Great benefits. Competitive pay. We know these are some of the things people look for in a job.
If you’re the kind of person who believes that honoring and empowering our nation’s veterans is more than just a cause — that it’s a calling — then we’re ready to meet you.
When you join Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), you’re committing to making a difference. We make a commitment to you, too – helping you to find that spark, ignite your passion to serve, and embark on a career with meaning and purpose.
At WWP™, we recognize our mission cannot be accomplished without our talented teammates, which is why we’re proud to offer benefits such as:
·A flexible hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days’ work from home)
·Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for both teammates AND family members
·Competitive pay and performance incentives
·A fun, mission-focused, and collaborative team environment
A mission that matters is just the beginning, so if you’re ready to get started, we’re ready for you.
The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) Major Gifts Coordinator is a member of WWP’s fundraising team. The Major Gifts Coordinator will provide administrative support along with managing a small portfolio of donors. The Major Gifts Coordinator will share in the financial goal of the Major Gifts team and be responsible for generating revenue from different revenue channels such as cash, gifts of stock and deferred gifts.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide direct administrative support to fundraising management teams.
- Manage a portfolio of up to 50 major gift prospects within a designated region.
- Support the fundraising team with research to identify major donors for their portfolios and assist with correspondence on behalf of the team.
- Assist the fundraising team to create and prepare internal and external communications, including fundraising document production and donor correspondence.
- Utilize wealth screening information, other research, and networks of existing donors to identify prospective major donors.
- Input data into the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and manage database information.
- Track communications within Salesforce CRM to ensure prioritizing individual passions through relationship based fundraising strategies.
- Establish effective working relationships and work collaboratively with WWP teammates across the organization, e.g., Communications, Marketing, Programs, and other Resource Development teams, working cross channels to garner new donors.
- Support projects and fundraising events to develop relationships with potential donors.
- Attend and actively participate in required training and/or meetings, including but not limited to New Teammate Orientation, WWP Cares, ASIST Suicide Prevention training, Leadership training, culture/team based training, or departmental huddles.
- Other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Demonstrated customer service skills and ability to build rapport via phone and email.
- Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships and build successful and effective relationships.
- Ability to communicate technical information and requirements to teammates and leadership.
- Strong organizational and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize, delegate, and ensure that deadlines are met.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and tact.
- Demonstrated understanding of Wounded Warrior Project and its mission, values, programs, and services, and the impact of these programs and services on wounded warriors and their families.
- Demonstrated understanding of military service organizations (MSOs) and veteran service organizations (VSOs).
- High energy level. Self-starter; willing to take initiative.
- Demonstrated computer proficiency using Microsoft Office, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
- Unequivocal commitment to the highest standards of personal and business ethics and conduct.
- Mission-driven, guided by core values, and a pleasure to work with.
- Effectively articulate, verbally and in writing, WWP’s history, mission, vision and programs to potential funding sources.
EXPERIENCE
Requirements
- One year of customer service experience in a business or non-profit organization.
- One year of experience working with Salesforce or similar CRM database.
Preferences
- One year of experience in fundraising, sales or donor relations.
- One year of demonstrated achievement identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors.
EDUCATION
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree. Equivalent combination of education, experience, training, or certification may be considered in lieu of degree.
Preferences
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE
Requirements
- Valid state-issued driver’s license.
Preferences
Work Environment Physical Demands
- General office environment; temperature controlled.
- May require participation in events under varying weather conditions.
- Up to 20% travel.
- May require lifting/carrying items up to 50 pounds.
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Wounded Warrior Project® is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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