About KIND
Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety.
Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.
Position Summary
KIND seeks a Philanthropy Officer to join a growing team of development professionals working directly with high-capacity donors and prospects to accomplish their giving objectives through major ($10K+ annually) and planned gifts. The Philanthropy Officer will build and maintain a portfolio and be responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, acknowledgment, and stewardship of donors with a history of or capacity for major gifts to KIND.
With forecasted revenue growth from individuals and increased recognition nationally and internationally, this position requires an individual who enjoys and is particularly skilled at interfacing with a high volume of donors, has the ambition to maximize untapped opportunities, and the ability to attract new supporters aligned to the organization's work and mission. The qualified individual will have a track record of managing a portfolio of donor relationships, be a self-starter, and be prepared to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. The SPO will be organized, analytical, entrepreneurial, collaborative and detail oriented. They must demonstrate a passion for fundraising.
Key measures of success for the position include increasing contributed income, growing an overall portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, and engaging personally with donors and prospects.
This position reports to the Senior Director, Individual Giving.
This is a remote position based from any location in the U.S.
This position is contingent upon continued funding..