Major Gifts Officer

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)

Job Description:

The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for securing major gifts ($10,000+) for the AOPA Foundation.

Portfolio Management

Working collaboratively with the Manager of Development Research, qualify, contact, and cultivate potential donors from the prospect pool of AOPA members and other interested parties
Effectively manage a portfolio of 75-100 donors with the capacity to make $20,000+ annual gifts
Make compelling and effective face-to-face presentations to donors and prospects

Donor Strategy and Reporting

Working with the Manager of Development Research, strategize and secure high-level donor meetings for senior leaders
Working collaboratively with the Director of Database Administration and Reporting, provide donor meeting notes, contact reports, and next steps in a timely manner

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree with at least six years experience in fundraising or development
Willingness to travel nationwide extensively
Experience using donor management system
Adhere to industry standards and best practices and appropriately handle confidential information
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize appropriately to meet deadlines
Excellent attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
A diplomatic and tactful approach, especially when communicating with colleagues and supporters
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Aviation industry interest required; experience preferred

This opportunity is eligible for remote work.

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Company Details

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)

421 Aviation Way
Frederick, Maryland 21701 USA
www.aopa.org/

Since 1939, AOPA has protected the freedom to fly by creating an environment that gives people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy aviation and all it has to offer. AOPA is the world's largest community of pilots, aircraft owners and aviation enthusiasts...

Benefits:
AOPA offers a comprehensive benefits package that reflects how much we care about our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement; short-term and long-term disability; life and AD&D insurance; flexible spending accounts; tuition reimbursement; a wellness program; flexibility in work hours; and paid holidays. And ... although not all AOPA employees are pilots, we offer the opportunity for our employees to obtain a private pilot certificate for free. We also provide continued assistance to help employees maintain their flight proficiency.

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Job Info

Location

Frederick, Maryland, USA

Type

Permanent

Travel

Willingness to travel nationwide extensively

Company Details

Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA)

421 Aviation Way
Frederick, Maryland 21701 USA
www.aopa.org/