Major Gifts Officer
Hybrid (Boston, MA)$95k - $110kFull Time - Non-UnionPosted 1w ago
About the role
The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) manages a portfolio of 100–125 prospects and donors capable of $10,000+ gifts, cultivates relationships, and closes major gifts to support Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (PPLM) and the Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund of Massachusetts (PPAF). Hybrid, full-time position based in Boston, MA.
Responsibilities
- Manage, qualify, and steward an active portfolio of 100–125 major gift prospects and donors ($10,000+)
- Conduct regular donor meetings and achieve monthly in-person visit, solicitation, and annual revenue goals
- Guide donors through complex decision-making processes with responsiveness, sound judgment, and strategic messaging
- Partner with the director of major gifts and director of development operations to identify, research, and qualify new major gift prospects
- Work with annual giving and development operations teams to ensure smooth donor transitions through the giving continuum and strengthen the overall funding pipeline
- Partner with the manager of donor engagement to plan and execute strategic cultivation events and touchpoints for high-value prospects
- Prepare the CEO, CDO, and senior leadership for donor interactions with pre-meeting briefings and post-meeting follow-ups
- Draft personalized communications, proposals, and stewardship updates
- Maintain accurate donor strategies and moves management in the CRM
- Attend and work occasional evenings/weekend events/committee meetings
- Other tasks as needed
Qualifications
- 3+ years of fundraising experience, including 2+ years of major gifts (portfolio management and solicitation)
- Proven success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts of $10,000+
- Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred (or equivalent fundraising experience)
- Commitment to PPLM and PPAF’s mission of reproductive health, rights, and advocacy
- Working knowledge of planned giving concepts and vehicles
- Proficiency with fundraising CRMs (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce)
- Exceptional written, oral, and presentation skills for high-level donors
- Strong discretion and ethics in handling confidential donor information
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
Skills
Required:Major gifts fundraisingDonor communications
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Commuter Benefits
- Mission-driven workplace valuing equity, inclusion, and belonging
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
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