About GLIDE:
GLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to fighting systemic injustices, creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, and transforming lives. Through its integrated comprehensive services, advocacy initiatives, and inclusive community, GLIDE empowers individuals, families, and children to achieve stability and to thrive. GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of society’s most pressing issues, including poverty, housing and homelessness, and racial and social justice. GLIDE’s mission is to create a radically inclusive, just, and loving community mobilized to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization.
Summary:
The Major Gifts Officer reports to the Director of Major Gifts and is an integral member of the Individual Giving Team and GLIDE’s Fund Development Department. Primary responsibilities include active management of a portfolio of approximately 100-125 donors and major gift prospects capable of making five-figure gifts or higher[AH1] [KL2] ; development of written materials for donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities; and prospect research to grow the prospect research network of philanthropists engaged with and supporting GLIDE.
The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) is responsible for identifying and hosting donor cultivation and solicitation opportunities through individual meetings, events, and integrated communications (online and print), working in partnership with development and communications staff to build messaging and outreach. This person must work occasional, non-traditional hours (nights, weekends, holidays) and be present at events. Regular and predictable attendance is assumed, with the understanding that meetings will be held both at and outside GLIDE facilities.
Key Qualities to have
Strong proactive sense of initiative and follow-through.
Strong sense of accountability, self-motivated, and have the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
At GLIDE, we ensure competitive and fair compensation by utilizing data from seven comprehensive pay surveys, including Gallagher, and analyzing over 450 nonprofits in our sector. Our pay structure considers location, organization type, and market trends to attract and retain top talent.
GLIDE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. People of color, differently abled people and LGBT persons are strongly encouraged to apply.
Work Environment:
GLIDE’s buildings are in the Tenderloin neighborhood. GLIDE maintains an "open door" policy for the community and its clients, who frequently enter and leave the building.