Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Objectives:
To assist and support the Major Gifts Department and Special Gifts Program with administrative duties to conduct major gifts data entry and communications in a timely and accurate manner, while also cultivating special donor connections with a select donor portfolio
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Assist the Major Gifts Department and Special Gifts Program with the continued development of PETA’s fundraising efforts in accordance with the department’s standard operating procedures:
o Document pertinent information for the purpose of enhancing and developing PETA donor profiles
o Record donor research, meetings, correspondences, and other notes in the CRM
o Prepare correspondence, assist with reporting, proofreading, gift review, support fundraising events, and data entry
o Assist in working with third-party partners to ensure best practices founded on a donor-centered experience and compliance with the partnership agreement
o Stay up to date on current fundraising techniques and methods, and Canadian charitable law, both in Major and Planned Gifts
o Follow-up with select new Augustus Club members and Planned Giving Prospects, as directed, to provide basic information and assess for follow-up contact with the Director
• Cultivate and steward a portfolio of mid-level and major donors:
o Attend professional training seminars
o Assist with additional fundraising and donor-cultivation projects, as needed
o Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
o Maintain a clear understanding of—and the ability to articulate—PETA’s objectives as well as details about specific PETA programs
o Prepare proposals and other special projects
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• At least three years of experience with non-profit fundraising
• Experience with fundraising software or similar database systems as well as the Windows operating system
• Proven exceptional attention to detail and organization skills
• Persuasive and explanatory written and verbal communication skills are critical to this position
• Proven excellent project management, strategic thinking, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Proven ability to maintain professional working relationships with an organization’s members and supporters
• Ability to represent PETA’s philosophy and professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
The hourly pay range for this position is $17.40 – $23.16 per hour. The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work.
A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.
Application Deadline:
Applications for this position will be accepted until June 28, 2025.
We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candid