Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Employment Information

FTE Position: Senior Major and Planned Gifts Officer

Position Overview

The Senior Major and Planned Gifts Officer is responsible for identifying, engaging, soliciting, and stewarding prospective donors for major and planned gifts to ensure a strong base of support for Southwest Initiative Foundation through growth in the unrestricted endowment, mission-driven field of interest endowments, donor-advised funds, and legacy gifts of all types.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to acquire and apply broad knowledge of fundraising practices and principles
• Excellent analytical, strategic planning, organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to travel regionally and throughout the country to identify, engage and solicit donor prospects
• Ability to thrive at working under pressure against deadlines and competing priorities
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative, team environment
• Ability to embrace change and look forward to the next challenge and opportunity
• Must embody a commitment to professionalism and excellence
• Must have passion for southwest Minnesota and an understanding of rural philanthropy and values
• Must embrace SWIF’s core values of Integrity, Ethical Behavior, Inclusiveness, Innovation, Creativity, and Progressiveness

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications or a related field with 8+ years experience developing tailored approaches and meaningful relationships that led to successful partnerships. A strong sales background as well as specific fundraising and planned giving experience will be considered.

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For more information, contact Vice President/COO Diana Anderson at dianaa@swifoundation.org, 800-594-9480 or 320-587-4848.

FTE Position:  Data and Information Specialist

Position Overview
The primary purpose of this position is to provide professional data processing, constituent management, and quality control in Pearl, our Microsoft Access based database system. We seek someone who is passionate about databases and enjoys the logic and problem solving that comes with mapping and working with raw data. The position also assists in implementing the overall goals and strategies of SWIF.

Education/Experience Requirements

Associate of Applied Science degree and three years professional experience with database software and extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, Access, Excel and Word. Prior customer service experience a plus. The ideal candidate will be personable, motivated, flexible under pressure, and highly organized. Accuracy and attention to detail are core skills as are critical thinking and problem solving abilities. Must have experience in developing, directing and managing multiple projects. Requires good overall communication skills, both verbal and written. Integrity and confidentially are essential.

Application deadline is Wednesday, December 14th. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and salary history to Nancy Fasching, Senior Administration & Grants Officer at nancyf@swifoundation.org.

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Volunteer Information

Although we do not currently have specific volunteer position openings, we encourage you to contact us if you are interested in volunteering for the Southwest Initiative Foundation. Please contact us at (800) 594-9480.