Philanthropy Officer

Seattle Humane

. Manage a portfolio of approximately 130 major and planned gift prospects and donors .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBellevue • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing major and planned gift fundraising, with a proven ability to cultivate donor relationships and secure significant philanthropic support. Proficient in utilizing CRM systems and analyzing fundraising performance to meet revenue targets.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fundraising ExperienceMajor Gifts ManagementPlanned Giving KnowledgeCRM Proficiency (Raiser’s Edge)Strategic Relationship Building

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Hard Skills

FundraisingMajor GiftsPlanned GivingDonor StewardshipProposal PreparationRevenue Goal DevelopmentFundraising AnalysisPortfolio ManagementVolunteer ManagementDigital Fundraising

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsSelf-MotivationTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

CRM SystemsMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Philanthropic SupportDonor EngagementAnnual GivingDirect MailCommunity Events

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a portfolio of approximately 130 major and planned gift prospects and donors
Secure philanthropic support through major and planned gifts
Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors capable of making gifts of $10,000 and above
Manage planned giving inquiries, documentation, donor records, and stewardship activities
Conduct face-to-face meetings, phone calls, and written communications with donors
Prepare, edit, and update cases for support, proposals, and donor-facing materials
Identify and advance annual gift opportunities into major gifts
Identify and cultivate planned giving prospects from existing and long-time donors
Educate donors and prospects about planned giving opportunities and vehicles
Ensure timely donor acknowledgment, impact reports, and recognition
Build long-term donor relationships and implement personalized engagement strategies
Partner with leadership, board members, operations staff, and development colleagues on prospect strategies
Support events and activities advancing major gift relationships
Meet or exceed annual revenue targets and activity metrics
Monitor progress toward goals and adjust strategies
Represent Seattle Humane at donor functions, receptions, webinars, and community events
Attend local and regional meetings to identify fundraising opportunities and donor prospects
Develop and track revenue goals and expense budgets
Analyze fundraising performance, donor engagement metrics, and portfolio activity
Report to the Associate Director of Development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education and experience; advanced degree preferred
Minimum 5+ years of fundraising experience, with a focus on major gifts
Proven track record of securing gifts of $10,000+ and managing a portfolio
Knowledge of planned giving principles and gift planning vehicles
Experience managing and motivating volunteers, including board members
Working knowledge of annual giving, direct mail, digital fundraising, and planned giving
Ability to travel regionally and work occasional evenings/weekends (<10%)
Valid Washington state driver’s license and reliable transportation
Proficiency in CRM systems (Raiser’s Edge) and Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Self-directed, proactive, and intrinsically motivated
Demonstrated leadership skills in a team-oriented setting
Strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills
Results-driven and goal-oriented
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
High level of integrity and professionalism
Ability to analyze problems, determine solutions, and communicate clearly and concisely
Good attention to detail and ability to produce accurate work despite interruptions
Flexibility to adapt to differing support needs, working styles, and demands
Commitment to Seattle Humane’s Core Values: Collaboration, Compassion, Accessibility, Respect, and Adaptability

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work structure
Full-time, 40 hours per week
Occasional evenings/weekends for events (<10%)