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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness? 

Join our team at Central Arizona Shelter Services, Arizona's largest and oldest Single Adult Homeless Shelter, dedicated to providing emergency housing and support to those in need for over 40 years. Additionally, we operate a family shelter that has been providing emergency shelter to 30 families for 30 years.

Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Individual Giving Manager to play a pivotal role in our fundraising efforts. The successful candidate will be responsible for cultivating and stewarding relationships with individual donors to secure major gifts that support our mission and programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors capable of making major gifts to support the organization's programs and initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, including individuals, families, and private foundations, through personalized communication, donor recognition, and engagement opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Development team to create targeted cultivation and solicitation plans, including donor research, proposal development, and donor meetings.
• Utilize donor management systems to track donor interactions, manage prospect portfolios, and analyze fundraising data to inform strategy and decision-making.
• Work closely with senior leadership and program staff to articulate the impact of donor support and align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities and goals.
• Represent the organization at community events, networking opportunities, and donor cultivation activities to promote awareness and engagement.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within a mission-driven organization.

Join our team and be part of an organization dedicated to providing shelter, support, and hope to individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our community. Together, we can make a lasting impact and create positive change.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to jdiodato@cassaz.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Central Arizona Shelter Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Requirements

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on individual giving and major gifts.
• Proven track record of successfully securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience in proposal writing and donor stewardship.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Familiarity with donor management software and fundraising databases.