Talent.com
Major Gift Philanthropy Advisor - San Francisco, CA
Major Gift Philanthropy Advisor - San Francisco, CAFood For The Poor • San Francisco, CA, US
Major Gift Philanthropy Advisor - San Francisco, CA

Major Gift Philanthropy Advisor - San Francisco, CA

Food For The Poor • San Francisco, CA, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

About Food For The Poor

Food For The Poor, one of the largest international relief and development organizations in the nation, does much more than feed millions of the hungry poor primarily in 17 countries of the Caribbean and Latin America. This interdenominational Christian ministry provides emergency relief assistance, clean water, medicines, educational materials, homes, support for orphans and the aged, skills training and micro-enterprise development assistance. "Join us in our mission to serve the poorest of the poor."

Overall Responsibility :

The Philanthropy Advisor is not just a role but a commitment to serving those who live below the poverty line in developing countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). This commitment is fueled by a strong passion for the Food For The Poor mission and a solid career in cultivating, soliciting, closing, and stewarding five to seven-figure gifts. The incumbent is driven by a strong desire to engage donors and present funding opportunities to build support for the Food For The Poor mission.

The Philanthropy Advisor's primary focus is establishing donor relationships and growing FFTP's footprint. This encompasses acquiring, identifying, qualifying major and principal gift donors, emphasizing major gifts of $25,000+ and principal gifts of $100,000+.

  • Candidates to be considered must reside in San Francisco, California

Duties :

  • As part of your role, you will travel within your territory in the United States to meet face-to-face with donors. Estimated travel time is 50%.
  • Travel internationally on mission trips to show donors the needs of the beneficiaries we serve. Your mission travel will play a significant role in raising awareness and support for our cause. During these trips, your responsibilities will include :
  • Showcasing new projects for funding
  • Monitoring projects in progress
  • Witness projects that have been completed
  • Develop and implement personalized fundraising plans for 125-150 prospects in a fluid portfolio to increase donations and secure transformational gifts for FFTP.
  • Qualify assigned prospects and navigate through the identification and discovery process.
  • To deepen engagement with prospects, you aim to have 20 meaningful donor interactions (in person, video, or phone call) per month.
  • Engage with organizations’ donor acquisition strategies.
  • Create a yearly solicitation pipeline.
  • Ensure all donor interactions encourage positive and purposeful donor engagement.
  • Work collaboratively and strategically with other team members to support donor-centric philanthropy in alignment with FFTP's strategic plan.
  • Meet and exceed agreed-upon individual and collective goals.
  • Ensure donor satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management.
  • Maintain a productive and collaborative relationship with all FFTP stakeholders and partners across Latin America and Caribbean (LAC).
  • Responsible for working with support team members to develop, prepare, and distribute high-quality and professional communications, reports, letters, mailings, and other materials necessary to appropriately communicate with and engage individual donors.
  • Provide regular reports on activity and progress to management.
  • Follow fundraising standards according to the Association of Fundraising Professionals' code of ethics to promote the development and advancement of our organization and the fundraising profession for the purpose of enhancing philanthropy and volunteerism.
  • Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate empathy, perseverance, optimism, and sensitivity to donors and team members through words and actions.
  • Actively participate in training sessions and seek professional development opportunities to stay current with the industry's latest best practices.
  • Flexibility to work with and engage with donors when available, including occasional evenings and weekends.
  • Work collaboratively with and be a resource for other departments.
  • Perform other duties and projects as assigned by the Senior Director of Major & Principal Gifts.
  • Education :

  • A bachelor’s degree in related field is required.
  • CFRE, CAP® designation preferred.
  • Experience :

  • Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive fundraising experience.
  • Knowledge of engaging donors in all aspects of the gift cycle, including identification, qualification, discovery, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
  • Demonstrated working expertise of major and principal gifts and gift planning fundraising best practices and strategies.
  • Energetic professional with a track record of building donor relationships with experience closing five-, six and seven-figure gifts.
  • Experience working independently to build networks, connect like-minded individuals around the FFTP mission, and foster significant financial support to fund our programs.
  • Experience networking and making cold calls successfully.
  • Skills :

  • Ability to meaningfully connect donor interests to FFTP's mission, projects and programs.
  • Understand the work within a complex organizational structure.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills geared toward high-wealth and ultra-high-wealth audiences.
  • Excellent writing skills and the capacity to consistently represent the FFTP brand and messaging in all communications.
  • Knowledge of all Microsoft 365 applications and CRM experience .
  • Strong administrative and organizational skills in time management and the ability to plan, organize, and implement a successful fundraising strategy.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills. Attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize workload, manage and complete multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage with team members in all situations respectfully.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must have a valid Driver's License and be comfortable traveling alone regularly.
  • Christian person / commitment to faith.
  • Ability and willingness to model our organization’s CRUSE guiding principles : Collaboration, Right Things Right, Urgency, Stewardship and Engagement.

