World Vision is hiring a Philanthropy Representative I to support our Philanthropy team.
At a Glance
Role: Philanthropy Representative I
Reports to: Director, Middle Donor Development
Location: Federal Way, WA or Remote
Required Experience: Associate degree or equivalent (four years) work experience. In addition to education or educational equivalent, requires work experience in fundraising or sales; 3 years.
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A for any employer.
Estimated hiring range: $63,600 – $85,900
The Job
The Philanthropy Representative I will maximize World Vision’s ministry by developing long-term, effective relationships with individuals and foundations capable of providing $3,000 to $50,000 (or more) in financial resources, with the goal of providing them with a deeper understanding of holistic needs in the world and boldly challenging them to respond sacrificially to those needs through the ministry of World Vision. Manage and coordinate the integrated regional fundraising efforts for assigned Middle Donors and their potential to integrate with the Major Gifts Program, and Gift Planning. Help carry out our Christian organization’s mission, vision, and strategies. Personify the ministry of World Vision by witnessing to Christ and ministering to others through life, deed, word and sign.
Responsibilities will include
- Keep Christ central in individual and corporate life. Actively participate in and contribute to the spiritual disciplines of the organization (Christian conduct, chapel, prayer, worship, devotions, and leadership of devotions); incorporate WV Core Values into decisions within scope of role.
- Responsible for raising a minimum of $400,000 within the first year and a minimum of $700,000 each fiscal year thereafter through private special funding, multi-year commitments, and gift planning. Recommend donation of appreciated assets whenever possible.
- Implement account management strategy, utilizing messaging approved by middle donor leadership, to ensure assigned accounts are given the appropriate amount of attention each year.
- Develop long-term relationships through personal interactions with donors on assigned area of the country with a primary emphasis on voice-to-voice interaction and strive to connect donor interests with the WV mission and ministry. As appropriate, additional donor interactions may be conducted in person, via virtual, email and mail.
- Engage with high-capacity donors to identify, cultivate and retain major and mega givers for World Vision. Partner with Major Reps to actively seek opportunities to grow donor/prospect involvement through events, projects and initiatives. Recommend portfolio moves in conjunction with Prospect Development and Major Reps. Network through current donors to locate new giving prospects who can make major gifts.
- As appropriate, may partner with Major team to participate and support qualified donors/prospects on virtual or in person trips to WV project sites to inform them about specific projects and encourage them to give at major donor levels.
- Work with gift planning staff to set up donor-advised funds, stock gifts, wills, etc.
- Represent WVUS in speaking engagements that are directly related to major gift development and media interviews to spread the word about WV’s domestic and international ministry.
- Attend and participate in job related training programs as assigned.
- Work collaboratively with team members when assigned to work as a member of a team.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain awareness of corporate goals, objectives, organizational announcements, and activities. Reference and follow organizational policies and procedures, seeking clarity as needed.
You Bring These Skills
- Prospecting Skills: Effectively asks questions and listens to donors to identify giving opportunities. Changes approach to produce the desired result. Qualifies donors as to their giving potential.
- Fundraising Knowledge: Demonstrates thorough knowledge of fundraising. Knows what it takes to develop and/or support a successful fundraising campaign, appeal or program.
- Account Management: Manages assigned donor base effectively to ensure fundraising potential is reached. Maximizes use of time and resources. Maintains credibility with donors/prospects by performing agreed-upon follow up activities in a timely manner.
- Attention to Detail: Accomplishes tasks thoroughly, showing concern for all the areas involved no matter how small, at the appropriate level for the task.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent (four years) work experience.
- In addition to education or educational equivalent, requires work experience in fundraising or sales; 3 years.
Salary & Benefits
WVUS Pay Grade Level: 222
Estimated hiring range is: $63,600 – $85,900
The posted hiring salary range reflects pay for U.S. locations and is determined using market data and internal compensation guidelines. Actual compensation may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, and applicable laws. For information about World Vision U.S' comprehensive benefits package, please visit this link.
About World Vision
We're a global Christian humanitarian organization. We partner with children, families, and their communities to empower them as they reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. For over 75 years, World Vision has followed Jesus' example to show unconditional love to the poor and oppressed. We serve every child regardless of faith.
What Happens Next?
Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an initial phone conversation with a recruiter. We encourage you to submit a PDF resume and a cover letter. Our goal is to fill this vacancy with the right person in the shortest amount of time.
