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Position Summary The Director ofDevelopment I reports to the Territory Executive Director and isresponsible for fundraising as a generalist on behalf of theuniversity in support of key priorities. The role will be assignedto a Territory based on prospect population coverage needs withtravel expectations of 30% - 35% of the time.
Job Description Primary Duties &amp; Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Focus on acquisition, retention, and reacquisition of prospects($250,000+) in the assigned region with a primary focus onunrestricted giving.&nbsp;Qualify and cultivate donors with thegoal of increasing the donor’s support to major gift levels.</li>
<li>Work closely with all levels of development officers in theTerritory to ensure short and long-term fundraising success. Workclosely with subject matter experts in the Philanthropic StrategyVertical to meet the fundraising priorities of the Danforth Campusschools, programs, university priorities, university initiativesand Principal Gifts team to identify, cultivate, solicit, close,and steward principal gift prospects.</li>
<li>Help to create and foster a culture of collaboration andteamwork that celebrates outcomes, builds individual and teamcapacity, and ensures that WashU UA is a preferredworkplace.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Master’s degree.</li>
<li>Experience soliciting gifts of $250,000 or more.</li>
<li>Seven to eight years of related experience.</li>
<li>Ability to think strategically and analytically as well as planand implement effectively.</li>
<li>Demonstrated interest in meeting people; strong desire toinitiate contact with and develop relationships with prospects anddonors.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success as a team member who can also workindependently.</li>
<li>Capacity to complete a large amount of work in a short timeframe, given the pace of annual giving work.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively within a complex organizationacross multiple units dealing with diverse constituents (schooldeans, administrators, alumni, students, university-wideadvancement staff and key volunteers) toward development objectivesand building effective working relationships.</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills executed in atimely fashion.</li>
<li>Ability to handle multiple projects effectively; a highlyorganized work style is essential.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively utilize computer and databasetechnology; experience with Excel and/or Salesforce.</li>
<li>Attention to detail, highly motivated, organized, positive, andenergetic.</li>
<li>Flexibility to adapt during a time of organizationalchange.</li>
<li>Interest in giving and receiving feedback for professionalgrowth.</li>
</ul>
Required Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree.</li>
<li>Seven years related experience.</li>
</ul>

