Position: Donor Relations Specialist
Location: Divisional Headquarters, Community Relations & Development Department, 701 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia
Availability of Position: Immediate
Schedule: Full-Time 40 hrs/week
Reporting Relationship Director of Major Gifts
Salary and Grade: $62,000 to $65,000 per year depending on education and experience; 13, Exempt
The Salvation Army is hiring and offers truly excellent benefit package to eligible employees including:
Description of Position The Donor Relations Specialist (DRS) will lead the design and implementation of a strong Mid-Level donor relations program for the EPA/Delaware Division with a special emphasis on geographical areas served by Service Extension Units. This role will develop a comprehensive action plan in managing their Mid-Level donor portfolio to identify and qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors who are defined as Mid-Level with a goal of retaining and upgrading their gifts as well as consideration of transitioning donors to Major Gifts or Gift Planning portfolios. This position will also work in tandem with the THQ direct mail and marketing program and database to determine a strategic plan of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts for Mid-Level donors identified through those channels. There is a working relationship with the THQ Associate Director of Major Gifts who provides strategic oversight and support on portfolio management and goal setting. This will involve engagement by strategic communications through all mediums and personalization of outreach, including virtual or in-person donor visits as needed. This position will determine appropriate and meaningful Mid-Level donor annual fundraising and marketing strategies and will work collaboratively with territorial, divisional, and local marketing leadership to ensure that The Salvation Army’s mission and fundraising objectives are met and/or exceeded. Direct marketing practices will be leveraged with major and gift planning components and approaches as an enhanced form of direct marketing to raise revenue but to also cultivate and nurture strong bonds and relationships with The Salvation Army.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university or related work experience or specialized training in Fundraising Management. 2-4 years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, management or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must be extremely organized and able to manage a busy schedule of stewardship activities in a timely manner. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, as well as experience with donor tracking and/or database software required. Knowledge of CRM, Salesforce, software is preferable (otherwise must be trained). Must have very strong analytical skills, able to analyze data and develop targeted fundraising strategies to segmented groups based on research. Enthusiastic collaboration with multiple fundraisers and teammates is essential. Must have strong communications skills, willingness to travel regularly, and a valid Driver’s License and access to a vehicle required. Child Protection Clearances PA Act 153 requires that all prospective employees complete the following clearance and background checks prior to employment: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record/Fingerprint Check. Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 along with renewals every five years. Must have an understanding of and support for the Mission of The Salvation Army.
Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.
External candidates interested in this position please apply online at http://careers.salvationarmy.org.
Internal candidates interested in applying for this position please apply at http://internal-usesalvationarmy.icims.com.
No phone calls please.
Released by the Divisional Human Resources Department on 9/4/2026
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church.
Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ
and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
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We fight with love.
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, our ministry is motivated by the love of God, and our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ as we meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Every program we offer is rooted in our passion to serve God by serving the lost, the vulnerable, the needy, the poor, the hurting, the helpless, and the hopeless.
Material and spiritual support is our standard - social services delivered with compassion is our model - anyone in need is our prerequisite. Eighty-two cents of every dollar we raise supports our various programs. We are a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, and contributions are deductible for Federal Income Tax Purposes to the extent permitted under Section 170(b)(2) for corporations.
