Regional Philanthropy Senior Officer

The Regional Philanthropy Senior Officer will meet fundraising goals and objectives by engaging individual donors in the Chicagoland area to support the American Red Cross mission. The role involves leading the women in philanthropy initiative, managing donor relationships, and executing fundraising strategies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to create and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan.
• Drive Disaster Relief Fundraising to support urgent Red Cross needs.
• Monitor fundraising performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed.
• Maintain donor engagement records in Salesforce and ensure effective prospecting.
• Lead identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual donors giving $5,000 or more annually.
• Develop and execute customized solicitation strategies aligned with donor interests and Red Cross priorities.
• Manage a disciplined portfolio of prospects and donors to achieve revenue goals.
• Build a sustainable donor pipeline for long-term philanthropic growth.
• Lead the Tiffany Circle program of over 100 members.
• Mobilize donors quickly during disaster relief efforts.
• Communicate urgent needs clearly and professionally.
• Adapt fundraising strategies in real time during emergency response.
• Serve as primary contact for assigned donors ensuring a high-touch donor experience.
• Build authentic, trust-based relationships with donors.
• Anticipate donor needs and create meaningful engagement opportunities.
• Articulate the Red Cross mission, programs, and impact to diverse audiences.
• Craft personalized proposals, impact reports, and engagement strategies.
• Track performance metrics and adjust strategies to meet revenue targets.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in Salesforce.
• Inspire and support passionate volunteers advancing the mission.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align donor strategies with organizational priorities.
• Represent the organization confidently at events and public engagements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of fundraising, sales, and/or relationship management experience.
• Proven track record of securing 6-figure donations and managing membership programs or women's philanthropy initiatives.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required.
• Combination of candidate’s education and general experience satisfies requirements so long as the total years equate to description’s minimum education and general experience years combined (Management experience cannot be substituted).

Skills

• Fundraising
• Sales
• Relationship Management
• Donor Engagement Strategies
• Membership Program Management
• Women's Philanthropy
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Organizational Skills
• Driving

Languages

English