Director of Development & Planned Giving

Director of Development & Planned Giving

Department: Philanthropy

Position Summary

Phoebe Ministries is seeking an experienced and relationship-focused Director of Development & Planned Giving to lead and expand our planned giving and legacy giving program. This leadership position is responsible for cultivating meaningful donor relationships, growing long-term philanthropic support, and providing strategic direction for planned giving initiatives while partnering with the Vice President of Advancement and Marketing to advance the organization's fundraising goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow Phoebe's planned giving and legacy giving program.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective planned giving and major donors.
• Build relationships with donors, families, financial advisors, attorneys, and community partners.
• Educate donors on charitable giving opportunities including bequests, trusts, gift annuities, and beneficiary designations.
• Develop marketing and educational materials to promote planned giving opportunities.
• Coordinate donor recognition and stewardship activities.
• Collaborate with Vice President of Advancement and Marketing on fundraising strategy and advancement initiatives.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate donor records while ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
• Represent Phoebe at community events, donor meetings, and fundraising activities.
• Supervise assigned staff and promote a positive, Faith in Action work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Finance, or a related field required.
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in fundraising, development, planned giving, donor relations, or a related field.
• Knowledge of estate planning, charitable giving strategies, and donor stewardship.
• Exceptional relationship-building, communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and donor database systems.

Why Join Phoebe?

At Phoebe Ministries, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping individuals create meaningful legacies that support our mission of enriching the lives of older adults through compassionate care and service. Join a collaborative team dedicated to Faith in Action and excellence in philanthropy.

Phoebe Ministries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.