Major Gift Officer

Summary

The Major Gift Officer is a self-directed and goal-driven fundraising professional who will serve as a core member of the Development Department. Reporting to the Director of Development, the MGO is tasked with expanding Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Foundation’s major donor base of six- and seven-figure gifts from individual and private foundations, grateful patients, and capital campaign supporters. The ideal candidate will have significant experience as a front-line fundraiser, demonstrated success with major gift program creation and major gift solicitations, and strong communication skills.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Secure major gifts at the $100K+ level from individuals and private foundations, contributing to the department’s overall goal of $10M annually Leverage systems and software to track and cultivate donors and prospects, including Raiser’s Edge database and wealth screening tools Manage existing portfolio of 150 donors and prospects Work with the development department – especially the Director of Development and Chief Development Officer – to align efforts and set goals Partner with physicians and other experts to identify funding opportunities, align strategic initiatives, identify, cultivate, and steward donor relationships Create and implement moves management plans Make direct, face-to-face solicitations, and assist the board and other staff with their solicitation (e.g. provide portfolio development support, strategic counsel, and help with donor communications) In coordination with Manager, Donor Relations, acknowledge major donors through public and private recognition efforts in a timely and appropriate manner Track and report progress using specific metrics

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree 5-7 years of experience in a frontline fundraising role CFRE Certification preferred A proven ability to develop and execute winning fundraising strategies and techniques, particularly in major gifts or capital campaigns Excellent written and oral communication skills Sophistication and gravitas necessary for high-level relationship building and management Curiosity, initiative and adaptability to thrive and contribute to a growing team Willingness and ability to travel to meet donors Knowledge of CRM software required; Raiser’s Edge preferred

*Please note the employment at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital is with Southampton PEO, a NYS licensed professional employer organization.