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Major Gifts Senior Officer - New York City or Boston (US)
Mercy CorpsWashington, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Apr 2025
💰 $250,000/yr($64,000/yr – $250,000/yr)
About the role
Location: New York City or Boston, USPosition Status: Full Time Salary Level: Starting salary for this role will be $64,000 USD up to $76,000 USD annually, commesurate with experience and skillset.Risk Level: ☐ Level 3 ☐Level 2 X Level 1 (Level 3: Frequent contact with participants, direct contact with children, access to sensitive data, and/or high level of accountability. Level 2: Some contact with participants; unplanned non-direct contact with children. Level 1: Likely to have no contact with participants or sensitive data) About Mercy Corps Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible.
In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.
Now, and for the future. Program / Department Summary
The mission of the Resource Development (RD) department is to advance the organization’s strategic goals and support our worldwide team by raising flexible funds, profile and influence. The RD team encompasses several dozen dynamic professionals who possess a wide range of skills. We are gift officers, direct response fundraisers, web developers, marketers and media relations strategists. We are database managers, digital specialists, creative designers, storytellers and teachers. Most of all, we are passionate about Mercy Corps’ mission and believe a better world is possible. General Position Summary
Positioned within the High Impact Philanthropy department, the Major Gift team plays a critical role in securing flexible, unrestricted funding to support Mercy Corps’ global programs. This role is responsible for expanding private sector support by cultivating, engaging, and soliciting high-net-worth individuals based in the Eastern United States. The Major Gift Officer, East is a dynamic frontline fundraiser who will drive revenue growth by managing a portfolio of donors and prospects giving between $10,000 and $250,000. Geographically positioned in a key city on the East Coast (New York City or Boston) the Officer will serve as a relationship manager for a well-blended portfolio of current supporters and new prospects. The primary focus will be on retaining and upgrading current supporters through strategic, high-touch relationship building and engagement opportunities. The Officer will also collaborate with colleagues across the High Impact Philanthropy team to grow the donor pipeline and increase revenue across the region. Approximately 15% of the portfolio will be focused on new donor acquisition. This role requires a strong ability to articulate Mercy Corps’ global mission and build a compelling case for unrestricted giving. The Officer should be confident discussing a variety of giving vehicles—including legacy giving, multi-year commitments, donor advised funds (DAFs), family and community foundations, and giving circles. The position calls for a high level of social acumen and the ability to move comfortably within the realm of high-net-worth individuals. Essential Job Responsibilities MAJOR GIVING PORTFOLIO
In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.
Now, and for the future. Program / Department Summary
The mission of the Resource Development (RD) department is to advance the organization’s strategic goals and support our worldwide team by raising flexible funds, profile and influence. The RD team encompasses several dozen dynamic professionals who possess a wide range of skills. We are gift officers, direct response fundraisers, web developers, marketers and media relations strategists. We are database managers, digital specialists, creative designers, storytellers and teachers. Most of all, we are passionate about Mercy Corps’ mission and believe a better world is possible. General Position Summary
Positioned within the High Impact Philanthropy department, the Major Gift team plays a critical role in securing flexible, unrestricted funding to support Mercy Corps’ global programs. This role is responsible for expanding private sector support by cultivating, engaging, and soliciting high-net-worth individuals based in the Eastern United States. The Major Gift Officer, East is a dynamic frontline fundraiser who will drive revenue growth by managing a portfolio of donors and prospects giving between $10,000 and $250,000. Geographically positioned in a key city on the East Coast (New York City or Boston) the Officer will serve as a relationship manager for a well-blended portfolio of current supporters and new prospects. The primary focus will be on retaining and upgrading current supporters through strategic, high-touch relationship building and engagement opportunities. The Officer will also collaborate with colleagues across the High Impact Philanthropy team to grow the donor pipeline and increase revenue across the region. Approximately 15% of the portfolio will be focused on new donor acquisition. This role requires a strong ability to articulate Mercy Corps’ global mission and build a compelling case for unrestricted giving. The Officer should be confident discussing a variety of giving vehicles—including legacy giving, multi-year commitments, donor advised funds (DAFs), family and community foundations, and giving circles. The position calls for a high level of social acumen and the ability to move comfortably within the realm of high-net-worth individuals. Essential Job Responsibilities MAJOR GIVING PORTFOLIO
- Manage a regional portf
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