Fundraising Professional

Company: RCIL
Location: Utica
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Hourly wage: $33.19 - $35.71 ($60,405.80 - $65,000 a year) Purpose: The Fundraising Professional is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to secure financial support for the organization’s mission. This role focuses on donor engagement, cultivation of philanthropic partnerships, and the strategic oversight of fundraising events and campaigns to meet development goals. The position includes ensuring alignment between fundraising, branding, and outreach strategies. Job Duties: Develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate sponsorships, foundation support, events, and digital fundraising. Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual, corporate, and foundation donors. Collaborate with leadership to set clear, measurable fundraising goals aligned with organizational objectives and growth targets. Create donor engagement plans and communication strategies to build long-term relationships. Identify new and innovative revenue streams and donor engagement tactics to diversify funding sources. Create targeted campaigns and appeals tailored to different donor segments, including individual, corporate, and institutional donors. Work closely with program and finance teams to align fundraising messages with programmatic impact and to ensure compliance with funder expectations. Design, lead, and oversee the strategic planning and execution of key fundraising initiatives, including high-profile events such as galas, donor stewardship experiences, and digital fundraising campaigns. Collaborate with marketing staff to produce fundraising materials. (e.g., appeal letters, newsletters, social media content) Education: Advance degree preferred. Bachelor’s degree in public relations, marketing, business administration, nonprofit management, philanthropy or a related field required. Proof of degree required. Experience: A minimum of two years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or related fields. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong interpersonal communication skills and proven relationship building ability. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. Strong writing and communication skills for donor correspondence and proposal writing. Ability to conduct needs assessment and ability to coordinate projects. Strong collaboration skills with diverse stakeholders. Ability to effectively communicate key data and develop presentations. Excellent attention to detail, organizational and computer skills. Strong knowledge of fundraising principles, donor engagement strategies, and giving trends. Proven ability to plan fundraising events from concept to execution. Benefits: PTO – vacation (16-24 days a year based on longevity) Sick leave 12 days a year, and 13 paid holidays. Ability to work a 4-day schedule after 6 months on the job. Multiple work schedules available. Wellness program with the ability to earn an additional 3 PTO days a year. 401K with up to 10% employer investment. Heavily subsidized Health Insurance with co-pays. Vision and Dental insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts-Medical and Dependent Care. Monthly contribution towards dependent care. (to offset childcare costs) Company paid Life Insurance and Identity theft protection. (LifeLock) Employee Assistance Program. Family Medical Leave, Paid Family Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Bone Marrow and Blood Donation Leave, Voting Time Leave, Election Leave, and Leaves for Crime Victims and Domestic Violence Victims. Employees may be eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program to have student loans forgiven. Free covered parking. Additional benefits available. Travel Required: Minimal Location : Utica, NY RCIL is a civil rights organization that offers individuals with disabilities a wide range of independent living and advocacy services through the numerous programs we manage. RCIL is an equal opportunity employer, and it is the policy of RCIL not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion or veteran status.

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