Discovery Gift Officer

The Discovery Gift Officer (DGO) reports to the Senior Giving Officer, New Philanthropy (SGONP), and is a member of the Frontline Fundraising Team. The Officer will engage prospects, donors, and other members of the community to help develop new major gift donors and support for the institution. The DGO will actively manage a donor portfolio, qualify new donors, make discovery calls, and build a pool comprised of new prospects and past donors, to develop support at the $2,500 - $25,000 level.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of individual fundraising experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to professionally and diplomatically communicate and interact with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities, and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Committed to success of the symphonic artform and able to communicate thoughtfully and enthusiastically about the work of the San Francisco Symphony
• Familiarity with and/or passion for orchestral music
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and donor database software
• Willing to attend concerts and events, regularly on nights and weekends
• Able to travel around the Bay Area and Northern California as needed