Major Gift Officer

REST has an opportunity for a mission-driven, people-first, team player to join us in creating pathways to freedom, safety, and hope for survivors of sex trafficking through our Development Team.

REST is a Seattle-area non-profit that is dedicated to providing services designed specifically for sex trafficking survivors. Through our programs, we provide unconditional care, seeking to walk alongside survivors no matter where they are in their healing journey. We believe that everyone deserves to be loved, and everyone deserves a life free from exploitation.This belief, rooted in the inherent dignity of every person, guides us. It motivates us to do what it takes to unlock doors to freedom.

Learn more about our programs and services at www.iwantrest.com.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

REST is seeking a full time Major Gift Officer to advance our fundraising and development efforts. This role is central to our mission, cultivating, stewarding, and soliciting a portfolio of 150 major donors through personalized prospecting, communications, and meetings. Your work will include strategizing with the Director of Development, crafting compelling proposals, representing REST across various platforms and events, and securing five- and six-figure major gifts, with the overall goal of expanding pathways to freedom, safety, and hope in order to end sex trafficking.

If you are a person who is passionate about involving the community in the fight against sex trafficking, who is passionate about sharing REST’s mission with people through exceptional revenue driving events, and who can help us foster and maintain a culture based on respect and excellence, we invite you to consider REST and apply.

WHAT YOU BRING

At a minimum:

• You are motivated and inspired by our mission (learn more at www.iwantrest.com).

• You have 7+ years of experience in meaningful and memorable donor cultivation and fundraising, with proven expertise in cultivating relationships and securing major gifts with multi-year commitments.

• You have proven confidence and success in project and relationship management, as well as a passion for philanthropy

• You have exceptional organizational and planning skills and attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple tasks adaptively amidst change, work independently, and set and track progress toward goals.

• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional image, with the ability to effectively communicate the impact of investing in our community.

• You have a highly motivated, self-starting, and results-driven approach.

• You possess a strong work ethic, have confidence, take initiative and be an enthusiastic team player.

• You are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, and have experience using CRMs.

• You have a Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent of education and experience.

• You are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and a passion for social justice.

• You are able to work in harmony with our Statement of Faith.

The most successful candidates also bring the following qualities and experience:

• You are curious about what motivates people to engage with our mission and enjoy interfacing with both businesses and donors through events, email, phone, and one-to-one meetings.

• You have strong team building skills; ability to work well with staff in all departments and with diverse groups.

• You use both strategic and critical thinking to plan for the future and to solve for here and now issues.

• You are a strong, effective communicator who uses tact, diplomacy and clarity in your words and actions.

• You understand that the culture of the organization must be healthy and vibrant for us to be successful in delivering our services; you have fostered and sustained a healthy workplace.

• You are passionate and experienced in achieving organizational goals both as an individual and as a team.

• You have a desire for career growth within fundraising/development at REST.

Why REST?

REST has an ambitious mission. We exist to expand pathways to freedom, safety, and hope in order to end sex trafficking. We are serious about what we do, and we believe that our client’s deserve the best in our care and support.

You would be joining a team of strong, skilled professionals who want to see excellent outcomes for those we serve. We have a diverse workforce, flexible work environment, and a generous benefits package. Our employees enjoy up to 15 days (120 hours) accrued vacation, 10 days accrued sick time, 12 paid holidays, 100% employer paid medical/dental/vision premiums for employee, one paid mental health hour each week, and a 403b retirement plan.

The base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $90,000.00, with the possibility of yearly bonus incentive based on exceeding performance expectations.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. As a Christian organization, this position must work in harmony with the organization’s statement of faith and support the spiritual health of the organization. REST is committed to building a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage survivors of sexual exploitation and people of color to apply.

We encourage applicants to submit their materials early to ensure consideration for the position. There will be a multi-round interview process to allow you to get to know REST and the opportunity and for us to learn about your skills and experience.

SCHEDULE

This exempt position typically works 40 hours per week, requiring flexible hours and some evenings and weekends, dependent upon events and donor meetings.

LOCATION

Hybrid in WA, with attendance at events and some donor meetings in Seattle required.

JOB CONDITIONS

The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Processes may change based on changing needs of the organization, new technology, or new ideas for efficiency. Position operates as part of a team and engages in on-site and remote work that may require time spent sitting, standing, walking up and down stairs, driving, transporting items. Position works under occasional time constraints to meet objectives, and performs computer work, including using a keyboard, looking at a screen, using the internet, email, phone, and video conferencing.