Major and Planned Giving Officer

Company Description

At Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Metro Atlanta, Inc. (Habitat NWMA) we are dedicated, as part of a global nonprofit housing organization, to support the life-changing mission of connecting families and communities with the transformational impact of decent, affordable shelter. We embrace a history rooted in creating equity – we take our principles seriously by courageously committing to a culture and workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported, and valued.  

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage people of varied races (which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, protective hairstyles and hair texture), ethnicities, national origins, tribes, religions, ages, gender identities and expressions, genders, sexual orientations, marital statuses, disabilities, veteran/reserve national guard statuses, socio-economic statuses, thinking and communication styles to work with us.  

Role Description

The newly created role of Major and Planned Giving Officer (MPGO) presents an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking and strategic leader to support Habitat’s vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. As MPGO, you will work closely with Habitat NWMA’s leadership team to create and execute strategic plans for major and planned-giving, corporate sponsorships, and special event fundraisers. Increasing major and planned gifts is essential to strongly support the affiliate’s mission, vision, and growth goals. The MPGO will work closely with colleagues, board members and volunteers to drive key initiatives and increase levels of integrated philanthropic support across the organization that advance fundraising priorities. 

Responsibilities include maintaining a portfolio for direct major gifts solicitations and sponsorships, overseeing their cultivation and engagement and designing creative acquisition and stewardship experiences. A special focus will be placed on growing, year over year, $5,000+ individual giving and collaborating with donors and financial advisors on expectancies, and estate gifts. An elevated level of sophistication working with high-net-worth individuals, professional finesse, tact, quality control, and rigorous oversight on all projects and processes is required. In this role, the MPGO will have a unique chance to shape the future endowment fund and gift planning strategy and develop innovative approaches to engage major donors. 

Education Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in Nonprofit Management, Fundraising, Business, or related field. 

Experience Qualifications:

• Experience working with and managing a development/fundraising team. 
• Experience in cultivating major donors and securing planned gifts. 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Knowledge of fundraising practices and strategies. Preferred 5-7 years of demonstrated achievement meeting or exceeding established annual goals. 
• Ability to develop and implement fundraising plans. Preferred 5-7 years of special event fundraising experience. 
• Experience in stewardship and donor relations. Preferred 5-7 years of progressive major gifts fundraising (gifts of $5,000+) and sponsorship solicitation (including those of $20,000+). 
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with identifying and working with high net-worth individual/corporate donors 
• Organizational skills for a dynamic working environment. 
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write and speak, clearly and effectively, to listen, and the capacity to engage, inspire, and persuade. 
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated in initiating contacts with potential donors. 
• Microsoft Office knowledge including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc. 
• Experience with CRM/database management. 
• Experience with grant writing and submission. 

Physical Requirements to Perform Essential Functions:

• Work is performed mostly in an office environment and requires the ability to operate office equipment, including a keyboard and mouse.
• An individual may be subjected to moderate noise levels due to Habitat NWMA warehouse activity during the building season. 
• Must be able to lift and carry small parcels (15 pounds or less) and other items, walk short distances, and drive to deliver and pick up materials to donors. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

Benefits: 

• Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
• Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance 
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability 
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability 
• Paid Time Off and Holidays 
• 401k with 3% company matching 
• Participation in company events and committees 
• Company sponsored training and development 

FLSA Classification: Full-time; Exempt 

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director 

Schedule: Onsite, Monday to Friday, with occasional evenings and Saturdays 

Reporting Location: 1625 Spring Road SE Smyrna, Georgia 30080 

The actual salary offered for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience. However, the hiring range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 (negotiable). 

Habitat NWMA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practice laws. Habitat NWMA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.