Regional Philanthropy Officer
Quick answer
The American Red Cross is hiring a mid-level Regional Philanthropy Officer in Detroit, Michigan, to advance their mission by meeting fundraising goals and building donor relationships. The position offers a base salary and an annual incentive plan, with benefits including medical and dental plans, PTO, and 401K matching. Apply now!
- Role
- Regional Philanthropy Officer
- Organization
- American Red Cross
- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- The position offers a base salary. You are eligible to participate in an annual incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance.
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The American Red Cross is seeking a Regional Philanthropy Officer to advance their mission by meeting ambitious fundraising goals and building meaningful partnerships with individual donors. This role is responsible for identifying, engaging, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding current and prospective donors across the region, with a strong emphasis on developing transformational relationships capable of six- and seven-figure philanthropic investments.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute a comprehensive regional strategy to qualify, cultivate, and steward high-capacity donors
- Manage assigned portfolio of major and principal-level donors and prospects
- Lead efforts to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major individual donors
- Serve as a mentor and informal leader to less-experienced colleagues
- Responsible for achieving a minimum annual fundraising goal
- Work with leadership and volunteers to identify and cultivate appropriate donors
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Minimum five years of sales and/or fundraising experience
- Proven experience in developing strategies for donor retention, growth, and recapture
- A current valid driver’s license and a good driving record
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Knowledge of office systems: MS Office preferred and fundraising database systems
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, Dental, Vision plans, Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, Holidays, 401K with up to 6% match, Paid Family Leave, Employee Assistance Program, Disability and Insurance, Short + Long Term, Service Awards and recognition
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Detroit, Michigan.
What is the compensation?
The position offers a base salary and an annual incentive plan based on annual individual and organization performance.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, five years of sales and/or fundraising experience, and excellent communication skills.
How do I apply?
Follow the link to apply: https://americanredcross.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/American_Red_Cross_Careers/job/Statewide-MI/Regional-Philanthropy-Officer_RC88403?%253Fsource=515&source=515
Is the job remote?
This is a hybrid position, requiring frequent travel within the Michigan region.
How to apply
Apply directly on American Red Cross's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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