Summary

As a member of the national philanthropy team, the National Directorof Major Gifts will develop and implement a comprehensive plan formajor and planned giving to help donors accomplish their philanthropic goalsand ambitions through a relationship with Mercy Housing.

Description

Job Summary

Mercy Housing is looking for people who want to create a more humane world where
poverty is alleviated, communities are healthy, and all people can develop
their full potential. We believe that affordable housing and supportive
programs improve the economic status of residents, transform neighborhoods, and
stabilize lives.

As a member of the national philanthropy team, the National Director
of Major Gifts will develop and implement a comprehensive plan for
major and planned giving to help donors accomplish their philanthropic goals
and ambitions through a relationship with Mercy Housing.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Duties

Develop a national major giving strategy including establishing and
nurturing relationships with existing and prospective donors, to increase their
financial support through significant annual, major giving, endowment, and
legacy gifts
Create and launch a successful comprehensive planned giving and endowment
program across all Mercy Housing regions
Work collaboratively with Senior Vice President of Philanthropy and
senior leadership team in developing and implementing fundraising strategic
plans, priorities and objectives utilizing clear metrics for analyzing and
monitoring progress
Create and implement moves management plans for multiple solicitors using
Raisers Edge donor database and wealth screening tools to identify, track, and
cultivate donors and prospects for national solicitors and support regional
teams
Work closely with SVP of National Philanthropy to assist solicitors such
as President/CEO, Board members, and key solicitors by providing fundraising
support and coaching for their pipeline identification, cultivation, and giving
activation (e.g. proposal development, strategic counsel, donor communication)
Manage individual portfolio of 30 – 50 national donors with significant
gift capacity
Partner with communication department and regional teams to plan and
design strategic cultivation and stewardship activities to ensure donors
receive appropriate, prompt acknowledgement and updates on the impact that
their gifts have made
Coordinate and produce a range of financial, budget, and ad hoc reports,
proposals, and analyses for management

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma
Minimum ten years’ experience in individual major gift fund development,
including major gift cultivation and solicitation in a human services or social
services setting

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, public relations,
marketing, policy/advocacy or related field
Planned giving, capital campaign, and Raiser’s Edge experience preferred
Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification

At Mercy Housing, we believe that mission and business are not competing
values and that all people deserve dignity. We believe our work and communities
are enhanced when diverse groups of people learn and grow together. Applicants
who believe they will thrive in this culture and who are committed to racial
equity, diversity, and inclusion are encouraged to apply.

BENEFITS

Health, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
15 days of accrued PTO, 12 company + 2 floating holidays, 1 week of winter office closure
403b matching, paid volunteer time, Employee Assistance Program, and much more