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Job Title: Regional Philanthropy Officer - Corporate Donors
Job Summary: The American Red Cross is looking for a Corporate Regional Philanthropy Partner who will meet fundraising goals and objectives and connect with our donors 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 work from home and office, and also travel around your geographic area to meet with donors.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy
- Collaborate with leadership to create and execute a comprehensive corporate fundraising plan.
- Be at the forefront of Disaster Relief Fundraising to drive immediate impact to help donors support urgent Red Cross needs.
- Monitor fundraising performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed to achieve targets.
- Stay organized and on top of donor engagement with regular and consistent updates to Salesforce and ensure effective prospecting efforts.
Corporate Donors
- Lead the charge in identifying and cultivating innovative corporate donor strategies to secure financial support for our initiatives.
- Develop tailored, personalized, and compelling engagement strategies to enhance philanthropic impact and community involvement.
Relationship Management
- Build and sustain two-way strategic relationships with key stakeholders at corporate partner organizations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate donors, ensuring their needs are met.
- Inspire, mentor, and develop passionate volunteers who support our mission.
Collaboration and Outreach
- Work with cross-functional teams to align partnerships with community needs and organizational objectives.
- Represent the organization at events to build relationships and promote our mission.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of corporate fundraising, sales, and/or relationship management experience.
- Proven track record of securing corporate donations and managing partnerships.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
- A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
Benefits for You
- Medical, Dental Vision plans
- Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
- PTO: Starting at 15 days a year; based on type of job and tenure
- Holidays: 11 paid holidays comprised of six core holidays and five floating holidays
- 401K with up to 6% match
- Paid Family Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term
- Service Awards and recognition
Join us in our mission to help people in need and make a meaningful impact in your community!
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