Description

YWCA Missoula | Full-Time | Exempt

About the Role

YWCA Missoula is seeking a Senior Philanthropy Officer to lead our major and principal gifts program. This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of high-capacity donors, building strong relationships, and securing transformational gifts that support survivors of domestic and sexual violence, human trafficking, and families in crisis.

The Senior Philanthropy Officer works closely with the Development Director, Executive Director, and Board to advance fundraising strategy and deepen donor engagement.

 
Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow a portfolio of major and principal gift donors 
Cultivate, solicit, and steward high-capacity philanthropic relationships 
Develop individualized donor engagement and solicitation strategies 
Partner with leadership and board members on donor strategy and outreach 
Represent YWCA Missoula at donor meetings, events, and community engagements 
Support signature fundraising events and donor cultivation experiences 

Preferred

Experience working with boards and volunteer fundraisers 
Background in nonprofit human services or advocacy organizations 

Requirements

Qualifications

5+ years of successful major gifts or capital campaign fundraising experience 
Demonstrated success securing significant philanthropic gifts 
Strong relationship-building and communication skills 
Ability to work independently and manage a donor portfolio 
Commitment to YWCA’s mission and values 

Preferred

Experience working with boards and volunteer fundraisers 
Background in nonprofit human services or advocacy organizations 

Submit resume and cover letter to: Julie Maturen at jmaturen@ywcaofmissoula.org