Senior Development OfficerLight Of Life Rescue Mission • Pittsburgh, PA, USA

Senior Development Officer

Light Of Life Rescue Mission • Pittsburgh, PA, USA

22 days ago

Job type

Full-time

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Job description

Since 1952, Light of Life Rescue Mission has been a safe refuge for homeless and hurting people in the Pittsburgh area.

The Mission currently seeks a Senior Development Officer . This role requires a strategic fundraising leader to manage a portfolio of high-level donors ($10,000–$100,000+) while also supporting the growth of Light of Life's annual giving program . The position bridges the major gifts and annual giving strategies, ensuring a strong donor pipeline from entry-level donors through transformational giving.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage a portfolio of 100–125 major donors and prospects, securing five- and six-figure gifts (multi-year where possible).
Develop and execute strategic plans for donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship in collaboration with the Director of Development.
Provide leadership for annual giving initiatives (direct mail, digital, peer-to-peer, and staff / board giving campaigns), ensuring strategies align with major gift cultivation.
Partner with Marketing and Communications to create compelling donor appeals and campaigns.
Identify and qualify 10+ new prospects annually to build the donor pipeline.
Represent Light of Life at donor events, church and corporate presentations, and community gatherings.
Serve as a mentor / resource for Development team members on donor strategy and best practices.
Track progress, report on revenue goals, and ensure data integrity in CRM system.

Due to the interface with clients, all jobs at Light of Life require employees to :

Walk alongside clients , co-workers , and donors as a disciple of Christ , shar ing the Gospel through actions and words.

Establish mutual trust and create a safe, authentic environment .

Serve others in a Christ-like manner and practice a self-evaluative lifestyle.

Resolve all issues in ways that promote the principles of Light of Life while following the processes described in th e staff handbook .

Practice effective stewardship of all resources.

Model personal responsibility, accountability, and timely reporting .

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree, advanced training in fundraising preferred.

5+ years of progressive fundraising experience with a track record of closing major gifts.

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong understanding of annual giving best practices and donor pipeline development.

Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet revenue goals.

Commitment to the mission and values of Light of Life.

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL FACTORS

Th e position entails occasional evening and weekend work to accommodate donor meetings and events.

Travel may occur to meet with donors and attend fundraising events.

This role requires being in the office at least four days per week . Up to 20% of the time working remotely is permissib le.

Light of Life Ministries Inc offers a comprehensive benefits package including :

Medical, Dental, Vision and other valuable benefits, which begin the first of the month following employment. Light of Life also offers a retirement plan with match program after 6 months of employment.

All applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume.

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Development Officer • Pittsburgh, PA, USA