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Manage the relationships of our high-level donors andprospects as part of a major gifts program.The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.The largest guide dog school in North America, Guide Dogs forthe Blind, is looking for an experienced fundraiser to join us as aSenior Philanthropic Gifts Officer.Serving as astrong advocate of our mission, you will manage a portfolio ofhigh-level donors and prospects for our major gifts program.Donorsand prospects reside mainly in California, with clusters of donorsscattered throughout the U.S.and Canada.This positionwill be based at our San Rafael, CA campus, with possible hybridwork opportunities.Travel is up to 50%. What Youí¢â‚¬â„¢ll Love We are a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization supported entirelyby private donations, so your expertise will be valued andrecognizedYouí¢â‚¬â„¢ll enjoy being part of our enthusiastic team of Developmentexperts as you brainstorm and discover new ways to attractdonorsYouí¢â‚¬â„¢ll feel personal pride in supporting our mission that meansso much to so manyThis role offers autonomy and room for your ideas, bolstered bythe support of experts and specialistsYou can bring your dog to work! What Youí¢â‚¬â„¢ll Do: Develop and manage identification, cultivation, solicitation,and stewardship strategies for individual donors and prospectsQualify major donor prospects and develop specific strategiesfor each donor and prospectLeverage board and other volunteer relationships and programleaders to maximize development opportunities, including designingand executing high-level solicitationsPractice best-in-class stewardship of donors in portfolio toincrease gift size, secure multi-year gifts, and maximizeretentionUtilize and update the donor database by recording activities,contacts, and strategies on an ongoing basisWith the help of the special events manager, create and executeintimate cultivation or donor-hosted fundraising events whennecessaryTrack and report on overall major giving activity and results;develop and utilize tracking model; provide monthly and quarterlyincome forecasting What Youí¢â‚¬â„¢ll Need: 10+ years of experience soliciting and successfully obtainingmajor gifts in the five- to seven-figure rangeStrong track or performance record of attaining challengingannual fundraising goalsBachelorí¢â‚¬â„¢s degree desiredWorking knowledge of fundraising or philanthropy guidelines,structure, and theory as well as principles of gift planningDemonstrated experience using effective communication andinterpersonal skills, patience, active listening, diplomacy, andtact to build strong and engaging relationships with donors,volunteers, and all levels of staffWilling and able to undertake overnight travel anywhere inNorth America up to 50% of the timeCurrent driverí¢â‚¬â„¢s license and insurability at normal riskratesProficient in MS Office; working knowledge of SalesForce highlydesirableAbility to perform basic administrative support duties andability to work proactively and function independentlyKnowledge of and experience with people with disabilities oranimal issues is a plus Guide Dogs for the Blind At Guide Dogs for the Blind (GDB), we believe that everyonedeserves to move through the world safely and confidently í¢â‚¬" to livethe life they want to live.As the largest guide dog school inNorth America, we have graduated more than 16,000 guide dog teamsfrom across the U.S.and Canada since our founding in 1942.GDB notonly improves mobility for our clients, we further inclusion.Joinour team of more than 300 employees and share your passion for ourmission.Apply At Guide Dogs for the Blind, we respect, value, and appreciateall differences.We welcome all qualified candidates irrespectiveof your race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression,sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetics,disability, age, or veteran status.Individuals with disabilities,especially those who are blind or visually impaired, are encouragedto apply. If you have a disability and need assistance and/oraccommodation with applying for a job, please feel free to contactour Human Resources department.Pay Range $166,000-$184,000/year JobiqoTJN.Keywords: Fundraising Manager, Location: San Rafael, CA- 94912