Major Gifts Development Manager - Oxenham Group LLC
Brooklyn, NY 11222
About the Job
About Aid to the Church in Need – United States
Aid to the Church in Need – USA (ACNUSA) is a growing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in
Brooklyn, New York. ACNUSA is a Catholic non-profit organization under the auspices of the
Vatican. ACNUSA raises funds to support and promote the work of the Church around the world, by
providing practical assistance and pastoral care to persons in need, especially Christians who are
suffering from persecution or discrimination. www.churchinneed.org
Areas of Responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:
The Major Gifts Development Manager is responsible for individual giving, foundation grant seeking
and corporate giving.
The Major Gifts Development Manager will build and fine-tune the donor pipeline, cultivate
relationships with major donors, foundations and corporations. He/she will ensure excellence in
donor stewardship, record-keeping and will align fundraising goals with the organization's mission
to support the suffering Church and its faithful around the world.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Overall Fundraising Development
a. Coordinate with our fundraising consultants to execute successful major giving
initiatives.
b. Set and meet yearly goals for major giving initiatives.
c. Strengthen and expand the fundraising pipeline for individual, corporate, and
institutional donors.
d. Collaborate with Director of Development and/or National Director to identify new
funding opportunities and optimize existing partnerships.
e. Contribute to additional development initiatives as needed.
2. Foundation and Corporate Engagement
a. Research, identify, and pursue grant opportunities aligned with ACNUSA's mission.
b. Oversee grant proposal lifecycles, including preparation, submission, and reporting.
c. Build and manage corporate giving programs, including sponsorships, volunteer
initiatives, and employee giving campaigns.
3. Major Donor Development
a. Develop and execute initiatives to attract and retain high-net-worth donors, focusing on
personalized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans.
b. Collaborate with National Director to cultivate personalized relationships with major
donors.
c. Coordinate productions and mailing of seasonal appeal letters and
acknowledgements.
4. Data Management and Donor Stewardship
a. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of Major donor records and engagements.
b. Implement best practices for Major donor acknowledgment, recognition, and sustained
engagement.
5. Event Collaboration and Support
a. Provide support for fundraising events, enhancing donor cultivation and sponsorship
outreach.
b. Coordinate post-event donor engagement plans to ensure ongoing support.
6. Grant Management and Compliance
a. Oversee the organization's library of grant support documents, ensuring compliance
with all requirements.
b. Work across internal teams to oversee and maintain a detailed grant calendar,
confirming all deadlines are clearly identified, and ensuring the timely preparation,
review, and submission of grant applications and reports.
c. Maintain a comprehensive library of grant support documents, including current
financial statements, IRS forms, audit management letters, tax-exempt recognition
documents, and lists of board members, staff, and major donors.
7. Collaboration
a. Collaborate with internal teams to align fundraising efforts.
b. Reconcile donations with the Finance Department monthly.
c. Prepare Board presentations and reports.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree and equivalent experience in related field is required. Master's degree is
a plus.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising is required.
3. Demonstrated success in securing foundation grants, cultivating major donors, and
managing corporate sponsorships.
Skills
1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).
2. Proficiency in nonprofit CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Blackbaud) and fundraising
analytics.
3. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
4. Ability to manage multiple priorities.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of an office team.
6. Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills.
7. A passion for the Catholic faith and the mission of ACNUSA.
8. A passion for serving our donors.
Physical Requirements
1. Travel: The Major Donor Development Officer must have the ability to travel. Domestic and
international travel is required to gain firsthand knowledge of ACNUSA-supported projects
and programs. Travel to meet with major donors as directed by the National Director.
2. Administrative: Operation of standard office equipment, such as computers, phones,
photocopiers, fax machines, cellular phones, and the like, is also required.
3. Communication: In addition, Communication with other employees, both orally and in
writing, is required.
Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Working Environment
According to the current policies of ACNUSA, the Major Gifts Development Manager is expected to
be on-site 4 days per week in the office, while the remaining workday can be done remotely.
ACNUSA reserves the right to modify these policies.
Compensation and Hours
Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 per year
Benefits package range: From individual coverage (approx. $9,500) to spouse and dependent
coverage (Approx. $16,000 - $27,800).
Benefits include: Paid time off, health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, health savings
account, flexible spending account, and 401(k) plan. Health benefits package is covered 100% by
the employer.
The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with an immediate start date. The typical working hours
are Monday through Friday from 9am – 5pm. However, flexibility is needed to accommodate
business needs, including occasional attendance at evening and weekend functions.
Application
The application should include (i) a cover letter setting forth the candidate's reasons for their
interest in the position and why the candidate is qualified for the position, and (ii) a resume, and (iii)
references. This position is not eligible for work sponsorship.
