Senior Major Gifts Officer
Quick answer
GBH is hiring a hybrid Senior Major Gifts Officer based in Boston, MA, paying $89,540-$118,050 to manage donor portfolios and lead fundraising efforts for the organization’s major institutional priorities.
- Role
- Senior Major Gifts Officer
- Organization
- GBH
- Location
- 1 Guest Street, Boston, MA 02135
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $89,540 - $118,050
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
GBH is seeking an experienced Senior Major Gifts Officer to join its development team and manage a portfolio of 150 local and national donors. The role involves identifying, cultivating, and soliciting significant gifts to support institutional priorities, including thematic funds and national production program trusts. The successful candidate will collaborate with leadership and production staff to execute fundraising strategies while fostering long-term donor relationships. This position plays a critical role in the organization's fundraising efforts as it prepares for its 75th anniversary campaign.
What you'll do
- Manage a portfolio of donors capable of making five- to seven-figure gifts.
- Develop and implement cultivation and solicitation strategies for current and prospective donors.
- Serve as the lead fundraiser for specific GBH content areas and production funds.
- Collaborate with executive leadership to design and execute fundraising strategies.
- Record and track all donor activity using the organizational CRM.
What it takes
- 7-10 years of development experience with increasing responsibility.
- At least 5 years of proven effectiveness in a major gift officer role.
- Documented track record of soliciting and closing six- and seven-figure gifts.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Exceptional ability to adapt writing styles for proposals, briefings, and formal correspondence.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid position located at 1 Guest Street in Boston, MA. Staff are required to be on-site a minimum of two days per week, specifically every Tuesday and Wednesday.
What is the compensation range for this role?
The salary range for the Senior Major Gifts Officer is $89,540 - $118,050, with exact placement determined by skills, experience, and internal pay equity.
What level of experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have 7-10 years of development experience, including at least 5 years specifically as a major gift officer. You must also have a proven track record of closing six- and seven-figure gifts.
How to apply
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