Major Gifts Officer

Job Description

Job Description

TITLE: Major Gifts officer

DEPARTMENT: Resource Development

SUPERVISOR: VP, Development

STATUS:   Full-time, Exempt 

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta is offering an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team. We rely on the dedication of caring team members to provide a safe, nurturing environment for kids to learn and grow. Our staff are educators, coaches, artists, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors. Are you ready to join a team of passionate individuals who are working to make a difference in the lives of kids in our community?  

POSITION SUMMARY

The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta. This role works collaboratively with the VP of Development, another Major Gifts Officer, and the Volunteer & Engagement Coordinator to secure gifts at the $10,000+ level that advance the mission and sustainability of the organization.

KEY ROLES & ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor Portfolio Management

• Maintain an active portfolio of 75–125 major gift prospects and donors.
• Develop personalized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for each assigned prospect.
• Participate in regular review meetings with the VP of Development and colleagues to align approaches and priorities.

Cultivation & Solicitation

• Identify new major gift prospects through research, referrals, and donor database analytics.
• Conduct in-person meetings, site visits, and other engagement opportunities.

• Prepare and present gift requests that match donors’ interests and capacity.

Collaboration with Development Team

• Partner with the VP of Development and other Major Gifts Officer to develop a comprehensive major gifts strategy.
• Share learnings, connections, and best practices across the Development team.
• Support special campaign efforts and events as needed.

Stewardship & Engagement

• Maintain regular, meaningful communication with donors and prospects.
• Develop and implement personalized stewardship plans that deepen relationships and lead to renewed or increased gifts.
• Coordinate with the Volunteer & Engagement Coordinator to connect donors with mission-focused engagement opportunities.

Research & Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate, thorough, and updated records in the donor database (including contact information, correspondence, meeting notes, and gift status).
• Regularly review pipeline activity and results to assess the status of the major gifts program and adjust strategies accordingly.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Participate in regular Development team meetings and planning sessions.
• Assist in planning and attending special events that foster donor connections.
• Serve as an ambassador for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta within the community.

Additional Duties

• Stay current with trends and best practices in philanthropy and major gifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the VP of Development.

KEY COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES

• Skilled in building strong relationships and trust with donors.
• Strong communication and storytelling abilities aligning donors’ passions with organizational needs.
• Collaborative team player with a high level of professionalism.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, able to balance short- and long-term priorities.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred OR combination of post-secondary education and experience.   
• A minimum of 3-5  years of similar work experience, preferably in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization. 
• Ability to manage multiple tasks at a high volume.  
• Effective and productive at working independently and taking initiative. 
• Meticulous attention to detail with minimal errors.  
• Strong people and communication skills, both oral and written.  
• Proficient use of technology, particularly Microsoft Office Suite applications, spreadsheets, Talent databases, etc.  
• Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.  
• Strong analytical skills. 

ENVIRONMENT & WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical internal office environment. Possible travel to club locations within the Greater Augusta area. Consistent Internal contact with employees, applicants, volunteers, and business partners. Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise. 

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. You may be asked to perform other related duties and responsibilities as needed. You will be required to complete a criminal record check as a condition of employment.