Director of Development I

&nbsp;Climate Covenant&nbsp; Job Title: DevelopmentDirector,
Full Time Location: Washington, D.C. (preferred) or Remote
Supervisor: Executive Director
Estimated Travel: 15-20% Catholic Climate Covenant inspires andequips people and institutions to care for creation and care forthe poor. Through our 20 national partners, we guide the U.S.Catholic Church's response to climate change through education,advocacy, and organizing.
Websites: <a href="http://www.catholicclimatecovenant.org" target="_blank">www.catholicclimatecovenant.org</a>, <a href="http://www.godsplanet.us,and" target="_blank">www.godsplanet.us,and</a> <a href="http://www.catholicenergies.org" target="_blank">www.catholicenergies.org</a>
Job Description The Development Director coordinates activitieswith both the Executive Directo rand other program managers. Theincumbent creates and executes the implementation and messaging fora strategic approach to fundraising, which includes major gifts,annual giving, planned giving, and grant solicitation. TheDevelopment Director oversees all aspects of fundraising, includingsetting fundraising goals, managing fundraising timelines, andmonitoring fundraising budgets for income and expenditures. Incollaboration with the Executive Director and other staff, theDevelopment Director is responsible for raising $2 million or moreannually to sustain the Covenant’s operational and programmaticcosts. The Development Director may be required to traveldomestically as much as 15-20% of the time.
Responsibilities
● Execute a comprehensive and compelling strategy to expandphilanthropic support and further a culture of philanthropy; ●Identify opportunities to leverage the Covenant's uniqueness andexpand its traditional base of philanthropic support, employing theentire range of development tactics and strategies; ● Work with theExecutive Director, Board of Directors, and staff to develop andimplement a comprehensive, ambitious, and innovative plan thatexpands support for Catholic Climate Covenant;● Direct and expandall aspects of the Covenant's development activities, includingdonor cultivation and stewardship, annual and special giftcampaigns, and institutional giving from foundations; ● Lead theindividual giving program, cultivating relationships with existingdonors as well as identifying, cultivating, and soliciting newindividual donors, with a focus on major gift prospects; ● Serve asa major gift fundraiser, identifying, managing, cultivating, andsoliciting a portfolio of major gift prospects and leading byexample; ● Develop and execute effective donor communications andmarketing materials, including the development of compellingmessages that resonate with potential donors; ● Create donorrecognition programs and craft targeted appeals that drivedonations; ● Create short- and long-range plans and set clear,ambitious, but attainable performance goals for the developmentprogram; ● Work closely with the Executive Director and Board ofDirectors to develop fundraising strategies and goals that alignwith the organization’s mission; ● Work with the Executive Directorand Chair of the Board on board development while maintainingpositive relationships with the board that further philanthropicpartnerships; ● Collaborate with the Covenant's various boardcommittees to maximize their performance goals for the developmentprogram; ● Work closely with the Executive Director and Board ofDirectors to develop fundraising strategies and goals that alignwith the organization’s mission; ● Work with the Executive Directorand Chair of the Board on board development while maintainingpositive relationships with the board that further philanthropicpartnerships; ● Collaborate with the Covenant's various boardcommittees to maximize their involvement with the organization andits development program; ● Present fundraising plans andperformance metrics to the Board and work with the ExecutiveDirector to ensure that fundraising activities are aligned with theorganization’s overall strategic plan; ● Develop and oversee thedevelopment budget, track revenue, and manage expenses; ● Analyzeand monitor fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjuststrategies as needed; ● Anticipate, track, and adapt to trends andbest practices in philanthropy; ● Ensure that software systems arein place and optimized for donor and prospect tracking, research,reports, acknowledgments, and stewardship; and ● Track donorengagement and retention rates, analyze revenue streams, and makedata-driven decisions that help the organization achieve itsfundraising goals.
Preferred Qualifications
● Seven or more years of experience developing and leading atransformational major gifts fundraising program;Experience leadingand growing a fundraising program for a nonprofit of similar sizeand scope (budget of $2 million or more); ● A history ofcultivating, soliciting, and closing foundation and individualgifts with significant institutional impact; ● Highly effectiveinterpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills acrossaudiences and platforms; ● An ability to create powerful,compelling written and oral fundraising communications; ● Stronganalytic and strategic-thinking skills, and an ability to create,implement, and monitor complex plans and the ability to translateplans into concrete goals and measurable outcomes; and, ●Experience planning, leading, and managing development projects, aswell as reporting progress to senior management and a board ofdirectors.
Salary and Benefits
Catholic Climate Covenant offers health, dental and LTDinsurance, contributions to a retirement plan, and generous leave.Salary: $140,000 (current ceiling).
To apply, please send your resume, cover letter and writingsample to <a href="mailto:info@catholicclimatecovenant.org" target="_blank">info@catholicclimatecovenant.org</a>. DEADLINE TO APPLY:August 9, 2024
Catholic Climate Covenant is an Equal Opportunity Employer thatdoes not discriminate against any person because of race, color,creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexualorientation, or any other characteristic protected by the law. Wewelcome applicants from a divers spectrum of qualifiedcandidates

