Advancement Officer - Individual Giving (San Francisco Bay Area)
San Francisco Bay Area
Advancement – Advancement /
Full-time /
Remote
MLT is looking for an exceptional Advancement Officer - Individual Giving in the San Francisco Bay Area who will be responsible for deepening and increasing the impact of the overall engagement experience for a portfolio of high-level stakeholders. This exciting impact role systematizes MLT’s approach to engaging stakeholders across various areas of capital, connectivity, influence and advice. The Advancement Officer - Individual Giving will be an integral part of the fundraising efforts of the Development Department.
The MLT Advancement Officer:
- Manages a portfolio of existing and prospective donors and supporters, including both those where the Advancement Officer is the primary point of contact and those where the Advancement Officer acts as a support to another internal lead
- Takes a holistic approach to engagement that strategically leverages stakeholder time, treasure, and talents in ways that both meet MLT objectives and are of value to the stakeholder
- Represents MLT at West Coast donor networking opportunities to identify, cultivate, and solicit donor prospects
- Participates in identifying, qualifying, and cultivating a robust pipeline of prospective donors and stakeholders
- Develops thoughtful, tailored donor solicitation plans, communications, and materials, and makes donor solicitations
- Designs and drives customized engagement plans that align with MLT financial and other goals and deepen stakeholder involvement, enthusiasm, and long-term commitment
- Listens actively to understand the stakeholder’s perspective and engages in high-touch audience-centered communications to build meaningful and lasting stakeholder relationships
- Effectively and collaboratively project manages engagement strategies and donor solicitations, working in partnership with cross-functional teams
Required Competencies & Qualifications:
- 7+ years of professional experience
- Experience identifying and engaging high net worth individuals and senior executives
- Experience building, and generating revenue through, high touch, mutually beneficial relationships
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to effectively convey complex ideas clearly. Exceptional PowerPoint / slides skills a plus.
- Strong ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and communication, and to actively listen and incorporate inputs from multiple stakeholders
- Proactive and resourceful
- Comfort with CRM support systems, and willingness to learn and frequently use SalesForce specifically
- Strong project management skills. Experience with project management tools, such as Asana, a plus.
- MBA or other advanced degree a plus
- Deep commitment to racial equity and a passion for MLT’s mission and values
What We Offer
Inspiring Work
-Transform lives and contribute to a larger social cause
-Quickly see measurable impact from your work
-Make your mark during a critical growth phase for MLT
-Opportunity to work with the visionary leader, John Rice
Community
-Weekly virtual and in-person happy hours
-Employee Affinity Groups (EAGs)
Professional Development
-Regular skill-development seminars hosted by our industry-leading partners
-Regularly scheduled lunch-and-learns
Benefits Package
-Health and dental insurance
-Workplace flexibility
-Paid holidays
-Transit benefits
About Management Leadership For Tomorrow (MLT)
At Management Leadership for Tomorrow (MLT), our purpose is clear: we aim to advance racial equity by elevating economic and career paths for People of Color. Established in 2002, MLT is a national nonprofit committed to closing racial wealth gaps. We believe individuals of Black, Latine, and Native American (BLNA) descent should not only survive, but thrive. Spanning from college to senior-level positions, including C-suite and boards of directors, our comprehensive programs for BLNA talent have impacted over 10,000 people.
Today, we partner with over 200 notable organizations across a variety of fields including tech, finance, and education. With over two decades of experience in developing and implementing racial equity strategies, MLT provides organizations with a winning DEI playbook, strategies, and tactics. Our Racial Equity at Work Certification Programs set a clear standard and roadmap for companies that are committed to advancing Black and Hispanic Equity in their workplaces. Join us at MLT to reshape the corporate landscape, where your journey propels both personal growth and collective equity in our communities.
Commitment to Diversity
MLT embraces diversity and welcomes individuals from all walks of life. We strongly encourage People of Color (POC), LGBTQIA+ community members, and transgender/non-binary individuals to apply. Our organizational strength thrives on our differences, and we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, authentic workplace where everyone can flourish.
COVID Statement
MLT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, and to modeling the highest degree of health standards for our Fellows, our Partners, and the communities we serve. We expect all MLT employees and contractors to be fully vaccinated - including the booster regimen - against the coronavirus (COVID-19), in accordance with ADA accommodations. Visitors to MLT’s office in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) locations or remote work sites should also expect to comply with this requirement.
Please apply to a position with MLT ONLY if you are willing and able to prove that you are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, regardless of work location.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
We're an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
