Regional Philanthropy Officer, Corporate Donors
American Red Cross, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Overview
Joining The American Red Cross is like nothing else — a vital part of the world's largest humanitarian network. You will grow your career within a movement that matters, where success is measured in people helped and communities made whole. We offer a community that supports who you are away from work as much as what you do at work.
Job Title:
Regional Philanthropy Officer - Corporate Donors
Location:
Greater Houston area
The American Red Cross is seeking a Corporate Regional Philanthropy Officer who will meet fundraising goals and connect with donors to support our mission. You will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective regional donors in expanding their financial support. This is a hybrid role (work from home and office) with travel within the Gulf Coast Region to meet with donors.
Responsibilities
Fundraising strategy: Collaborate with leadership to create and execute a comprehensive corporate fundraising plan.
Disaster relief fundraising: Drive immediate impact to help donors support urgent Red Cross needs.
Performance monitoring: Track fundraising metrics and adjust strategies to achieve targets.
Donor engagement: Maintain regular updates to Salesforce and ensure effective prospecting efforts.
Identify and cultivate corporate donor strategies to secure financial support for initiatives.
Develop tailored engagement strategies to enhance philanthropic impact and community involvement.
Assist corporations in achieving branding, marketing, and employee engagement goals; align Red Cross programs to donor interests.
Relationship management: Build and sustain two-way strategic relationships with key stakeholders at corporate partner organizations.
Serve as primary point of contact for corporate donors and mentor volunteers who support the mission.
Collaboration and outreach: Work with cross-functional teams to align partnerships with community needs and organizational objectives; represent the organization at events.
What Will Give You the Competitive Edge
Significant fundraising experience with Houston corporations.
Proven track record of securing major gifts and meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.
What You Need to Succeed
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of corporate fundraising, sales, and/or relationship management experience.
Proven track record of securing corporate donations and managing partnerships.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
A current valid driver’s license and good driving record; ability to drive to other locations (fleet vehicles may be available at the Houston office).
Combination of education and general experience that meets the minimum requirements.
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO starting at 15 days per year (varies by job type and tenure)
11 paid holidays (core and floating)
401(k) with up to 6% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance (Short & Long Term)
Service awards and recognition
Apply now. Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local fair chance laws.
Interested in volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more about our most-needed volunteer opportunities.
To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
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Job Title:
Regional Philanthropy Officer - Corporate Donors
Location:
Greater Houston area
The American Red Cross is seeking a Corporate Regional Philanthropy Officer who will meet fundraising goals and connect with donors to support our mission. You will identify, engage, cultivate, solicit, and steward current and prospective regional donors in expanding their financial support. This is a hybrid role (work from home and office) with travel within the Gulf Coast Region to meet with donors.
Responsibilities
Fundraising strategy: Collaborate with leadership to create and execute a comprehensive corporate fundraising plan.
Disaster relief fundraising: Drive immediate impact to help donors support urgent Red Cross needs.
Performance monitoring: Track fundraising metrics and adjust strategies to achieve targets.
Donor engagement: Maintain regular updates to Salesforce and ensure effective prospecting efforts.
Identify and cultivate corporate donor strategies to secure financial support for initiatives.
Develop tailored engagement strategies to enhance philanthropic impact and community involvement.
Assist corporations in achieving branding, marketing, and employee engagement goals; align Red Cross programs to donor interests.
Relationship management: Build and sustain two-way strategic relationships with key stakeholders at corporate partner organizations.
Serve as primary point of contact for corporate donors and mentor volunteers who support the mission.
Collaboration and outreach: Work with cross-functional teams to align partnerships with community needs and organizational objectives; represent the organization at events.
What Will Give You the Competitive Edge
Significant fundraising experience with Houston corporations.
Proven track record of securing major gifts and meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.
What You Need to Succeed
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of corporate fundraising, sales, and/or relationship management experience.
Proven track record of securing corporate donations and managing partnerships.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
A current valid driver’s license and good driving record; ability to drive to other locations (fleet vehicles may be available at the Houston office).
Combination of education and general experience that meets the minimum requirements.
This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
PTO starting at 15 days per year (varies by job type and tenure)
11 paid holidays (core and floating)
401(k) with up to 6% match
Paid Family Leave
Employee Assistance
Disability and Insurance (Short & Long Term)
Service awards and recognition
Apply now. Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make your career a force for good.
The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable state and local fair chance laws.
Interested in volunteering? Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more about our most-needed volunteer opportunities.
To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
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