Director of Development, Catholic Advocacy NonProfit

Position Description:
The Director of Development is an updated position reporting tothe President, Chief Professional Officer. In addition to managingtraditional corporate relationships and workplace campaigns, theDirector will manage the development and implementation ofcomprehensive new strategic initiatives to maximize revenue andcreate a strong pipeline of new and recurring donors through amajor gifts initiative. Key to the success in this role will be theengagement, cultivation, solicitation, and stewarding of individualdonors who can give $10,000 or more in support of the mission ofUWCJ.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000annually, dependent on demonstrated experience.
General Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Set stretch annual fundraising targets across all givinglevels.</li>
<li>Supervise the Assistant Director of Development and provideguidance for their work</li>
<li>Participate and assist in events for Tocqueville Society andWomen United members.</li>
<li>Collaborate with senior staff and volunteers to providestrategic guidance in communications to donors.</li>
<li>Maximize Board members’ personal giving and leverage theircommunity relationships for UWCJ</li>
<li>Ensure a high-quality donor experience through regularcorrespondence, professional proposals, and timelyacknowledgments.</li>
<li>Track prospect activity by maintaining accurate reports onrelationship-building progress and donor support.</li>
</ul>

Major Gifts Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Develop strategies to successfully identify, explore,cultivate, solicit, and steward new individual major gift donors.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Seek and secure new donors of annual gifts of $10,000 or morethrough a moves-management system</li>
<li>Maintain an active portfolio of 100-125 identified priorityprospects which will be assigned over the first year</li>
<li>Conduct highly personalized cultivation and individualized giftrequests</li>
<li>Utilize prospect research to identify and qualify new majorgift prospects and to develop effective briefing documentsincluding giving history and estimated capacity</li>
<li>Develop, plan, and participate in strategic small cultivationevents and larger donor stewardship events</li>
<li>Create meaningful opportunities for stewarding major giftdonors</li>
</ul>


Corporate and Foundation Giving
<ul>
<li>Manage and develop corporate partnerships and workplacecampaigns, including community-level individual workplacegiving.</li>
<li>Maintain a portfolio of 50 priority corporate prospects forpartnerships and workplace campaigns.</li>
<li>Plan and organize strategic volunteer engagement opportunities,including Days of Caring for corporate volunteers.</li>
<li>Represent UWCJ at external community functions and events</li>
<li>Identify Corporate and Family Foundations for grant-writingstaff whose funding priorities align with UWCJ priorities</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>A minimum of three years’ experience managing donorrelationships with proven track record of successfully closingfive- and six-figure gifts</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills and aproven ability to create and foster excellent relationships betweendonors and the organization</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; abilityto influence and engage donors and volunteers</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to craft highly customized pitches andproposals</li>
<li>Exceptional organizational and time management skills, payingclose attention to detail.</li>
<li>Proficiency in leveraging technology for fundraising and usingdata to inform performance metrics.</li>
<li>High energy and a professional, resourceful style.</li>
<li>Comfort in asking individuals to commit their resources tosupport the organization’s mission.</li>
<li>Effective and respectful communication in person, on the phone,and via email/text with donors, board members, volunteers, andcolleagues.</li>
<li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet concurrentdeadlines and collaboratively manage multiple tasks.</li>
<li>High integrity, initiative, and resourcefulness</li>
<li>Passion for the mission of UWCJ and a strong commitment to itscore values</li>
<li>Proficiency with office technology and donor informationsystems</li>
<li>Bachelor’s degree preferred</li>
</ul>
Letter of interest and resumes accepted through August28, 2024 at <a href="mailto:rd@uwcj.org" target="_blank">rd@uwcj.org</a>.

