SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

We are seeking a Senior Vice President, Individual Philanthropy Officer to lead our organization's efforts in cultivating and stewarding relationships with individual donors. The ideal candidate will develop strategies to engage donors at all levels and secure philanthropic support for our mission and programs.

The Senior Vice President, Individual Philanthropy Officer is responsible for (1) overseeing and facilitating individual philanthropy, i.e. major gifts, planned gifts, mid-tier giving, monthly giving, and direct mail programs; (2) managing donor portfolios and supporting the CDO, CEO, and COO on key funding initiatives; and (3) collaborating with the Development Department and program teams to promote a culture of philanthropy and to advance SOME’s mission.
Required: Bachelor's degree and 3 years experience in non-profit fundraising

Preferred: Bachelor's degree, 5 years' experience in demonstrated successful major gifts development and management

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Hybrid Option (2-3 days per week in office); some evenings and weekends are required. (40 hours per week)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of fundraising databases; specifically, Every Action and Moves Management
• Strategic thinker
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication with demonstrated fundraising ability.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
• Excellent writing and editing skills; ability to write clearly and persuasively.
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Ability to interpret and analyze donor research.
• Flexibility and talent as a team player and as a strong individual contributor
• Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to speak effectively in public.