Manager of Major Gifts

Manager of Major Gifts
The World Childhood Foundation USA (WCF-USA) is
currently accepting applications for the Manager of Major Gifts
position.
Founded in 1999  by Her Majesty Queen Silvia of
Sweden, the World Childhood Foundation has worked persistently to
ensure that all children have a safe and loving childhood, free
from violence, exploitation and sexual abuse. World Childhood has
global offices in the USA, Germany, Brazil, and Sweden. Since 1999,
we have invested in more than 1,300 initiatives, projects, and
grassroots organizations. We collaborate with passionate pioneers,
companies, foundations, philanthropists, and other actors who share
our vision. Our work has helped to put stopping child sexual abuse
on the global agenda. 
Here in the United States, WCF-USA works to develop
solutions focused on both prevention and recovery. We support
programs throughout the U.S. that focus on children who are
disproportionately affected by child sexual abuse and exploitation.
This includes children with disabilities, children who are
homeless, children who identify as LGBTQ+, and children in the
foster care system. 
The Manager of Major Gifts works collaboratively with
WCF-USA’s Executive Director, Board, staff, volunteer committees,
and consultants to support the fundraising efforts of the
organization. The Manager recommends short and long-term fund
development plans and programs that support the organization’s
values, mission, and strategic plan. The Manager will identify,
prioritize, research, and cultivate relationships with donors, with
a particular focus on corporate, foundation, and major donor
giving. This is a full-time, hybrid position with three days in the
office in Midtown Manhattan. 
Essential Job Functions:     
       
The duties outlined below are the most significant
responsibilities of the Manager of Major Gifts, ones that are
essential for effective performance in this position.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

Conduct prospect research to determine appropriate
individuals, corporations, and foundations to approach/giving
levels.
Draft proposals for giving for these
constituencies.
Participate in big picture strategic approaches to
fundraising with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, Public
Relations consultants, and WCF-USA’s team to generate increased
giving levels. 
Create and implement plans to meet annual revenue
targets and analyze progress against such targets, identifying
strategies to target shortfalls. 
Strategically identify, cultivate, and solicit a
variety of donors, prospects, and other constituencies with
tailored stewardship strategies to diversify and grow WCF-USA’s
donor base locally and nationally. 
Assist with development of website content and the
annual report. 
Oversee content development and calendar for all
donor services including acknowledgement letters, direct appeals,
and solicitation.
Represent WCF-USA to donors, prospects, volunteers,
and other key constituencies.

 

Requirements/Qualifications/Skills 
Education: 

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in
nonprofit management or business administration
preferred. 

Experience: 

At least 10 years of experience in donor
cultivation and solicitation with a demonstrated capacity to manage
relationships with individual, foundation, and corporate
donors. 
History of securing five figure gifts.
Prior experience working in a demanding environment
managing multiple demands and priorities. 
Experience of working closely with Board members
and a high-net philanthropic community. 
Experience with CRM systems/fundraising databases,
particularly Salesforce.

Knowledge, Skills &
Abilities: 

Ability to problem solve and make decisions
independently; Ability to collaborate with others.
Commitment to WCF’s mission, vision, and strategic
direction. 
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as
required by events and mee0ngs. 
Knowledge and experience in managing fundraising
databases, gift processing, fundraising reporting, and analysis of
prospects and donors. 
Must possess strong leadership, financial,
communication (both written and oral), and administrative skills,
as well as proven capability to manage a portfolio of
donors. 

Salary range of $90-100K, commensurate with
experience. Excellent benefit package, including fully paid health
insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401K plan with match, life
insurance, and generous vacation/personal day leave. 
  
If you meet the qualifications and are
interested in applying for this position, please send your resume,
cover letter, writing sample and salary requirements via email to
Carla Davis at [email protected] 
The World Childhood Foundation USA is an Equal
Opportunity Employer that promotes diversity in its employment
practices. Employment decisions are made without regard to an
applicant’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed,
sex/gender (including gender identity, sexual harassment,
pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual
orienta0on, na0onal origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability,
alienage or citizenship status, marital status, arrest or
conviction record (consistent with the provisions of New York
State’s Corrections Law), partnership status, familial status,
liability for military service, status as a vic0m of domes0c
violence, stalking or sex offense, veteran status, gene0c
pre-disposition or carrier status, or any other
characteristic protected by applicable law.