Director of Development

Senior Director, The Manville School Boston, MA The Manville School at the Baker Center seeks a Senior Director to lead strategy and operations. About The Baker Center for Children and Families An affiliate of Harvard Medical School, The Baker Center is a nationally recognized mental health organization dedicated to improving the quality of mental health care for children, families, and caregivers. Originally named Judge Baker Children's Center, in honor of Harvey Humphrey Baker, the first judge appointed to the Boston Juvenile Court, the Center opened in 1917 and serves children and families of Greater Boston and the MetroWest region. The Baker Center is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families by bridging the gap between science and practice to improve access to the highest quality care in community-based settings. For more than 100 years, The Baker Center has been instrumental in creating a continuum of care that supports children's healthy development at the policy, systems, and practice levels. Through direct programs and services, research, and professional training, The Baker Center is a preeminent voice and active resource on issues of children's mental health. About The Manville School The Manville School at The Baker Center is a therapeutic day school for students in grades K-10 who experience social, emotional, behavioral, neurological, and/or learning difficulties that impacted their ability to succeed in previous school settings. Manville has been recognized as a leader among special needs day schools in the Boston area since 1957. Manville offers a comprehensive array of evidence-based services and supports that promote healthy development and educational success, including: • Highly-structured classrooms with an average class size of 8, and each staffed by a special education teacher, assistant teacher, and behavioral counselor • Innovative curriculum with highly individualized instruction, aligned with Massachusetts Common Core State Standards • Educational support services including reading, math, speech and language, occupational therapy, and assistive technology • Fully integrated clinical services, with evidence-based individual and group therapy • Comprehensive evaluations and a newly opened assessment classroom • Active caregiver support and family programs In 2023, nearly 120 students achieved exceptional educational and personal outcomes through Manville's integrated clinical, behavioral, and academic services. Manville has a diverse student population representing 49 communities in Massachusetts. About the Opportunity Reporting to the President/CEO of The Baker Center, the Senior Director of the Manville School oversees all of Manville School's operations and, with the Manville School leadership team, provides overall leadership and sets the vision for the school. In partnership with the President/CEO and senior management team, the Senior Director develops and implements strategic goals for the Manville School and ensures that Manville School leadership and staff are working together to achieve successful outcomes. These outcomes will be consistent with the highly effective model that Manville School is known for and consistent with the overall mission of The Baker Center. The Senior Director will work closely with the President/CEO and Director of Finance to ensure that Manville School is reaching its target census, adapting to current needs, and meeting the high standards of The Baker Center. The Senior Director will also work with the President/CEO and senior staff to identify growth and business development opportunities to expand Manville School's impact. Key Responsibilities School Operations • Lead planning, development, and delivery of school-based educational, clinical, behavioral, and family engagement services in support of the mission of the Manville School. • Oversee all operations of the school with 8 direct reports, over 40 indirect reports, and 120 staff, including trainees/interns, administrative, front-office and kitchen staff. • Working with the President/CEO, establish strategic goals for school-related services, develop operating plans to meet those goals, and update and monitor implementation of the operating plans. • Ensure Manville School's compliance with all requirements, laws, and