105,416 per year | Posted 29-Aug-2024 (EST) | 205 Jumping Brook Road, Neptune, NJ 07753, USA | Salary | Full Time

Director of Major Gifts

Full Time | Days and some Evenings included| Monday-Friday | 8:30am-5pm | Hybrid/Remote

* Minimum salary starting at $105,400/year; based on experience*

United Methodist Communities has been certified A Great Place to Work for the 7th year in a row, 87% of our team members say they feel they make a difference in the work that they do at UMC!

The Director of Major Gifts is responsible for the strategic direction and management of key donors and fundraising initiatives essential to developing, expanding, and stewarding major philanthropic support. The role involves frequent contact with major donors and prospects, as well as interaction with board members, volunteers, and key stakeholders of UMC and UMC Foundation. The focus will be on securing major gifts defined as $10,000 and up. The Director of Major Gifts will report to the VP, Foundation.

Requirements for a Director of Major Gifts:

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, fundraising, business, marketing, or related field.

• Master's degree preferred.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on major gifts and individual giving.

• Proven track record of successfully securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations with demonstrated experience in donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

• Proficiency in donor management software and other electronic platforms utilized by the organization.

• Experience with Microsoft environment.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to craft compelling solicitation materials and present effectively to diverse audiences.

• CRM database experience preferred.

• CFRE certification preferred.

  Responsibilities for a Director of Major Gifts:

• Creates and implements an innovative annual strategic fundraising plan. Periodically adjusts and revises plan as appropriate to ensure the team exceeds all revenue goals.

• Builds and maintains a portfolio of major gift prospects, defined as $10,000-plus gifts.

• Establishes and cultivates relationships with existing donors through gift acknowledgments, events, and other stewardship practices.

• Creates and submits customized funding proposals for funds in support of UMC priorities to current and prospective funders, cultivating and soliciting major and endowment gifts from individuals and family/corporate foundations.

• Utilizes resources and coordinates with our Communications team to produce fundraising materials, donor recognition and stewardship materials.

• Utilizes internal and external constituent management database to manage all fundraising activities. Keeps track of financials and moves management.

• Stays informed regarding best practices in philanthropy and fundraising and proactively seeks opportunities for personal professional development and organizational growth.

  About UMC:

• Our Mission is: Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life

• Certified A Great Place to Work for the last 7 years, we continue to grow and innovate to meet the needs of our residents while building upon our rich history of over 115-years of dedication to the communities we serve. Over 80% of our team members say they feel good about the ways UMC contributes to the community!

• According to the 2024 Great Place to Work Survey, 87% of our team members:

• Feel they make a difference and their work has special meaning

• Indicate they are able to take time off work when necessary

• Feel their workplace is physically SAFE!

• We offer 4 Full-Service Communities, 5 Affordable Housing Communities and HomeWorks throughout the State of NJ, offering a variety of options from Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care, Short Term Rehab, home care and more!

• Our company culture at UMC is built on our values of Compassion, Respect, Stewardship and Service.

  Benefits offered by UMC for our Associates/Team Members:

• Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental Coverage (eligible at 30-hours per week)

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Assistance, Professional Development and E-Learning

• Employee Discount Program

• Homeowner/Renter/Automobile Insurance (NJ Manufacturers)

• Generous Paid Time Off Program

• Group Life Insurance (No Cost to YOU!)

• 9 Paid Holidays/Premium Pay when working holidays

• Free uniform items & additional uniform allowances

• Additional great benefits like Vision coverage, Health Savings Account, Voluntary Life Insurance & so much more!

  UMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.