Hiring: Philanthropy Officer Company: Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Silicon Valley Chapter Location: Petaluma, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:20:42 Employment Type: Full-time / Hybrid Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Project Management About the job Experience: •This position operates in a professional office environment and from home. •Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, scanners, and filing cabinets. •When working remotely, employees should choose a work environment that is free from distractions, has a reliable internet connection, and supports the employee’s ability to dedicate their full attention to their job duties during work hours. •Position Type, Expected Hours Of Work, And Travel •This is a full-time, exempt position. Required Skills: •Essential Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To Donor Engagement and Fundraising: 90% •Grow and strengthen the portfolio through a combination of transitioned donor relationships, newly identified prospects, and self-generated leads. Use research, networking, referrals, and partnerships with board members, volunteers, staff, donors, and other community connections to identify, qualify, cultivate, and solicit new major gift prospects. •Maintain an active donor engagement and moves management pipeline, including regular face-to-face visits, compelling field-based donor experiences, personalized outreach, timely follow-up, and consistent progression of prospects through identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. •Collaborate closely with Directors of Philanthropy (senior major gifts fundraising colleagues), other Development team members, program staff, board members, and volunteers to strengthen fundraising outcomes through coordinated donor relationship management and a collaborative team-based approach. •Develop knowledge of Point Blue’s mission, programs, and strategic priorities. Partner with program staff, where appropriate, to create meaningful field experiences and other engagements and align donor interests with funding opportunities. •Craft and execute solicitation strategies for individual donors – write briefings, prepare correspondence, set meetings, lead solicitations, follow up on all solicitations, and steward the donation and the ongoing relationship. •Maintain accurate and timely donor and prospect records in Raiser's Edge NXT and use the CRM to manage portfolio activity, track opportunities, inform fundraising strategies, and share information with internal collaborators. •Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of donor relationships, donor data management, and philanthropic agreements. Qualifications: •Demonstrated success identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major and principal donors, including securing gifts of at least $25,000 and building a strong pipeline of new relationships and increased philanthropic support. •Knowledge of current trends in charitable giving, donor relationship management principles and best practices, and event planning best practices. •Excellent relationship-building skills, including the ability to build rapport, listen effectively, use diplomacy and tact, and engage diverse internal and external stakeholders. •Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and quality, and exceptional follow-through. •Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated success in clearly and concisely translating complex ideas and strategic priorities to diverse audiences. •Proven ability to safeguard confidential donor information. •Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, cloud-based collaboration tools, and fundraising CRMs (Raiser’s Edge/NXT preferred). •Demonstrated capacity to comfortably and graciously engage with high-net-worth individuals at events and other donor engagement settings. •Passion for and interest in wildlife conservation and the environment; strong consideration for candidates with knowledge of conservation science and ecology. •Valid California driver’s license and favorable driving history, and proof of auto insurance. Compensation: •$110,000 - $130,000 / year •Other paid time off includes twelve (12) sick days and eight (8) paid holidays per calendar year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!