Development Officer

The Development Officer oversees and is responsible for all of ECG’s fundraising efforts. The Development Officer builds and manages relationships with individuals and organizations to secure philanthropic support for the organization. The Development Officer maximizes ongoing donor relationships, drives expansion of new major donor ranks and expands foundation, government, and corporate fundraising. The Development Officer reports directly to the Managing Director.

Responsibilities for Development Officer:

Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan to significantly expand annual philanthropic support for the organization and its programs
Identify potential donors from diverse sources, including individuals, foundations, government, and private grantmaking bodies
Implement strategies to foster strong donor stewardship, including establishing and maintaining regular communications, ensuring appropriate donor gift acknowledgement, and creating reports for major donors
Identify opportunities, apply for, and manage grant funding
Make direct, face-to-face solicitations
Regularly report on program progress to senior management and the board
Communicate fundraising goals within the organization and identify opportunities for team members to improve results through their work
Maintain fresh, interesting print and electronic fundraising materials
Create and oversee fundraising and donor stewardship events
Manage software systems to cultivate and track donors and prospects, including the fundraising database and wealth screening tools
Network at selected community and leadership events
Other duties as identified

Qualifications for Development Officer:

5-7 years of major gift experience
Demonstrated results raising funds from new donors and examples of positive outcomes
Experience managing and tracking donor contributions and organizing gathered data
Exceptional references, minimum of three with at least one major donor
Willingness and ability to travel regularly
Ability to work well in a diverse group
Exceptional verbal and interpersonal skills
Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office; Google Workspace, donor management systems and other commonly used business software required.

Salary and Benefits:

$115,000 (40 hours). 60% employer-covered health insurance. Comprehensive time-off package including federal holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Continuing education and professional development assistance available.

Energy for the Common Good is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran or disabled status.