Applicants should direct inquiries to Mission Advantage Recruiting, c/o Steven Edwards.
sedwards@missionadv.org
Aid to the Church in Need – USA (ACNUSA) is a growing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in
Brooklyn, New York. ACNUSA is a Catholic non-profit organization under the auspices of the
Vatican. ACNUSA raises funds to support and promote the work of the Church around the world, by
providing practical assistance and pastoral care to persons in need, especially Christians who are
suffering from persecution or discrimination. www.churchinneed.org
Areas of Responsibility include, but are not limited to the following:
The Major Gifts Development Manager is responsible for individual giving, foundation grant seeking
and corporate giving.
The Major Gifts Development Manager will build and fine-tune the donor pipeline, cultivate
relationships with major donors, foundations and corporations. He/she will ensure excellence in
donor stewardship, record-keeping and will align fundraising goals with the organization's mission
to support the suffering Church and its faithful around the world.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Overall Fundraising Development
a. Coordinate with our fundraising consultants to execute successful major giving
initiatives.
b. Set and meet yearly goals for major giving initiatives.
c. Strengthen and expand the fundraising pipeline for individual, corporate, and
institutional donors.
d. Collaborate with Director of Development and/or National Director to identify new
funding opportunities and optimize existing partnerships.
e. Contribute to additional development initiatives as needed.
2. Foundation and Corporate Engagement
a. Research, identify, and pursue grant opportunities aligned with ACNUSA's mission.
b. Oversee grant proposal lifecycles, including preparation, submission, and reporting.
c. Build and manage corporate giving programs, including sponsorships, volunteer
initiatives, and employee giving campaigns.
3. Major Donor Development
a. Develop and execute initiatives to attract and retain high-net-worth donors, focusing on
personalized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans.
b. Collaborate with National Director to cultivate personalized relationships with major
donors.
c. Coordinate productions and mailing of seasonal appeal letters and
acknowledgements.
4. Data Management and Donor Stewardship
a. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of Major donor records and engagements.
b. Implement best practices for Major donor acknowledgment, recognition, and sustained
engagement.
5. Event Collaboration and Support
a. Provide support for fundraising events, enhancing donor cultivation and sponsorship
outreach.
b. Coordinate post-event donor engagement plans to ensure ongoing support.
6. Grant Management and Compliance
a. Oversee the organization's library of grant support documents, ensuring compliance
with all requirements.
b. Work across internal teams to oversee and maintain a detailed grant calendar,
confirming all deadlines are clearly identified, and ensuring the timely preparation,
review, and submission of grant applications and reports.
c. Maintain a comprehensive library of grant support documents, including current
financial statements, IRS forms, audit management letters, tax-exempt recognition
documents, and lists of board members, staff, and major donors.
7. Collaboration
a. Collaborate with internal teams to align fundraising efforts.
b. Reconcile donations with the Finance Department monthly.
c. Prepare Board presentations and reports.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree and equivalent experience in related field is required. Master's degree is
a plus.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising is required.
3. Demonstrated success in securing foundation grants, cultivating major donors, and
managing corporate sponsorships.
Skills
1. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).
2. Proficiency in nonprofit CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Blackbaud) and fundraising
analytics.
3. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
4. Ability to manage multiple priorities.
5. Ability to work effectively as part of an office team.
6. Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills.
7. A passion for the Catholic faith and the mission of ACNUSA.
8. A passion for serving our donors.
Physical Requirements
1. Travel: The Major Donor Development Officer must have the ability to travel. Domestic and
international travel is required to gain firsthand knowledge of ACNUSA-supported projects
and programs. Travel to meet with major donors as directed by the National Director.
2. Administrative: Operation of standard office equipment, such as computers, phones,
photocopiers, fax machines, cellular phones, and the like, is also required.
3. Communication: In addition, Communication with other employees, both orally and in
writing, is required.
Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
Working Environment
According to the current policies of ACNUSA, the Major Gifts Development Manager is expected to
be on-site 4 days per week in the office, while the remaining workday can be done remotely.
ACNUSA reserves the right to modify these policies.
Compensation and Hours
Salary Range: $75,000-$95,000 per year
Benefits package range: From individual coverage (approx. $9,500) to spouse and dependent
coverage (Approx. $16,000 - $27,800).
Benefits include: Paid time off, health, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, health savings
account, flexible spending account, and 401(k) plan. Health benefits package is covered 100% by
the employer.
The position is full-time (40 hours/week) with an immediate start date. The typical working hours
are Monday through Friday from 9am – 5pm. However, flexibility is needed to accommodate
business needs, including occasional attendance at evening and weekend functions.
Application
The application should include (i) a cover letter setting forth the candidate's reasons for their
interest in the position and why the candidate is qualified for the position, and (ii) a resume, and (iii)
references. This position is not eligible for work sponsorship.
Applicants should direct inquiries to Mission Advantage Recruiting, c/o Steven Edwards.
sedwards@missionadv.org
Source : Oxenham Group LLC