Key Responsibilities

Donor Strategy & Portfolio Management

• Manage a portfolio of 500+ planned giving donors.
• Develop personalized engagement and fundraising strategies to align with donor values and philanthropic goals.
• Conduct in-person donor cultivation, including visits, events, and strategic outreach.
• Plan and host at least two Donor Appreciation Luncheons annually.

Planned Giving & Gift Development

• Identify and qualify new donors to grow the planned giving and outright gift pipeline.
• Promote giving vehicles such as bequests, charitable gift annuities, and charitable trusts.
• Collaborate with estate attorneys and financial advisors to fulfill donor intentions.
• Confirm new members of the Danny Thomas – St. Jude Society through timely and strategic follow-up.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Serve as the planned giving lead within your assigned area.
• Partner with internal teams to facilitate gifts and enhance high-value volunteer opportunities.
• Represent ALSAC/St. Jude at donor events, community engagements, and national conferences.
• Identify and lead initiatives that support ALSAC’s strategic fundraising goals.

Communication & Mission Alignment

• Communicate clearly and persuasively with donors and internal stakeholders.
• Stay informed on industry trends, tax considerations, and St. Jude’s mission and programs.
• Maintain cultural competency to engage donors of all backgrounds meaningfully.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fundraising, planned giving, or major gifts. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation and relationship management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel 50–70% of the time, including evenings and weekends; additional travel for conferences (10–25%).
• Experience with bequest and major gift fundraising.
• Strategic thinker and collaborative team player.
• Familiarity with planned giving tools and CRM systems.
• Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required for this role.

This position will be based at our Territory Office in Nashville, TN and will be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in fundraising, planned giving, or major gifts. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in donor cultivation and relationship management.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel 50–70% of the time, including evenings and weekends; additional travel for conferences (10–25%).
• Experience with bequest and major gift fundraising.
• Strategic thinker and collaborative team player.
• Familiarity with planned giving tools and CRM systems.
• Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required for this role.