regulations governing the provision of special education services. • Develop and maintain a balanced budget and prepare reports and other documents as required. • Assess and ensure that staff/personnel needs are maintained at appropriate levels and that The Baker Center's diversity goals are met. • Ensure that all of The Baker Center policies are understood, practiced, and enforced. • Incorporate center-wide organizational goals into the program-specific goals within school-related programs and services. • Implement and maintain systems for defining and measuring program effectiveness, including the assessment of children's educational, behavioral, social, and psychological functioning at intake, throughout their stay at Manville School, and after leaving the school. Leadership • Serve as a member of The Baker Center senior leadership team, working with other organizational leaders, the Board of Trustees, and The Baker Center staff. • Work closely with department heads and managers to provide supervision and professional development in accordance with The Baker Center guidelines. • Integrate Manville School's programs and services into the overall structure of The Baker Center and help develop center-wide creative, holistic approaches to working with children and their families that support their growth and development. • Serve as a member of The Baker Center Operations Team, IT Steering Committee, and Retirement Plan Committee • Identify areas for growth, expansion and new business opportunities in special education. External Relations, Marketing, &amp; Admissions • Organize and implement marketing strategies to ensure continued appropriate student referrals to maintain enrollment to meet organizational targets. • Represent Manville School and The Baker Center at, and maintain positive relationships with, external constituencies, including DESE, MAAPS, GBAAPS, Massachusetts Legislature, City of Boston, etc. • Maintain positive working relationships with referring school districts. • Participate in professional and community activities that serve the interests of the Manville School and The Baker Center Key Qualifications •10+ years of experience within a therapeutic special education setting with 5+ years in a leadership/administrative role, with responsibilities covering a wide range of program functions (budget/finance, admissions/marketing, educational and clinical service delivery). •Master's degree in Education, Social Work or Psychology, or a related field, with the corresponding Massachusetts License. •Management/supervisory, crisis response, and budget/financial management training preferred. •A track record of exceptional leadership, with an entrepreneurial vision and effective communication, transparency, and listening skills to sustain collaboration, innovation, and creative problem-solving within the program. • A demonstrated capacity for effective leadership, including strong communication skills, the ability to motivate and supervise effectively, strong crisis intervention and creative problem-solving skills. •The ability to be flexible and work collaboratively across multiple domains and constituent groups. • Excellent written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness. • Ensure confidentiality and a high level of customer service in all interactions. • Commitment to working in an integrity driven environment, demonstrating consistency in cultural humility, diversity, equity, and inclusion. • Must have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines. • Meticulous attention to detail. • Commitment to mission and vision of the agency. Diverse and multilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The Baker Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law. The compensation range for this position is $150,000 – $175,000, commensurate with experience. To express interest, please submit your cover letter and resume in confidence<a href="https://apptrkr.com/5418157" target="_blank"> here.</a> For more information, please visit <a href="http://www.developmentguild.com" target="_blank">www.developmentguild.com</a>. Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. <a href="https://www.jobelephant.com/" target="_blank">Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency</a> jeid-f2d0e72da5394534966666c8324a9a2f

