Overview
Major Gifts Officer Jobs in California, Missouri, USA at Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Location: California
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego:
Major Gifts Officer
Department:
Development
Reports to:
Sr. Director, Development
Employee Status:
Full-Time, Exempt
Primary Work Location:
La Jolla
Pay Range:
$85,500 – $90,000
Apply By:
3:00 PM Pacific Time, February 14, 2025
JOB SUMMARY:
The Major Gifts Officer at MCASD is responsible for managing and expanding a portfolio of major donors, securing significant gifts, and cultivating relationships with current and potential high-net-worth individuals. The role requires a strategic,
results-oriented
professional who is passionate about contemporary art and its role in the community. This position works closely with
senior leadership
, trustees, and the Development team to meet fundraising goals and support the museum’s mission and vision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Donor Cultivation and Stewardship:
Develop and implement personalized engagement strategies for a portfolio of major donors and prospects.
Cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals to secure major gifts, sponsor ships, and planned giving opportunities.
With Museum staff, organize donor stewardship activities, including private tours, events, and other personalized engagement strategies.
Track and evaluate the effectiveness of stewardship efforts and adjust strategies accordingly.
Fundraising and Campaigns:
Meet annual fundraising targets for major gifts.
With the Sr. Director, Development, create and lead solicitation strategies for both unrestricted and restricted gifts to support Museum programming, exhibitions,educationinitiatives, and capital campaigns.
Identify new major giving prospects, utilizing Museum and external networks, research, and prospect analysis.
Donor Research and Data Management:
Conductin-depth researchto identify and qualify potential major gift prospects, leveraging tools such as donor databases and public resources.
Maintain accurate,up-to-daterecords on donor interactions, giving history, and engagement in the Museum’s donor database.
Prepare regular reports on fundraising progress, donor engagement, and key metrics for internal teams andleadership.
Evening and weekend work may be required for events or donor meetings.
Collaboration andTeamwork:
Collaborate with the Museum’ssenior leadershipand curatorial team to develop compelling funding opportunities that resonate with major donors.
Partner with the Director, Special Events, to organize and execute fundraising and donorrecognitionevents.
Work closely with the Marketing Communications team to createimpactfulmessaging and materials for donor communications and solicitation.
Manage and mentor the Individual Giving Manager.
Board andLeadershipEngagement:
Support board members andleadershipin engaging their personal networks to increase major giving participation.
Attend committee gatherings to updateleadershipon fundraising progress and opportunities.
Ensure effective participation, engagement, and frequent interactions with donors, board members, Museumleadership, and staff.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:
Proven track record
of securing gifts $10,000+ with the ability to close significant contributions. Excellent verbal and written
communication skills
. Ability to engage and build relationships with high-net-worth individuals. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities si…
Title: Major Gifts Officer
Company: Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Location: California, Missouri, USA
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact, Management
