Senior Philanthropy Officer

Organization Overview

UNICEF USA ('UUSA' or 'We') relentlessly pursues a more equitable world for every child, upholding the rights of all children and empowering every child, everywhere. We also support the fundamental belief that children should have a voice and role in shaping their futures and the futures of their communities.
Over eight decades, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has built an unprecedented global support system for the world's children, and has boldly taken on the biggest, seemingly impossible challenges facing children. UNICEF relentlessly works day in and day out to deliver the essentials that give every child an equitable chance in life: health care and immunizations, safe water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more. UNICEF USA advances the global mission of UNICEF by rallying the American public to support the world's most vulnerable children.
We know that sustainable change is attainable, but it can't be achieved alone. It takes a committed team - individuals, governments, corporations, volunteers and staff - who demonstrate a relentless commitment to working tirelessly, day in and day out in some of the toughest, hardest to reach places. Big problems need big solutions, and we harness our collective, global voice and energy to do more good, in more places for children. We will never stop supporting UNICEF to develop smarter, more cost-effective solutions; scaling up proven, data-driven programs; and harnessing new technologies to create measurable change for children.
UUSA is organized under the laws of New York State as a not-for-profit corporation. As such, UUSA is a tax-exempt organization as defined under Section 501C(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and is governed by an independent, non-salaried Board of Directors.

Position: Senior Philanthropy Officer

Location: New York / Hybrid

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary: The estimated salary for this position is $78,000-102,000. The midpoint for this salary grade is $102,000. Actual pay will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to relevant experience.

Position Description

Reporting to the Senior Director, New York (SDNY), the Senior Philanthropy Officer, New York (SPONY), will serve as a critical contributor to the fundraising success of New York. The SPONY seeks to build transformational philanthropic partnerships with high-net worth individuals to advance UNICEF's critical work for children.

Key Responsibilities/Outcomes (include but are not limited to):
? Manage a portfolio of 120 high-net worth donors and prospects in the New York market to generate significant support for UNICEF USA.
? Complete 83 face to face meetings annually with the goal of establishing and strengthening donor support.
? Responsible for meeting additional individual KPIs, which include the annual fundraising goal, multi-year commitments, meaningful interactions, integrated asks and asks at level.
? Create a goal for each donor based on the donor's history of giving and the organization's knowledge of that donor's potential.
? Develop and execute strategies for each portfolio donor with the goal of securing a new gift, gift renewal, or upgrade.
? Maintain accurate records of donor outreach and solicitation plans through regular upkeep of donor database.
? Update revenue pipeline on an ongoing basis.
? Solicit and secure gifts at the major gift level, including multi-year gifts. This will include identification, cultivation, and stewardship of high net-worth individuals, with a heavy focus on prospecting for new donors.
? Shape and edit donor correspondences such as letters, emails, funding proposals, and reports.
? Engage and cultivate donor support for annual fundraising events.
? Work collaboratively with the internal business units of UNICEF USA designed to assist the major giving program, e.g., special events, program services, communications, etc.
? Special projects and other responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications: ? 7-10 years of work experience, including in Major Gifts, and a proven track record of securing six-figure gifts. ? Must be a self-motivated professional with a proven success record in fundraising. ? Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, both written and verbal. ? Must possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, take initiative and be an enthusiastic team player. ? Must share a strong commitment to international humanitarian relief and passionately embrace the mission of UNICEF USA. ? Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and have experience using a fundraising database. ? Ability and willingness to travel in the interest of donor cultivation and stewardship, as needed. ? Must demonstrate UNICEF USA Core Values: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, and Service.

Must possess current and valid US Work Authorization and be eligible to work for any US employer without sponsorship.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. UNICEF USA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. UUSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at