PHILANTHROPY OFFICER - PLANNED GIVING

• Lead the growth and transformation of Grand Canyon Conservancy's Planned Giving programs, including developing and managing a comprehensive planned giving program.
• Manage a portfolio of planned and major giving donors (gifts of $25,000+), preparing at least 15 giving proposals annually and closing at least 75% of solicitations.
• Develop personalized donor cultivation strategies, conduct personal and virtual visits, and increase planned gift donor engagement.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external legal/financial professionals to promote and facilitate legacy giving.

This role directly supports the preservation and enhancement of Grand Canyon National Park by securing planned gifts that ensure long-term funding for conservation, education, and visitor programs, thereby inspiring generations of park champions.

• Bachelor's degree or significant professional experience in a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of fundraising experience, including working with and closing major and planned gifts.
• Knowledge of estate planning vehicles (bequests, beneficiary designations, CRTs, life insurance, etc.).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Remote, full-time exempt position with benefits. Salary not specified. Travel up to 25% for donor visits and events.

Grand Canyon Conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of Grand Canyon National Park, raising private funds, operating retail shops, and providing educational programs to inspire support for the park's natural and cultural wonder.