Description:

Donor Relations Officer

Alpha Chi Omega Headquarters

The Alpha Chi Omega Foundation is hiring! Join #TeamAXO as a Donor Relations Officer! This fully remote opportunity is available for experienced development professionals.

The Donor Relations Officer (DRO) is a key member of the Foundation team, responsible for developing organizational relationships with donors with a goal of enhancing donor engagement and securing major and planned gifts to support the vision and mission of the Alpha Chi Omega Foundation. DROs serve as ambassadors of the Foundation to Alpha Chi Omega alumnae and stakeholders, motivating enthusiastic support for Alpha Chi Omega’s educational and philanthropic initiatives.

Visit our website to learn more about Alpha Chi Omega and the work of our Foundation. A copy of the complete job description can be found here.

Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Five or more years of professional fundraising experience required, preferably in major gifts, planned giving, and/or direct donor engagement.
• Prior experience interacting directly with donors required.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and securing major and planned gifts preferred.
• Displays a significant level of maturity, integrity and professionalism in developing and sustaining resilient relationships with donors, volunteers and colleagues.
• Strong service orientation, outstanding presentation and listening skills, professionalism and confidentiality required.
• Works with a sense of urgency in a team-oriented and goal-driven environment.
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and email required.
• Prior experience working with iMIS or other similar donor relationship management system is a plus.
• Membership in Alpha Chi Omega is preferred, but not required. Membership or familiarity with Greek-letter fraternal organizations preferred.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications or another related field required. Master’s degree, advanced training, Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or other similar certification is a plus.