Major Gifts Officer – Acton Institute – Grand Rapids, MI
The Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty (www.acton.org) is a leading international educational 
organization located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our mission is to promote a free society characterized by individual liberty and sustained by religious principles.
We are currently seeking a Major Gifts Officer to join our team and implement fundraising strategies to secure revenues for the Acton Institute. As Major Gifts Officer you will play a major role in our development operations and will: work closely with our Executive Leadership to set priorities and goals, to research and identify potential donors, cultivate donors and communicate and maintain relationships with current donors. Other duties include preparing presentations to deliver to potential donors and key stakeholders, and participating in events and other advancement activities as needed. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in generating revenue while working in a fast-paced and multi-faceted environment.
The preferred candidate will possess:
- Understanding and appreciation for Acton’s mission
- Minimum 7 years experience with a proven track record of setting and achieving fund raising goals
- Prior professional experience with major donors, foundations, endowments and other advancement campaigns
- Successful relationship building skills
- Ability to give effective presentations to achieve desired results
- Persuasive communicator with excellent writing and speaking skills
- Ability to travel on a frequent basis
Please send cover letter, including your interest in the Acton Institute mission; resume; and salary history & requirements to: claire@talentmarket.org.
Vice President of Development – Pacific Research Institute – San Fran
Founded in 1979, the mission of the Pacific Research Institute (PRI) is to champion freedom, opportunity, and personal responsibility for all individuals by advancing free-market policy solutions. The Pacific Research Institute (PRI) believes that now more than ever, it is vital that our policy responses are guided by the principles that best preserve the essence of America – its entrepreneurial spirit, belief in the dignity of individuals, and vigilant defense of liberty.
PRI seeks a Vice President of Development to help advance these principles and grow the organization’s donor base. This is an incredible opportunity for a talented individual with a passion for free-market ideals.
The Vice President of Development reports to the President & CEO and Senior Vice President & CFO.
Summary
The Vice President of Development is a member of the Senior Management Team (with the President/CEO; Senior Vice President & CFO; Vice President, Marketing). The Vice President of Development will work closely with the CEO and the Director of Development on issues related to major gift solicitations and donor calls. The primary responsibility for this position is to create, obtain approval for, and implement a strategic development program that would significantly increase financial support for the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop both an immediate and long-term development strategy, with clear benchmarks and annual goals. Also develop strategy and timeline for individual contributors with the potential for major gifts.
- Develop both an immediate and long-term development strategy working with each departmental director to establish clear benchmarks and annual goals.
- Represent PRI in meetings with donors and prospects, in California and nationwide. Coordinate and implement travel schedule that will encompass approximately 50 to 60 percent of time.
- Expand the involvement of the Board of Directors; increase Board giving
- Work with the Senior Vice President and Vice President, Marketing to strengthen PRI’s brand and messaging and to create collateral materials. Give input on publications program and marketing/outreach efforts.
- Review all systems and procedures within the development department, make improvements where necessary, and oversee all department operations. This includes all development functions, events, and the database.
Application Process:
Please submit a cover letter explaining philosophical interest in PRI, resume and salary history/requirements to: claire@talentmarket.org with the position title in the subject line.
