Description
About the Role
Aloha United Way is seeking an experienced and passionate fundraising professional to lead our Major Gifts and Planned Giving efforts. This position is responsible for driving the strategic growth of three cornerstone programs: the Tocqueville Society (gifts of $10,000+ annually), the Leadership Giving Program ($1,000+ annually), and the nuenue Legacy Society (planned giving). This role is ideal for someone who is both a relationship builder and a strategic thinker, with a heart for community and a mind for results.
Key Responsibilities
The Major Gifts Officer will develop and execute strategies that deepen donor engagement, grow revenue, and elevate donor satisfaction. The ideal candidate brings an existing network of philanthropic relationships in Hawaii and is energized by the opportunity to expand AUW’s donor pipeline through authentic, mission-driven connections. Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) certification preferred or willing to attain.
Major Donor Program (Tocqueville Society)
Lead the planning, execution, and stewardship of the Tocqueville Society, including Fund-Raising, recognition strategies, and personalized engagement.
Provide timely, meaningful, and high-touch communications to ensure a premier philanthropic experience for each major donor.
Leadership Giving Program
Design and implement a sustainable strategy for engaging and upgrading leadership of donors at the $1,000+ level.
Partner with workplace giving and corporate teams to cultivate emerging philanthropic leaders through AUW’s annual campaigns and events.
Planned Giving (Nuenue Legacy Society)
Strengthen AUW’s planned giving program by educating internal stakeholders and external audiences on legacy giving options.
Cultivate relationships with prospective legacy donors and professional advisors to grow the legacy pipeline.
Donor Engagement & Operations
Develop donor-centric communications, event experiences, and stewardship tools that inspire increased giving and long-term commitment.
Maintain accurate donor data and reports in AUW’s CRM system to track pipeline progress, pledges, and outcomes.
Monitor campaign performance and provide timely reporting and analysis.
Team & Organizational Support
Collaborate across departments to support organizational fundraising strategies and ensure donor alignment with program priorities.
Represent AUW at donor events, community functions, and workplace campaigns as needed.
Participate in special projects, committees, and events to support AUW’s mission and strategic goals.
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
Skills & Attributes
Deep understanding of relationship-based fundraising strategies, donor journeys, and major/planned gift cultivation.
Self-starter with a growth mindset and commitment to continuous improvement.
Confident communicator with strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
Experience using fundraising CRM systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with discretion, professionalism, and urgency.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of successful fundraising experience in major gifts, planned giving, or nonprofit development.
Experience in Hawaii’s philanthropic community and/or corporate sector is strongly preferred.
CFRE certification preferred or willingness to attain.
Other Requirements
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Must be located in Hawaii.
A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance are required.
Must pass background and drug screening.
