Gift Officer

Maintains an active institutional portfolio and is responsible for participating in prospect qualification, building relationships with funders, developing, writing and editing effective LOIs, proposals and solicitations with supplementary materials as required, and achieving annual contributed revenue goals through new and renewed support. Responsibilities also include execution of grant documentation, general correspondence and invitations, budget oversight, acknowledgements and recordkeeping.

Plans and manages a calendar of stewardship and engagement activity, including benefits fulfillment, which may include the timely submission of interim and final reports, reconcile budgets, and ensure compliance with policies, guidelines and grant agreements.

Collaborate with colleagues and volunteer leaders to elicit information, align proposals with upcoming program offerings and to fulfil reporting requirements.

Five to seven years’ experience in raising funds from and stewarding relationships with leading foundations and government agencies.

A demonstrated track record of success.

Familiarity with or interest in Cooper Hewitt’s mission and programs.

Effective communication skills, attention to detail and organization.

A team spirit, the ability to take both initiative and direction, and a comfort level with problem-solving and prioritization.

Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office and relational databases)

Applicants who wish to qualify based on education completed outside the United States, must be deemed equivalent to higher education programs of U.S. Institutions by an organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and should be included as part of your application package.

Any false statement in your application may result in your application being rejected and may also result in termination after employment begins. Relocation expenses are not paid.

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