Houston, Texas
Posted: 25-Jan-26
Location: Phoenix, Arizona
Type: Full Time
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Internal Number: 988735
Position Summary
The Sr Development Officer is a seasoned major gifts fundraiser responsible for securing individual gifts with an emphasis on $25,000 and above. Success is achieved by building long term donor partnerships and demonstrating that all levels of philanthropic support are leveraged to realize maximum impact for Phoenix Children’s mission. The ideal candidate is energetic and enthusiastic, metrics-driven, and is comfortable working in a dynamic and fast paced environment
The Development Officer II identifies, develops, broadens, and maximizes philanthropic support from individual and business prospects to increase awareness and support of hospital programs, initiatives and goals through philanthropic giving. This position may have program management oversight and execution.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. (Required)
- Master’s degree in business or related field. (Preferred)
Experience
- 5 or more years of fundraising or sales experience. (Required)
- Demonstrated success in prospect identification and relationship development and/or new business development. (Required)
- Proven major gift or equivalent large sales process experience. (Required)
- Hospital or healthcare experience. (Preferred)
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge/Salesforce or similar industry based customer relationship management tools. (Preferred)
Certifications
- Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). (Preferred)
Special Skills
- Proven networking and connector skills. Enthusiastic, good humored, and energetic with a positive attitude and passion for building relationships. (Required)
- Goal oriented with a high level of maturity and personal integrity. (Required)
- Excellent written, verbal and listening skills alongside the ability to multi-task with keen attention to detail. (Required)
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software and CRM database. (Required)
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate occasional night and weekend activities. (Required)