Philanthropy Officer

Job Title: Philanthropy Officer

Team: Development Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Director of Development Direct Reports: none

Effective Date: November 2025

Position Summary

The Philanthropy Officer is responsible for securing large donations and building relationships with high- net-worth individuals, and foundations to support the organization’s fundraising goals.

Remote to Columbia, SC residents. Near CSRA.

Position Qualifications

For Employment with Oliver Gospel

A born again believer in Jesus Christ

Affirm without reservation Oliver Gospel’s Statement of Faith

Fully support Oliver Gospel’s Mission and Vision Statements

Ability and desire to work in harmony with other Oliver Gospel employees

Be on time and ready to work at the assigned work location on every scheduled day of work

Due to sensitivity for potential impact upon Oliver Gospel’s Program Participants, the use of tobacco and/or vaping products is not permitted during scheduled work hours or at any Mission event

Valid South Carolina driver’s license

For the Philanthropy Officer

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in a related field Exceptional skills in relating to a wide variety of individuals Experience in customer service, sales, and nonprofit fundraising Experience in public speaking

Knowledge of fundraising and donor CSM software Knowledge of PC-based software and Microsoft suite products

Position Responsibilities

Design and lead the philanthropy cultivation process for the organization, including elevating the public profile and engagement opportunities of key organizational leaders.

Cultivate major donor relationships through various communication channels.

Manage, engage, and increase the quantity and value of current major donors and prospects Generate large sponsorships and donations for special events.

Compile, manage, and solicit large donations from a qualified portfolio of up 125-150 Major Donors.

Report progress against identified metrics.

Conduct educational and informational presentations and tours on Oliver Gospel’s work to community supporters.

Research and compile information to create detailed donor profiles on qualified major donors and prospects.

Serve as the campaign lead for the Hope Match Challenge, implementing donor strategy, communications, and goal achievement.

Represent Oliver Gospel at community or partner events.

Provide the supervisor with donor information, reporting, and analytics as needed. Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Creative self-starter

Ability to challenge major donors and prospects in their giving Sound judgment in decision-making

Strong organizational and research skills

Strong relational, written, and oral communication skills

Integrity in dealing with people, finances, and confidential information Excellent attention to detail; ability to meet deadlines

Ability to work independently and as part of a team Servant attitude

Mental and Physical Demands

Ability to work in a changing, growth-oriented environment Ability to concentrate and apply mental processes

Ability to respond appropriately to stressful situations

Ability to work with disruptions, critical issues, and emotional individuals Ability to move seamlessly from one task to another

Ability to participate in travel experiences

Ability to move about inside the facility to engage employees and/or guests Ability to operate a computer and other office machinery for long periods of time

Ability to climb stairs, bend, squat, kneel, and reach upward and/or outward in performing tasks Ability to frequently lift, carry, push and/or pull items weighing up to 10 pounds

Ability to engage in limited exposure to publicly transmitted diseases, such as colds, viruses, etc.