Orrgroup
Senior Director, Donor Engagement
Washington, DC or New York, NY (hybrid); US (remote) · Director
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
Project ManagementRecruitingLeadershipCommunicationMentoringPublic Speaking
About the role
- Orr Group believes that by working with leading and cutting-edge nonprofits, we can help solve the world's most pressing challenges. Through our embedded partnership model, Orr Group supplies the people, resources, and custom approaches to drive missions forward, making us more than just a consultancy. Our services include strategy development and
- implementation, fundraising and event planning, campaign assessment and execution, talent acquisition and management, planned giving expertise, and leadership development. For the last 30+ years, we have partnered with an incredibly diverse and influential assembly of clientele to assist in generating revenue and leveraging resources more effectively,
Responsibilities
- Each project at Orr Group is specially tailored and designed for the needs of that particular client.
- Generally, Senior Directors oversee project management, guide day-to-day account operations, drive teamwork strategies, and serve as the principal liaison with the client.
- They actively lead the work of the project as well as the data collection and analysis, report writing, and client presentations.
- In these roles, Senior Directors may also manage a donor portfolio directly and operate as a trusted member of the client's senior team from day one.
Requirements
- 10+ years of nonprofit sector experience with substantial depth in frontline fundraising (Major Gifts and Institutional Giving) and Development Leadership.
- Bachelor's degree required
- A strong understanding of the nonprofit sector, including fundraising best practices, donor trends, and relevant regulations
- Understanding of financial principles and ability to interpret financial data
- Ability to handle multiple clients and projects simultaneously
- 10+ years of nonprofit sector experience with substantial depth in frontline fundraising (Major Gifts and Institutional Giving) and Development Leadership. Experience in Planned Giving, Campaigns, and Board Development is a plus.
- Advanced fundraising acumen across the full donor lifecycle and range of gift types and sizes, from five-figure major gifts to complex six- and seven-figure principal and planned gifts, with demonstrated success engaging diverse donor types (individual, corporate, foundation, and institutional)
- Direct, frontline fundraising experience, personally identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and closing gifts, not solely overseeing others who do
- Demonstrated ability to step into leadership role and own a portfolio as a trusted member of a team
- Ability to develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors effectively
- Excellent verbal and written communication, including strong attention to detail and editing skills
- Strong facilitation skills
- Strong time/project management and organization skills and the ability to remain flexible and effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment; PMP certificate a plus
Nice to have
- This practice area's service offerings include frontline fundraising with individual and institutional giving, board transformation, and interim development leadership.
- They also assume a leadership and mentoring role within Orr Group.
- Depending on client needs, this position may require that up to 50% of time be spent on a client site.
- Candidates based in the Washington, DC or New York City areas are preferred.
- Experience in Planned Giving, Campaigns, and Board Development is a plus.
- CFRE, CSPG, CFM and other accreditations recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals or the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners a plus
- In-depth knowledge of board governance principles, best practices, and legal requirements preferred
Compensation
- Base salary starting at $140,000 annually and bonus potential up to $35,000 annually; subject to adjustment based on geolocation.
Benefits
- Base salary starting at $140,000 annually and bonus potential up to $35,000 annually; subject to adjustment based on geolocation.
- Because we strive for continued equity in our workplace, the salary for this role has been carefully crafted in alignment with the market.
- Comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision plans and 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid holidays, and generous paid time off.
Company info
- Orr Group believes that by working with leading and cutting-edge nonprofits, we can help solve the world's most pressing challenges. Through our embedded partnership model, Orr Group supplies the people, resources, and custom approaches to drive missions forward, making us more than just a consultancy. Our services include strategy development and implementation, fundraising and event planning, campaign assessment and execution, talent acquisition and management, planned giving expertise, and leadership development. For the last 30+ years, we have partnered with an incredibly diverse and influential assembly of clientele to assist in generating revenue and leveraging resources more effectively, remaining flexible and nimble to ideate solutions in an ever-changing nonprofit landscape.
- Visit our website at www.orrgroup.com to learn more about what we do and our impact on the sector.
- Position Summary
- Orr Group's services are split between four practice areas: Advisory Services, Capacity Building, Donor Engagement, and Talent Management. The Donor Engagement practice area works in service of development teams, embedding our talent into our partner organizations to drive revenue. This practice area's service offerings include frontline fundraising with individual and institutional giving, board transformation, and interim development leadership.
- Orr Group believes that by working with leading and cutting-edge nonprofits, we can help solve the world's most pressing challenges.
- Through our embedded partnership model, Orr Group supplies the people, resources, and custom approaches to drive missions forward, making us more than just a consultancy.
- Our services include strategy development and implementation, fundraising and event planning, campaign assessment and execution, talent acquisition and management, planned giving expertise, and leadership development.
- For the last 30+ years, we have partnered with an incredibly diverse and influential assembly of clientele to assist in generating revenue and leveraging resources more effectively, remaining flexible and nimble to ideate solutions in an ever-changing nonprofit landscape.
- We are committed to providing advancement opportunities for our employees where they can explore their talents, potential, aspirations, and dreams that will strengthen their personal growth and development.
Equal opportunity
- Orr Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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