Annual Giving Officer

One Tree Planted is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on global reforestation. As an environmental charity, we are dedicated to making it easier for individuals and businesses to give back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protect biodiversity, and help reforestation efforts around the world. All by planting trees! 

The ideal start date for this position is as soon as possible

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Philanthropy Officer - Annual Giving  focuses on fostering relationships with annual and mid-level donors. This role focuses on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors who contribute on a yearly basis, ensuring a steady stream of funding to support the organization’s operations and programs. 

Reporting Relationships 

• Reports to our  Director, Philanthropy 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

Donor relationship management (70%): 

• Manage an assigned pipeline of donors capable of giving between $1-$10k to cultivate, renew and upgrade current annual donors, all to foster long-term relationships.
  • Develop (alongside Director, Philanthropy) and execute stewardship plans, including thank-you letters, donor recognition gifts, and regular updates on organizational activities and successes.

• • Support the implementation of comprehensive annual giving campaigns, including direct mail, email, social media, and phone solicitation efforts.

• Research and identify Major Gift prospects within our organization.
  • Can include utilizing research tools such as iWave and other platforms. 

• • Work with the Officer, Major Gifts to develop relationships with potential donors. 
• Create (with the support of Marketing & Communications ) and edit donor communications including solicitation proposals, meeting requests, meeting follow-ups, presentations, acknowledgments, and letters.
• Maintain complete and orderly records of donors in the CRM, ensuring regular donor communications.
• Work with the Director, Philanthropy to understand funding priorities, campaigns, and projects to determine alignment with potential donors. 

Program Development  (10%):

• Collaborate with the development team and organizational leadership to set annual goals and develop plans to achieve them.
• Track and report on progress towards goals, adjusting strategies as needed to meet targets.
• Analyze donor data to identify trends, opportunities for growth, and areas needing improvement.
• Collaborate with other teams at the organization to develop compelling campaigns and cases for support. 
• Strategize with development leadership on ways to renew or cultivate new donations and relationships.

• Support the Director, Philanthropy & CDO to implement an annual giving strategy to grow our donor base and secure funding. 

Database Management (10%):

• Maintain accurate donor records in Salesforce.
• Keep track of donor interaction history to personalize communications and stewardship.
• Work with the CRM team to ensure reports are being pulled to properly analyze data and inform donor fundraising strategies.

Internal Meetings (5%):

• Development/team meetings as needed 
• Weekly Philanthropy team meeting 
• Weekly meeting 1-1 with Director, Philanthropy 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S DEGREE or  acceptable combination of equivalent experience
• RELATED EXPERIENCE: Minimum  2-3  years experience with a proven success record in annual fundraising or other non-profit donor relations experience.
• Experience developing donor relationships, from identification to stewardship.
• Experience managing a caseload of active gift prospects and implementing strategies for solicitation of these prospects.
• Demonstrated experience in consistently meeting deadlines/deliverables and standards for quality work.
• Experience using a CRM system. Knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.
• A passion for the environment!
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Proficient in prospect research, utilizing platforms such as iWave. 
• Experience in direct mail is an asset. 
• IDEAL LOCATION: Remote, USA

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

COMPENSATION:  typical starting range is $65,000 to $85,000 USD which will be based on skills and experience. Annual performance increase may be available but not guaranteed. 

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive PTO Plan
• Health and Wellness plans for U.S. Staff 
• Retirement plans with competitive employer contribution

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Cover letter indicating your interest in the position and why you think you would be a good fit with the organization.
2. Your resume.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Responsibilities, duties may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.  One Tree Planted is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.