Why Planned Parenthood?

Working at Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky is more than a job. It provides the opportunity to contribute to our powerful mission and perform meaningful work.

In healthcare services, this means a commitment to providing the absolute best in patient care and education. Our exceptional health center staff drives our mission forward by upholding our acclaimed customer service & confidentiality standards, and working to create a safe, judgement-free space for anyone seeking Planned Parenthood services.

As an organization, we are focused on equity, diversity, and inclusion. Specifically, we recognize that profound racism impacts the education, health, and wellbeing of people in our communities, and we are actively working to address all forms of oppression. People of color are strongly urged to apply.

About our Philanthropy Officer position

The Philanthropy Officer, Anchorage plays a pivotal role in securing essential funding for Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky (PPGNHAIK) by developing and nurturing relationships with major donors and prospects. This position is responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donations to support PPGNHAIK's mission and programs, and our sister organization Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates (C4).
What will you be doing!
Manage and Grow a Donor Portfolio: Oversee a portfolio of 100-150 managed donors, with giving levels typically ranging from $1,000 - $10,000. Build personalized cultivation plans for each donor, ensuring consistent and meaningful communication to strengthen relationships and encourage philanthropy.
Gift Solicitation and Stewardship: Develop and implement tailored strategies to solicit gifts and express gratitude in creative and impactful ways. Ensure donors feel valued, informed, and engaged with PPGNHAIK’s mission and impact.
Collaborative Prospect Identification: Work closely with the Annual Giving Programs Officer and Planned Giving Officer to identify new major donor prospects and build a sustainable pipeline for major and legacy gifts.
Fundraising Events and Engagement: Play an active role in organizing and participating in fundraising events, community engagement activities, and third-party fundraising events. Ensure PPGNHAIK’s presence is impactful and fosters a sense of community and connection.
Leadership and Strategy for State-Based Cohorts: Take an active role in PPGNHAIK’s state-based cohort - a team of volunteers and staff working together to support local fundraising efforts and community engagement.
External Representation and Advocacy: Represent PPGNHAIK at external events and meetings when appropriate, acting as an ambassador for the organization. Stay informed on current local and national issues related to PPGNHAIK’s mission to speak knowledgeably on behalf of the organization.
Data and Progress Tracking: Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and progress toward goals in the department's database. Monitor and report on key performance metrics in alignment with team standards.
Collaboration with Team Members: Collaborate with internal teams, including the Annual Giving Programs Officer and Planned Giving Officer, to identify and engage new managed donors and legacy gift prospects.
Continuous Learning: Participate in relevant training and meetings to enhance job knowledge and stay informed about trends in philanthropy, major giving, and nonprofit fundraising.

Additional Responsibilities:
Other duties as assigned to support the growth and success of PPGNHAIK’s fundraising initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree or higher preferred.

2-3 years’ experience working as a frontline, major gifts fundraiser (including some major donor cultivation and solicitation) in a professional nonprofit fundraising environment.

Experience driving a metrics-based approach to fundraising.

Preferred Qualifications:
Strong relationship building skills and entrepreneurial drive.

Strong interpersonal, written and personal communication skills; ability to collaborate effectively with culturally diverse staff across departments and throughout the organization.

Ability to utilize fundraising databases; Raiser's Edge experience preferred.

Ability to assess priorities and manage a variety of competing tasks in a time-sensitive environment and to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality.

Ability to travel within the state and occasional travel to other states required.

Ability to work occasional nights and weekends.

CFRE or equivalent credentials a plus.

Salary Range:
$74,256 - $137,904

Position Type:
Full-time

Benefits Eligibility:
This position is eligible for PPGNHAIK benefits. As part of our total compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short and long-term disability and life insurance. For additional information about our benefits program, please send an email to hre.contacts@ppgnhaik.org.

Other Information:
All of our employees must present proof of receiving a current flu shot and two doses of the Covid-19 vaccination prior to their first day of employment.
What we expect from you.

That you adhere to our code of conduct, policies, procedures and protocols.
That you always demonstrate a high degree of professionalism.
That you take action to support our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
That you always support and model our customer service standards.
That you value continuous learning and seek ongoing training and development.

Our commitment to diversity:
At PPGNHAIK, we’ve outlined our priorities and goals as we continue to cultivate and promote a diverse, equitable, & inclusive culture that champions dignity, care, and respect, and where employees feel welcomed and motivated to do their best. These priorities reflect our promise to support programs and initiatives that promote continuous learning and organizational development and discussions on DEI topics; provide internal developmental opportunities; and assess what more we can do to nurture a supportive and equitable work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity
PPGNHAIK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity will be provided to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, protected veteran status, marital status, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

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