Individual Giving Officer

Feeding San Diego is a non-profit organization on a mission to connect every person facing hunger with nutritious meals by maximizing food rescue. Established in 2007, Feeding San Diego rescues surplus food from local and national food donors before it goes to waste and gets it to people facing hunger in San Diego County. It is the only Feeding America partner food bank in the region.

Feeding San Diego is dedicated to building a team that reflects the diverse county we serve, including those with varying backgrounds and life experiences. Applicants who strengthen our team through personal knowledge of poverty and food insecurity, as well as members of marginalized groups, are encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Development, Major Gifts the Individual Giving Officer identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards donors giving or capable of giving $1,000-$9,999 annually. The Individual Giving Officer will prioritize some 200 donors in an active portfolio, and implement best-practice fundraising tactics, to build authentic relationships, deepen donor interest and involvement, and secure gifts to meet or

exceed the position’s annual goal. As a member of a wider team, the Individual Giving Officer will also work collaboratively with other team members to reach or exceed the organization’s overall philanthropic funding goal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Individual Giving Officer:

• Manages an active portfolio of ~200 donors giving $1,000 - $9,999, segmented by tiers and corresponding tactics.
• Meets or exceeds quarterly/annual revenue goals aligned with phases of the donor cycle, by fulfilling metrics related to stewardship, engagement and solicitation strategies and frequency.
• Collaborates closely with the Development Director, Major Gifts to identify and matriculate donors into the $10,000 and above giving range through thoughtful stewardship and engagement.
• Contributes to the Development Team’s collective outreach strategies such as campaigns, events, special funding opportunities and other donor engagement.
• Assists with evolution of the agency’s Planned Giving program.
• Assists with creation and activation of regular presentations to philanthropists, businesses, community and other forums with the goal of generating donations and involvement.
• Completes required agency training on time.
• Completes other duties as required.

INTERACTION

In addition to relationships with donors, the Individual Giving Officer interacts closely with organization leadership, development, and marketing and communications, and may interact with other internal and external stakeholders, as appropriate.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in communications, business administration, nonprofit administration, or related field of study, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Candidates must have three years of fundraising and nonprofit development experience, particularly with individual donors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, in-person and including presentations.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills: creating authentic relationships with donors from all backgrounds and ages, and internally with agency collaborators. In-depth knowledge of nonprofit organizational practices, development principles, fundraising techniques, and fundraising ethics.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A professional demeanor with an aptitude for analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Responsible, well organized, and demonstrating initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Proficiency with Salesforce preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age with a minimum of three years of driving experience.
• Nights & weekends may be required.
• Be a resident of San Diego County and able to work at least three days weekly onsite, as required. Feeding San Diego extends a hybrid work schedule as an employee benefit, and reserves the right to revoke the hybrid policy, as needed.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, copier, printer, facsimile machine and support software: Salesforce, Raise, iWave and more.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license including continuous proof of a satisfactory driving record and personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under FSD insurance carrier standards.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee will be asked to successfully perform to fulfill the essential functions of this job.  If requested, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly expected to:

• Work in an office adjacent to a warehouse setting with occasional travel to other locations in San Diego County.
• Prioritizes and multi-task work and projects requiring good memory, concentration, and analytical thinking.
• Occasionally it is required to perform the safe operation of office equipment and machines and recognize and abate safety hazards within the workplace.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but this office is maintained in a distribution center with machinery and large trucks.

Feeding San Diego provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

PAY & HOURS

Pay Range: $80,000 to $85,000

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Work Hours/Location: Hybrid - M, T, TH in office and W & F remote

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Employer sponsored healthcare benefits at platinum level for medical
• 401K retirement plan with company matching
• Flexible work environment; Attractive, welcoming office
• Supportive time off policies including vacation, sick, & company holidays; accrue 20 days of PTO in first year
• Learning & development and recognition programs
• Your work has a real purpose and will help change lives in San Diego County.
• Supportive and engaged Board of Directors
• You’ll be part of a fun, supportive team that works hard and celebrates accomplishments together.
• We live by our core values: Agility, Stewardship, Collaboration, Environment, Nutrition & Dignity.
• 100% of our workforce believes in our mission and vision
• Commitment to Sustainability – We prioritize food rescue to feed people not landfills. Food waste goes to local hog farms.