Major Gifts Officer
Quick answer
Texas Water Trade is hiring a Major Gifts Officer based in Austin, Texas (or remote within Texas) paying $115,000+ to lead and grow major donor fundraising efforts.
- Role
- Major Gifts Officer
- Organization
- Texas Water Trade
- Location
- Austin, Texas (or remote within Texas)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $115,000+ per year
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Texas Water Trade is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to lead fundraising efforts focusing on individual donors and foundations for gifts of $50,000 and above. The role involves developing stewardship strategies, managing donor portfolios, and collaborating with executive leadership on a multi-year fundraising campaign. The successful candidate will help secure funding to support the organization's mission of ensuring water security through market-based conservation.
What you'll do
- Manage and cultivate a portfolio of prospects giving $50,000 or more.
- Design and execute engagement strategies for individual donors and foundations.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to implement multi-year fundraising campaigns.
- Utilize CRM systems to track donor interactions and fundraising metrics.
- Support annual budgeting and long-term financial forecasting.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in nonprofit resource development.
- Proven track record of securing major gift commitments from a national donor pool.
- Proficiency with CRM software and MS Office Suite.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on diplomacy.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Health and disability insurance, 401(k) retirement match up to 6%, paid time off, 11 paid holidays, maternity/paternity leave, and an out-of-state relocation budget of up to $1,000.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
The role is based in Austin, Texas, but offers the flexibility to work remotely from locations within Texas provided you can travel to Austin occasionally.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary starts at $115,000 per year, depending on your qualifications and relevant experience.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have at least five years of nonprofit resource development experience, with over seven to ten years of experience in major gifts preferred.
What degree is required to apply?
A bachelor's degree is required for this position, preferably in business, nonprofit management, or a field relevant to the organization's mission.
How to apply
Apply directly on Texas Water Trade's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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