Donor Engagement Officer

About the position

CCVLP is seeking our very first staff position dedicated to development: a Donor Engagement Officer who is dedicated to cultivating donor relationships, fostering a culture of gratitude, and supporting the expansion of CCVLP's civil legal aid services for low-income and marginalized individuals. As the Donor Engagement Officer, you'll develop and implement strategies to maintain and grow CCVLP's funding base, with a particular focus on unrestricted operating funds. You'll cultivate relationships with current and prospective donors, explore opportunities for planned giving, and oversee the implementation of a donor tracking database. This role works collaboratively with CCVLP's leadership team and board of directors to identify and engage new funding sources while fostering strong relationships with existing supporters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective donor stewardship programs, including personalized strategies to acknowledge and celebrate contributions.
• Research, propose, and implement a donor tracking database to improve management and engagement.
• Advocate for CCVLP as a recipient of planned estate giving and explore connections with underrepresented donor sectors.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to identify funding sources aligned with CCVLP's equity principles.
• Participate in community events, deliver presentations, and build relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Evaluate CCVLP fundraising efforts and provide recommendations for sustainability and growth.
• Support grant reporting and research as time permits.

Requirements

• Experience in donor engagement, fundraising, or related work in a nonprofit setting.
• Strong interpersonal and storytelling skills to connect with diverse donors and communicate CCVLP's mission.
• Proven ability to track and analyze donor data to improve fundraising strategies.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion, and a passion for supporting CCVLP's mission and vision.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a collaborative, forward-thinking approach.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in customer relations, marketing, sales, public relations, or community engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $67,080 per year.
• Support for applicants needing assistance in applying transferable skills to the role.