Major Gift Officer

Friends of the Earth is a hard-hitting, progressive, environmental organization that pulls no punches and speaks sometimes uncomfortable truth to power. It’s an approach that has worked for five decades to produce important victories that help protect our planet and its people. We’re part of Friends of the Earth International, a federation of groups working in more than 70 countries on today’s most urgent environmental and social issues.

Position Summary:

Friends of the Earth is seeking an experienced and dynamic Major Gift Officer to join our Philanthropy team with a focus on cultivating and securing major gifts from donors on the West Coast. This role will play a key part in expanding our organization’s major gifts program by building and stewarding strong relationships with high-capacity donors committed to environmental justice and systemic change.

The ideal candidate is a strategic relationship builder, cultivating long-term donor relationships aligned with organizational priorities, with proven success in securing gifts of $10,000 or more. They are a compelling storyteller who can clearly articulate Friends of the Earth’s mission and impact, excel at donor-centered fundraising, and effectively manage a portfolio of major donor prospects and donors. This individual is goal-oriented and comfortable in leveraging philanthropy to advance meaningful environmental and social change.

Qualifications

Required:

• 4+ years of mission aligned fundraising experience, including at least 3 years working directly with major donors
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time throughout the West and Southwest regions of the U.S. to meet with donors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and other relevant fundraising or CRM systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects effectively
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. FOE does not sponsor any employment related visas.

Preferred:

• 3+ years at an issue advocacy nonprofit
• Experience with databases, especially Raisers Edge

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this full-time remote position is $87,000 – $97,000. This position is part of the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union (NPEU) at Friends of the Earth. Offers are determined based on the relevant skills and experience required for the position.