    Create a job alert for this search

    Philanthropy Advisor • San Francisco, CA, US

    Related jobs
    Philanthropy Specialist

    Philanthropy Specialist

    HSSV • Milpitas, CA, US
    Full-time
    Love animals? Want to spend your day surrounded by wagging tails and soft purrs?.Humane Society Silicon Valley (HSSV), a privately funded, 501(c)(3) non-profit, has been serving people and pets in ...Show more
    Last updated: 8 days ago • Promoted
    BOTTEGA VENETA Client Advisor, San Francisco

    BOTTEGA VENETA Client Advisor, San Francisco

    Kering • San Francisco, CA, US
    Full-time
    Inspiring individuality with innovative craft since 1966, creativity lies at the heart of Bottega Veneta.Born in Vicenza, the house is rooted in Italian culture yet maintains a global outlook.An in...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,172 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,172 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc.Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94109!. PT; San Francisco long-term care facility; days, 4 / 5 / 25 st...Show more
    Last updated: 19 days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,552 per week in San Pablo, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,552 per week in San Pablo, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Medical Solutions to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Pablo, California, 94806!. A facility in San Pablo, CA is seeking its next amazing PT (Physic...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $534 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $534 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Triage Staffing LLC to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94102!. Travel Rehab : Physical Therapy San Francisco.Location : ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Wealth Management Advisor - San Francisco, CA

    Wealth Management Advisor - San Francisco, CA

    TIAA • USA, California, Walnut Creek
    Full-time
    Supported with a robust array of resources and solutions, Advisors at TIAA spend their time deepening relationships with an established base of clients and organically growing their practice throug...Show more
    Last updated: 4 days ago
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,820 to $3,000 per week in San Carlos, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,820 to $3,000 per week in San Carlos, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with CompHealth to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Carlos, California, 94070!. Candidates with outpatient experience are desired, but new grads will be...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,486 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,486 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Medical Solutions to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94116!. A facility in San Francisco, CA is seeking its next amazing PT...Show more
    Last updated: 1 day ago • Promoted
    Senior Wealth Advisor (Hybrid- San Francisco)

    Senior Wealth Advisor (Hybrid- San Francisco)

    Mercer Advisors • San Francisco, CA, United States
    Full-time
    Senior Wealth Advisor (Hybrid- San Francisco).For 40 years, Mercer Advisors has worked with families to help them amplify and simplify their financial lives. How? By integrating financial planning, ...Show more
    Last updated: 22 days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,831 per week in Santa Cruz, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,831 per week in Santa Cruz, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc.Physical Therapist (PT) in Santa Cruz, California, 95062!. Top Reasons to Work in Travel Healthcare.Embracing cultural d...Show more
    Last updated: 13 days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,881 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,881 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Atlas MedStaff to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94109!. Atlas Medstaff is currently seeking candidates in the Physical Th...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,551 per week in San Carlos, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,551 per week in San Carlos, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Medical Solutions to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Carlos, California, 94070!. A facility in San Carlos, CA is seeking its next amazing PT (Phys...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,412 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,412 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Triage Staffing LLC to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94102!. Travel Rehab : Physical Therapy San Francisco.Location : ...Show more
    Last updated: 15 days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,471 per week in San Carlos, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,471 per week in San Carlos, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Triage Staffing LLC to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Carlos, California, 94070!. Travel Rehab : Physical Therapy San Carlos, CA.Location : ...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $3,531 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $3,531 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Medical Solutions to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94117!. A facility in San Francisco, CA is seeking its next amazing PT...Show more
    Last updated: 28 days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $3,015 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $3,015 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Atlas MedStaff to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94117!. Atlas Medstaff is currently seeking candidates in the Physical Th...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,552 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $2,552 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with Medical Solutions to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94112!. A facility in San Francisco, CA is seeking its next amazing PT...Show more
    Last updated: 14 days ago • Promoted
    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,820 to $3,000 per week in San Francisco, CA

    Travel Physical Therapist (PT) - $1,820 to $3,000 per week in San Francisco, CA

    AlliedTravelCareers • San Jose, California, US
    Full-time
    AlliedTravelCareers is working with CompHealth to find a qualified Physical Therapist (PT) in San Francisco, California, 94102!. Interested in this assignment? Or maybe you still have not found what...Show more
    Last updated: 30+ days ago • Promoted