consistency, and best
practices
COMPENSATION:
The position offers a base salary and you are eligible to participate in an
incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance.
BENEFITS FOR YOU:
We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based
organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our
comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our
resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red
Cross to advance the learn.
- Medical, Dental Vision plans
- Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
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PTO (Paid Time Off): Starting at 15 days a year; based on FLSA (Fair
Labor Standards Act) status and tenure
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Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five
floating holidays.
- 401K with 6% match
- Paid Family Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
- Service Awards and recognition
Physical Requirements:
Physical requirements are those present in normal office environment
conditions. Operational flexibility is required to meet sudden and
unpredictable needs. Ability to use a personal computer, applicable
software, and office equipment for sustained periods of time. May include
sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under
challenging conditions.
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Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to
make a difference every day.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation,
race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran
status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be
considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair
Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Diego Fair Chance Ordinance, the
California Fair Chance Act and any other applicable state and local
laws.
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