Position Title: Senior Manager, Individual Philanthropy

Reports to: Director, Development

Classification: Full-time

Term: Ongoing

Compensation: $85,000 annually plus Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401k Matching, PTO, Paid Holidays, as well as organization-wide days of Collective Rest.

Location: Palm Springs

The Position

The Center is seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Manager, Individual Philanthropy to expand our individual giving programs. This role is responsible for building and managing a portfolio of donors, focusing on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual gifts. The Senior Manager will play a key role in growing The Ocotillo Club, enhancing our Legacy Giving program, and supporting fundraising events to strengthen donor engagement and community impact.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a low- to mid-level donor portfolio, building lasting relationships through personalized cultivation and stewardship.
• Design and implement strategies to increase individual giving, focusing on upgrading current donors and acquiring new supporters.
• Conduct donor research, prepare solicitation materials, and make direct solicitations in collaboration with the Director of Development and leadership.
• Drive growth and engagement within The Ocotillo Club, The Center’s premier giving society, by recruiting new members and deepening relationships with existing members.
• Assist with the planning and executing of donor appreciation and cultivation events to enhance the experience of Ocotillo Club members and major donors.
• Promote and expand Legacy Giving, educating donors about planned giving opportunities and helping them align their philanthropic goals with The Center’s mission.
• Work with estate planners, attorneys, and financial advisors to facilitate planned gifts.
• Steward existing legacy donors and ensure proper recognition and engagement.
• Support fundraising efforts for major events, including The Center Stage Gala, Red Dress Dress Red, donor receptions, and exclusive engagement opportunities.
• Collaborate with the events and communications teams to create meaningful experiences that inspire donor investment.
• Assist in securing sponsorships and underwriting to enhance event fundraising efforts.
• Develop and execute personalized stewardship plans to ensure long-term donor retention and increased giving.
• Create compelling impact reports, donor recognition materials, and updates that demonstrate the value of their contributions.
• Utilize donor database (CRM) to track relationships, record interactions, and analyze giving trends.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising with a focus on individual giving, donor relations, or major gifts.
• Proven track record of soliciting and securing individual gifts, with experience cultivating donors at all levels.
• Strong understanding of planned giving and ability to communicate its benefits to potential donors.
• Experience managing donor programs, exclusive giving societies, and fundraising events.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in donor database management (experience with CRM systems preferred).
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Passion for The Center’s mission and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community.

About the Organization

Vision:  Thriving lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people, living authentically in supportive inclusive communities. 

Mission:  Creating vibrant community by helping LGBTQ+ people along their way. 

Strategic Initiatives:   
Ending Isolation and Loneliness 

Connecting People to Services & Community 

Enriching Our Individual and Collective Experiences 

Values:                                  

Integrity: We do what’s right and stand by our values to support and provide assistance to our LGBTQ+ Community. 

Equity: Any and all are welcome at The Center for our community is of utmost priority, and we will provide assistance to whomever comes through our doors. 
Joy: Our community’s happiness is our happiness. We find joy in building the LGBTQ+ community up and we strive to deliver that joy in every aspect at The Center. 

Equal Opportunity:

The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, including those of color, women, non-binary, genderqueer, persons with disabilities, and persons who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or intersex are encouraged to apply. The Center maintains a policy of non-discrimination with respect to employees, volunteers, interns, and applicants. No aspect of employment will be influenced in any matter by actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability (including HIV or AIDS), medical/mental condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by statute; nor as to any individuals associating with an individual of any legally protected class.

To Apply:

To apply, please submit a cover letter outlining your interest and applicable skills along with a CV/resume to jobs@thecentercv.org.

No phone calls please. Posting will remain up until the position is filled.