Senior Director, The Manville School

THE OPPORTUNITY
Cancer is, and will continue to be, a major burden on societiesworldwide. This problem is not unique to any single country butinstead is a global challenge that does not recognize borders.
Through many decades of research, a deep understanding of manyaspects of how cancer is initiated, develops and spreads is beinggained. This understanding is now being translated into novelprevention strategies and a compendium of increasingly advancedtreatments.
However, despite these breakthroughs many tough, stubbornchallenges continue to impede progress. Solving these challengesholds the key to a decidedly different outcome for the manymillions diagnosed with cancer each year. To make radical progressagainst these challenges requires an elite, global community ofcancer researchers to collaborate across borders, with a relentlessfocus on solving them. To make the radical progress against thesechallenges Cancer Grand Challenges was established.
Cancer Grand Challenges is now seeking to appoint a Director ofFoundation and Corporate Relations. The Director of Foundation andCorporate Relations will develop and manage the foundation andcorporate relations program that will seek to generate early andsubstantial support for Cancer Grand Challenges. Cancer GrandChallenges is therefore seeking an experienced foundation andcorporate relations professional, who will be responsible fordesigning, planning and executing the strategy to developpartnerships with Cancer Grand Challenges.&nbsp; Reporting to theChief Development Officer, the Director of Foundation and CorporateRelations will be responsible for building a robust and diversefoundation and partnership base.
Cancer Grand Challenges
Cancer Grand Challenges supports an elite community ofinternational research teams to come together, think differently,and solve some of cancer’s toughest challenges. With a series of$25 million awards, Cancer Grand Challenges teams are empowered torise above the traditional boundaries of geography and scientificdiscipline, in order to accelerate scientific progress, and toultimately change outcomes for people with cancer.
Founded by the two largest funders of cancer research in theworld - <a href="https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/" target="_blank">Cancer ResearchUK</a> and the National Cancer Institute in the United States - anduniting an international community of partners, Cancer GrandChallenges aims to make the radical progress against cancer that isurgently needed.
American Friends of Cancer Research
American Friends of Cancer Research is an independent 501(c)3not-for-profit. Its purpose is to support unique, large-scale,global research collaborations in partnership with other scientificfunders to catalyze transformational breakthroughs in ourunderstanding of cancer, that could lead to new ways to prevent,diagnose, and treat cancers.
The principal focus of American Friends of Cancer Research is tosupport Cancer Grand Challenges - a flagship global initiativesdeveloped and led out of Cancer Research UK in partnership with theU.S. National Cancer Institute (NCI). &nbsp;The incumbentprofessional will be employed by American Friends of CancerResearch to support the Cancer Grand Challenges initiative.
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE’S MAIN PURPOSE
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director ofFoundation and Corporate Relations will play an integral role inadvancing the mission and generating income for Cancer GrandChallenges. The Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations willplay a central role in developing and managing the foundation andcorporate relations program that has generated early andsubstantial support for Cancer Grand Challenges. Foundation andCorporate giving and partnerships are a key pillar of a diversifiedincome generation strategy for Cancer Grand Challenges. Identifyingappropriate foundation and corporate prospects for grant winning,partnerships and other income, the Director will collaborate withsenior programmatic and scientific leaders on the submission ofproposals and reports, the development of partnerships, and serveas a relationship manager and strategist for a growing portfolio ofmajor, regional, and family foundations and prospective globalcorporate partners.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising
<ul>
<li>Expand and oversee portfolio of foundation and corporateprospects, partners and sponsors</li>
<li>Individually and collaboratively develop and write proposalsand reports in support of Cancer Grand Challenges</li>
<li>Collaborate with leadership to assess foundations andcorporations’ alignment with and potential to support and/orpartner with Cancer Grand Challenges</li>
<li>Develop and implement comprehensive cultivation and stewardshipstrategies for growing portfolio of foundation and corporateprospects, partners and supporters</li>
<li>Draft correspondence and other materials for senior leaders andfaculty.</li>
<li>Manage the timely execution of multiple projects, enlistingsupport of other staff where appropriate.</li>
<li>Represent Cancer Grand Challenges and serve as a liaison tofoundation and corporate leaders and program staff asappropriate</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;KEY TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS &amp;EXPERIENCE
<ul>
<li>Exceptional writing and communication skills</li>
<li>Working knowledge and understanding of the foundation andcorporate sectors, particularly those organizations thathistorically support cancer and/or fundamental life sciencesresearch or academic medical research</li>
<li>Passionate and knowledgeable about the life sciences and/ormedicine and the important role fundamental research plays inadvancing knowledge about and interventions, therapies anddiagnostics for cancers or other conditions</li>
<li>Ambition to build and maintain effective partnerships at alllevels of internal and external constituencies.</li>
<li>Demonstrated aptitude to thrive in a complex and dynamicenvironment, managing multiple priorities</li>
<li>A self-starter who uses an entrepreneurial approach to buildingand guiding an organizational fundraising program with the abilityto expand the pipeline of supporters and partners</li>
<li>Master's Degree or equivalent preferred</li>
<li>5-7 years of professional work experience in nonprofitmanagement, development, alumni relations, marketing, publicrelations, sales or similar professional work experiencerequired</li>
<li>Ability to travel and work irregular hours as needed</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively with high-level decision makers,committee members, and donors</li>
<li>Experience leading a project team or managing staffpreferred</li>
<li>Experience writing and managing independent proposals anddeveloping solicitation strategies at the seven figure pluslevel</li>
</ul>
TEAM BEHAVIORS
<ul>
<li>Excited by the opportunity to build on the success and scale ofCancer Grand Challenges;</li>
<li>Willing to go above and beyond the position description toensure this new initiative is a success;</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellent self-awareness and understand personalimpact;</li>
<li>Integrate into, and work well as part of a dynamic and evolvingteam based across different geographic locations, cultures, andlegal frameworks;</li>
<li>Respond well to and embrace change and ambiguity;</li>
<li>Provide and receive feedback to enable individual and teamdevelopment;</li>
</ul>

Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations

Overview
Hillsdale College seeks a full-time Executive Director to leadin coordinating and overseeing the College’s planned giving programthat is aligned with the institution’s overall fundraising strategyand goals. This individual should have experience in non-profitfundraising, with a primary focus on planned giving.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Experience should include operational managementskills, team leadership and working with the concepts ofphilanthropy. This role will manage and oversee all daily officeactivities, provide guidance to other regional directors, producedepartmental reporting, assist with marketing efforts andpresentational events.&nbsp; Knowledge of CRM nonprofit software,donor databases and other fundraising and financial functions aplus.&nbsp; This position is based on campus in Hillsdale,Michigan. Some travel will be required.
Responsibilities
&nbsp;Working closely with Department and College leaders todetermine and execute the mission, purpose, and priorities of theGift &amp; Estate Planning office.
<ul>
<li>Managing the overall daily office functions and maintainoversight on upcoming events, programs, and marketing efforts toensure officers, staff, and materials are prepared andconsistent.</li>
<li>Supervise support staff members and give guidance andassistance to officers when needed; assist with annual goal settingand quarterly goal reviews. &nbsp;&nbsp;Maintain office moral andstructure.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Training staff to communicate about and successfully completeplanned gifts.</li>
<li>Have the knowledge to prepare gift illustrations andcorresponding cover letters for donors using third-party Crescendosoftware; assist and oversee other members of the team in processesand execution of this task.</li>
<li>Assisting with creation and managing the distribution ofsolicitation materials which incudes, but is not limited to, printmaterial, websites, publications, and newsletters.</li>
<li>Remaining up to date about Hillsdale’s many special programsand priorities to help donors direct their giving.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards in allplanned giving activities.</li>
<li>Occasionally attending evening/weekend activities, meetings,events, seminars, workshops, etc.</li>
<li>This description may be ever-changing through departmentalgrowth and institutional changes.</li>
</ul>
Required/Desired Qualities
&nbsp;A Bachelor's degree is preferred.
<ul>
<li>A Law degree or Professional Certifications/Trainings inFinance, Estate Planning, Tax Law, Fundraising, or similar areas aplus.</li>
<li>Fundraising development, accomplished history of management andteam leadership experience in a nonprofit setting.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team.</li>
<li>Familiarity with bequests, annuities, unitrusts, giving throughretirement plans, and other pertinent future giving options isdesired.</li>
<li>Superb written and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Exceptional interpersonal skills with all age groups.</li>
<li>Outstanding time management and a willingness to beflexible.</li>
<li>Organizational skills, particularly planning, managingdeadlines, and evaluating progress.</li>
<li>Knowledge of fundraising software and tools, Microsoft Office,Blackbaud CRM, and Crescendo planned giving software.</li>
<li>Creative, self-directed, takes initiative, and willing tolearn.</li>
<li>Organized and inspiring team leader.</li>
<li>A strategic mindset and a solid understanding of how to craftprocesses that are complementary to a variety of work styles.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Personal Characteristics &amp; PhysicalRequirements
The Gift and Estate Planning Office interacts with Collegeleaders, faculty, staff, students, parents, subscribers, donors,and speakers. Strong interpersonal and communication skills arenecessary.&nbsp; A clean and neat appearance and a pleasantrelationship that is supportive of the College mission isessential. This relationship needs to be pleasant, supportive, andprofessional, while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Ability to read, write, hear, speak, see, and communicateeffectively. Ability to operate basic office equipment. Occasionallifting of office supplies, booklets, files, and heavy packages, asnecessary.
&nbsp;Code of Commitment
Be a good representative of Hillsdale College to promote theliberal arts, the College’s original Articles of Association, andoperating principles stated in the Staff Code of Commitment. TheMission Statement should be considered in all aspects of theposition. The teaching of the Christian faith shall remain aconspicuous aim of the College.

