Manager, Major Gifts - Northwest Office

At Mercy Housing, we are on a mission to redefine affordable, low-income housing and create a more humane world where communities thrive, and all individuals can realize their full potential. As the largest nonprofit affordable housing provider in the nation, we build, preserve, and manage program-enriched housing across the country.We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manager of Major Gifts to join our team. This role is essential in managing a portfolio of major and planned gift prospects, developing long-term donor relationships, and supporting our philanthropic goals for the Northwest region. As part of the organization's Major Gifts team, you will collaborate with regional colleagues, share best practices, and work in a matrixed environment.We encourage candidates with lived experience to apply. This position is hybrid eligible.Pay : $90,000-110,000/salary DOE15 days of earned PTO your first year, 12 company holidays + 2 floating holidays.Early close Fridays - 3 paid hours off early each Friday.Health, dental (adult and child orthodontia included), vision, and pet insurance.Employer paid life insurance.403b + match, paid volunteer time, and more.Key Responsibilities:Build and maintain a pipeline of major gift prospects, managing the full donor relationship lifecycle from identification through solicitation and stewardship.Engage donors and prospects through personalized communication, events, and face-to-face meetings.Collaborate with the philanthropy team, volunteers, and the Philanthropy Committee to strategize and execute cultivation and solicitation activities.Utilize research tools to assess donor interest and giving potential, integrating these insights into personalized donor strategies.Maintain and manage financial data and donor information using Raiser’s Edge.Develop and achieve annual revenue goals in collaboration with your supervisor.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.Minimum of five (5) years of experience in major gift fundraising and donor development.Proven success in managing volunteer leadership and fundraising efforts.Strong proficiency in MS Office, Raiser’s Edge, and donor research tools.Preferred Qualifications:Experience in planned giving and capital campaigns.Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge database management.Demonstrated commitment to racial equity, diversity, and inclusion.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage high-net-worth donors.Independent problem-solving, creativity, and initiative.Hybrid work schedule available.Ability to occasionally navigate construction sites and manage moderate physical activity.We are committed to fostering an inclusive and mission-driven culture. Join us in our mission to make a difference!

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