Principal Gift Officer; PGO

Overview

Position
:
Principal Gift Officer (PGO)

Position location
:
Irving, Texas (TX)

Council website
: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./careers

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• Develop and implement strategies to secure gifts of $10 million and above from UHNWIs.
• Manage a portfolio of 20-30 high-capacity donors and prospects, ensuring sustained engagement and cultivation of long-term relationships.
• Lead all aspects of the gift cycle, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects, working in close coordination with senior leadership and volunteers.
• Work with leadership to match donor interests with organizational priorities and develop highly personalized solicitation strategies for each prospect.
• When the organization is in a comprehensive campaign, assist in securing regional leadership and principal gifts from UHNWIs for the campaign.
• Collaborate across departments to create compelling proposals and presentations for principal gift solicitations.
• Develop multi-year engagement plans for key donors, ensuring consistent and meaningful communication and interaction.
• Monitor and track donor progress, ensuring timely follow-up and reporting on relationship status.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership and board members on key donor relationships and philanthropic opportunities.
• Ensure donor recognition and stewardship plans are executed effectively to retain and grow donor commitment.
• Stay informed about trends in philanthropy, particularly within the ultra-high-net-worth segment, and adjust strategies as needed.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on principal gifts and working with UHNWIs.
• Proven track record of securing gifts of $5 million or more.
• Experience managing a high-value donor portfolio and executing personalized donor engagement strategies.
• Must pass a criminal history background check.
• Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Certification in Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) or equivalent preferred.

• Experience working within youth-serving organizations or nonprofits with missions aligned to Scouting.
• Experience leading and advising cross-functional teams on fundraising strategies.
• Experience working in a large, complex nonprofit organization.

Any work-related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above-specified education and experience requirements.

Scouting America is an equal-opportunity employer. Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death, and a Match Savings plan. We also offer a generous PTO policy and Scouting America holiday observances.

Since 1910, Scouting America has encouraged personal growth by teaching youth how to set goals and achieve them with determination. Scouting America promotes a culture where youth, volunteers, and employees feel a sense of belonging—where every person feels respected and valued. We welcome families of all backgrounds to help prepare young people to serve as successful members and leaders of our nation’s diverse communities.

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