• Develop and manage a portfolio of between 110 and 125 major donors and prospects, each capable of giving 10K+ annually, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, data tracking, and stewardship. 
• Develop individualized cultivation, ask, and stewardship plans for each major donor; train and support other front-line fundraisers on the Development Team to do the same  
• Serve as the agency’s lead front-line fundraiser by directly engaging current and potential donors with the goal of increasing financial support, major gifts, and planned gifts for Canal Alliance while building long-term relationships and meeting annual revenue targets. 

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of demonstrated successful experience in major gifts fundraising with a focus on prospect identification and qualification, relationship building, successful solicitation, and stewardship of gifts of $10K+. 
• Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously and to work calmly under pressure of deadlines. 
• High integrity with a high level of discretion.  
• Ability to work well with donors, prospects, board members and colleagues. 

Compensation & Benefits

This is a full-time, exempt position with benefits. We offer a competitive salary range from $110k-$120k with a benefits package that includes:

• 3 weeks paid vacation per year
• 12 days of sick leave per year
• Paid Birthday each year
• 16 paid holidays per year
• 100% paid employee medical & dental insurance, life insurance, LTD, and EAP.
• 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match of up to 4% after 3 months of employment.
• Voluntary benefits include FSA, vision, life, and pet insurance, as well as coverage for dependents.
• Telehealth for physical and mental health

"Canal Alliance is running a 4 Day Work Week Pilot from February to June 2024: Work 4 days / 32 hours in a highly effective and efficient team and get paid 5 days / 40 hours! Shifts are Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm

Application Instructions

Submit resume and cover letter. Please address the following in your cover letter-

"Please describe the reasons you are interested in working for Canal Alliance and outline the main reasons that you are a strong candidate for the position".