What are the responsibilities and job description for the Major Gifts Officer position at Ronald McDonald House New England?
Company Description Ronald McDonald House Charities® of New England (RMHCNE) provides a comprehensive network of support for children and families through Ronald McDonald Houses in Providence and Boston Harbor, Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, and Ronald McDonald Care Mobiles. The organization partners with children’s hospitals and medical facilities across New England to help families facing all types of pediatric illnesses. RMHCNE’s mission is to improve the health and well-being of children and their families by keeping them close to one another and to essential health care services. Guided by a vision that all children should have access to health care and that families are fully supported and actively involved in their children’s care, RMHCNE works collaboratively with donors, volunteers, and community partners. The organization also engages its community through active social media channels and ongoing outreach initiatives.
The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) is responsible for sourcing, developing and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects/donors primarily consisting of individuals, families as well as Family foundations. In addition, the MGO is responsible for developing major gifts activities including: identifying and qualifying prospects and donors, designing prospect strategies, leading cultivation activities, securing major gifts through solicitation, supporting recognition activities and continued stewardship of donors. The position requires demonstrated abilities in managing relationships with business and industry professionals, motivation to develop and sustain relationships with individuals of wealth, power and influence on behalf of Ronald McDonald House New England.