Salary: $60,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Donor Relations Officer

Team: Development

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Reports To: Director of Development

Direct Reports: None

Effective Date: September 1, 2026

Position Summary

A Donor Relations Officer fundraises for Oliver Gospel by compiling, managing, and cultivating a portfolio of major donors. They maintain curated annual giving plans with detailed profiles for each portfolio donor to strategically increase their annual giving with compelling offers and a personalized

relationship with the mission.

This is a fully remote position. Employees are expected to maintain a professional home office environment that supports productivity, confidentiality, and reliable communication. While the position is primarily remote, occasional on-site attendance at Oliver Gospel locations. Meetings, donor events, training, and organizational activities are required based on business needs.

Position Qualifications

For Employment with Oliver Gospel Mission

Ability to work successfully in a fully remote environment with minimal supervision
Access to reliable high-speed internet and professional, distraction-free home workspace
Ability to attend occasional on-site meetings, events, training, and Mission activities as required
Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect organizational information while working remotely
Valid South Carolina driver’s license

For the Donor Relations Officer

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in a related field
Experience in customer service, college admissions, sales, or nonprofit fundraising
Experience in public speaking
Knowledge of customer relationship management software and data management software
Knowledge of PC-based software and Microsoft suite products

Position Responsibilities

Identify, cultivate, and steward major donor relationships
Compile and manage a qualified portfolio of major donors to increase their financial contributions to Oliver Gospel Mission
Create and maintain detailed portfolio donor profiles with biographical information acquired through strategic conversations and online research
Develop curated annual giving goals for each portfolio donor based on historical giving behavior, donor type, wealth, age, known assets, and outside philanthropy data
Maintain regular contact with portfolio donors through personal visits, breakfast/lunch meetings, calls, emails, texts, handwritten notes, and more
Capture detailed communications notes with donors in the donor database system
Identify unique funding opportunities within organizational budgets and develop compelling offers, proposals, and presentations to solicit donations to fund designated needs
Develop and implement effective strategies for engaging major donors and increasing their monetary value to the mission
Engage in seasonal fundraising campaigns targeting various segments of donors within Oliver Gospel’s donor file to achieve campaign goals
Provide the supervisor with donor information, reports, and analytics as needed
Conduct educational and informative presentations and tours
Represent Oliver Gospel at community or partner events
Generate large sponsorships and donations for special events
Respond to donor questions, problems, or grievances
Perform other duties as assigned

Remote Work Responsibilities

Maintain regular business hours and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Utilize Microsoft Teams, email, phone, and other approved communication platforms to collaborate effectively with staff.
Attend virtual meetings and report to Oliver Gospel Mission locations for meetings, events, trainings, or other business needs when requested.
Maintain a secure and professional remote work environment that protects confidential information.
Ensure reliable internet connectivity and technology necessary to perform assigned job duties.
Communicate proactively with the Director of Development regarding work progress, availability, and any issues that may impact productivity.

Core Competencies

Excellent relational, written, and oral communication skills
Strong organizational and research skills
Flexibility and adaptability
Strong public speaking skills, ability to engage and persuade others
Excellent attention to detail
Creative self-starter, confident, and professional
Integrity in dealing with people, finances, and confidential information
Servant attitude

Mental and Physical Demands

Ability to work in a changing, growth-oriented environment
Ability to concentrate and apply mental processes
Ability to build relationships and rapport with donors
Ability to respond appropriately to stressful situations
Ability to work with disruptions, critical issues and emotional individuals
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to move seamlessly from one task to another
Ability to participate in travel experiences
Ability to effectively perform job duties from a remote work environment using organization approved technology and communication platforms
Ability to move about inside the facility to engage employees, residents and/or guests
Ability to operate a computer, phone, and other office equipment 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.

Donor Relations Officer

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