Philanthropy Officer

Philanthropy Officer

The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a full time Philanthropy Officer to work at our South Mountain Campus Monday – Friday. Join the team at Arizona Humane Society as a strategic, relationship-driven fundraiser who inspires donors and prospects to advance our lifesaving mission while achieving ambitious annual fundraising goals. As the largest local, non-municipal animal welfare organization in the United States, we are entering an exciting chapter with our bold 10-Year Vision Roadmap for pets and the people who love them. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in our continued growth and make a meaningful impact on the animals we serve every single day.

Work-Life Balance (Flexible Schedule and Hybrid/Remote days available)

By joining our team, we offer you the ability to work from home occasionally as well as create a schedule that meets your needs, giving you time to enjoy life outside of work!

Supporting Your Growth

Investing in our staff is important to us! We will listen to your needs to help ensure your success and continued growth. We are a large, non-profit organization with growth opportunities as well.

Paws Up For Great Benefits!

• Competitive salary
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!
• Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks!

A Day in the Life:

As a Philanthropy Officer at the Arizona Humane Society, your day centers on building meaningful relationships that fuel our lifesaving mission. You'll manage a portfolio of approximately 200 donors and prospects, securing gifts ranging from $2,500 to $25,000 while identifying new supporters and growing engagement in the President's Club annual giving society. Through personalized outreach, strategic gift planning, and participation in cultivation events, you'll connect donors directly to programs and initiatives that align with their passions and our bold future vision.

You'll also lead the Circle of Friends spay/neuter annual fundraising campaign developing strategy, crafting compelling messaging, coordinating committee efforts, and tracking results. From writing thoughtful thank-you notes and impact updates to making stewardship calls and managing donor recognition, you'll ensure every supporter feels informed, appreciated, and inspired. This role is designed for a goal-oriented relationship builder ready to meet and exceed annual fundraising targets while making a lasting impact for pets and the people who love them.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree or CFRE certification a plus, AND a minimum of 5 years of experience on a non-profit development team; OR any equivalent combination of sales experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Proficiency infundraising database software required as well as proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook; able to learn other software programs as necessary.
• Able to speak, read, write and understand English.
• Valid AZ Driver's License and Insurance.
• Proven success identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual gifts at the four- and five-figure level.
• Strong relationship-building skills with experience engaging internal and external stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of donor cultivation and solicitation strategies and best practices.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and collaborative, able to work both independently and cross-functionally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a flexible, solutions-oriented "can-do" attitude.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. There may be occasional wet floors, animal noises, odors, and dander. Most time will be spent in a typical air conditioned and heated office environment.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands and fingers to type and vector, handle objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information

The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program.

Ready to Join our team and make a difference every day?

Explore all of our current career opportunities here: Careers - Arizona Humane Society

Pre-employment background check is required.