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Position: Director of Individual Giving

Reports to: Chief Development Officer

Position Description

The Director of Individual Giving is responsible for the planning and implementation of major gift opportunities for Austin Humane Society (AHS).  This position will partner with other fun and dynamic development team members on the oversight of individual giving throughout all of AHS’ annual fundraising campaigns to include events, giving clubs, direct mail, planned giving and the capital campaign. The position will have supervision of 1-2 staff members. The Director of Individual Giving reports to the Chief Development Officer and also works closely with a variety of donors, volunteers, staff and other constituents.  It is an exciting time to be part of the Development Team at AHS!  We are embarking on some new projects and this position will have the opportunity to be part of something big and impactful for the Austin Community as well as play an integral role in creating the vision and pathway to get there.

Qualifications

• A minimum of six years of experience in nonprofit development, with proven success with major donors through face to face solicitation; successful track record of cultivating relationships and soliciting gifts.
• Experience managing staff, managing up to leadership and collaborating with peers required.
• Campaign experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Confidence, creativity and maturity to establish credibility and influence donors at all levels.
• Attention to detail, including the ability to maintain accuracy of details in a fast-paced setting.
• Deeply relational; a good listener who is interested in developing meaningful professional relationships with colleagues and donors.
• Ability to handle complex and confidential information.
• An energetic self-starter, ability to pivot as needed, team player and ability to laugh at one’s self.
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• Advanced computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office and Raiser’s Edge preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher is required.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Austin Humane Society.
• Must treat animals humanely, with love and concern both on and off the job and transmit these values to others

The Director of Individual Giving is a full-time, exempt position.

To apply please send a cover letter, resume to tfry@austinhumanesociety.org