Overview
Philanthropy Officer Jobs in Wilmington, DE at Delaware Community Foundation
Background: The Delaware Community Foundation (DCF) is a nonprofit organization deeply dedicated to partnering with philanthropists to build opportunity and advance equity in Delaware. Our mission is to strengthen Delaware through community-based philanthropy, and we are looking for a Philanthropy Officer who shares our passion and commitment.
Opportunity: The DCF seeks an enthusiastic, experienced fundraiser to join our organization as Philanthropy Officer. The individual filling this new position will have a key role in identifying, stewarding and soliciting donors to support an exciting period of expansion and growth for the DCF. The ideal candidate is a seasoned development professional who is passionate about connecting donors with important issues affecting Delaware, and who will successfully work with the Philanthropic Services team to increase the impact of philanthropy throughout the state.
They must also exemplify the DCF’s commitment to excellent donor service and inspire fulfillment of our Donor Promise, to help people give with joy and confidence, throughout the entire organization.
To learn more about the specific role responsibilities, please visit our website careers page – https://delcf.org/career/philanthropy-officer/
Skills and Competencies:
·5+ years direct fundraising experience in building and stewarding donor relationships to meet and exceed fundraising goals
Strong network and understanding of unique philanthropic landscape in Delaware
Excellent communication and writing skills
Prior success working in a major gift and/or endowment campaign strongly preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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DCF is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging. If you’re excited about this role and passionate about our mission, but your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement below, we encourage you to still consider applying. Your lived experience is valued and recognized, and we look forward to considering you for this or a future role!
The Delaware Community Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, religion, ethnicity, sex, marital status, age, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $68,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b)
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
How do you build and maintain long-term relationships with high-net-worth donors?
How do you measure the success of your fundraising efforts and track ROI?
What aspects of our organization’s mission resonate most with you?
Experience:
Fundraising: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wilmington, DE 19801
Title: Philanthropy Officer
Company: Delaware Community Foundation
Location: Wilmington, DE
