Summit, New Jersey
Posted: 13-Jun-26
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 1019172
Position Summary
The Development Officer II is a seasoned major gifts fundraiser responsible for securing individual gifts with an emphasis on $50,000 and above. Success is achieved by building long term donor partnerships and demonstrating that all levels of philanthropic support are leveraged to realize maximum impact for Phoenix Children’s mission. The ideal candidate is energetic and enthusiastic, pleasantly persistent, metrics-driven, and is comfortable working in a dynamic and fast paced environment. Comfortable working in a portfolio that spans a range of engagement levels, and the role emphasizes thoughtful outreach to build or strengthen ongoing dialogue over time.
The Sr Development Officer identifies, develops, broadens, and maximizes philanthropic support from individual and business prospects to increase awareness and support of hospital programs, initiatives and goals through philanthropic giving. This position may have program management oversight, and assists with mentoring team members and colleagues.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. (Required)
- Master’s degree in business or related field. (Preferred)
Experience
- 7 or more years of fundraising or sales experience. (Required)
- Demonstrated success in prospect identification and relationship development and/or new business development. (Required)
- Proven major gift or equivalent large sales process experience. (Required)
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge/Salesforce or similar industry based customer relationship management tools. (Preferred)
- Hospital or healthcare experience. (Preferred)
Certifications
- Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) Certification (Preferred)
Special Skills
- Proven networking and connector skills. Enthusiastic, good humored, and energetic with a positive attitude and passion for building relationships. (Required)
- Goal oriented with a high level of maturity and personal integrity. (Required)
- Ability to multi-task with keen attention to detail. (Required)
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software and CRM database. (Required)
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate occasional night and weekend activities. (Required)