Executive Director of Gift and Estate Planning

GENERAL INFORMATION
Department: Advancement
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chief AdvancementOfficer
Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 per year
Hours: Full-time, Exempt
Best Consideration Date:&nbsp;July, 19,2024
How to Apply: Email cover letter and resume to <a href="mailto:hr@washingtonperformingarts.org" target="_blank">hr@washingtonperformingarts.org</a>.Include MAJOR GIFTS OFFICER in heading line.&nbsp;

POSITION INFORMATION
Position Summary/Purpose:
The Washington Performing Arts Advancement team—a creative,lean, and collaborative collective of arts professionals—seeks anexperienced and dynamic Major Gifts Officer (MGO). Reporting to theDirector of Advancement, the MGO is responsible for growing thecorporate giving portfolio, cultivating diplomatic and governmentrelationships, and managing Washington Performing Arts Board andJunior Board pipelines in support of the organization’s mission,vision, and growth.
A key member of the Advancement team, the MGO will establisheffective, strong working relationships with Director ofAdvancement, Washington Performing Arts President &amp; CEO, theBoard of Directors, Junior Board, President Emeritus, and otherManagement and Advancement colleagues to coordinate and executeimmediate and long-term fundraising initiatives. As aself-motivated, externally facing frontline fundraiser, the MajorGifts Officer will possess an entrepreneurial spirit and carrygreat enthusiasm for building and growing meaningful partnershipswith corporations, local businesses, and individuals, have a proventrack record of success in fundraising, and be passionate aboutdiversity, equity, and inclusion and the performing arts. The MGOwill facilitate connections between the right WPA ambassador (CEO,Director, Board Member) and new prospects for support.
The MGO develops and advances strategies and relationships toengage the corporate, diplomatic, and congressional communities,and other elected and appointed officials in Washington, D.C. tothe advantage of Washington Performing Arts and its programs, witha focus on institutional visibility and well-aligned partnerships.In addition, this candidate serves and collaborates with otherdepartments as project coordinator in various programs and events.The MGO will also build and support a portfolio of prospects forthe CEO.
This is an exciting role that offers excellent opportunities towork with a collaborative, supportive, and passionate team andvolunteers while working to enrich our community with vibrantperforming arts experiences.
Key programs and giving opportunities to leverage include:
<ul>
<li>Performance Sponsorships - Secure sponsorships for dozens ofmusic and dance performances each season, covering a broad spectrumof genres including classical, jazz, gospel, chamber, andcontemporary;</li>
<li>Education and Community Engagement Programs - Cultivateconnections that support the organization’s robust gospel musicprogramming and training, community--based cultural programming,global art forms, and instrumental and vocal programs developed inpartnership with D.C. public schools;</li>
<li>Washington Performing Arts’ World in our City initiative -Develop and implement strategies to weave together programs withglobal focus including featured programming on the annualpresenting season, the Embassy Adoption Program (in partnershipwith D.C. Public Schools), and Mars Arts D.C.; and</li>
<li>Special Event Sponsorships - Identify and secure special eventssponsorship opportunities including a large-scale annual Gala, thequadrennial Inauguration Weekend Brunch, and special productionslike Marian Anderson 75th Anniversary Concert and Hazel Scott 101stBirthday Celebration</li>
</ul>
Essential Duty #1: PortfolioManagement&nbsp;Corporate/Institutional/DiplomaticEntities Cultivation, Strategy, and Solicitation
Percentage: 80%
<ul>
<li>
Develop Strategies toIncrease Corporate Giving and Engagement - Identify, cultivate, andsolicit prospective corporate donors, as well as diplomaticentities, and develop strategies to increase their level of givingand full engagement with Washington Performing Arts. Mobilize theBoard and CEO as sources of connections, and as points of contactin achieving goals in this area.
</li>
<li>Donor Portfolio Management &amp; Building - build, manage, andgrow a portfolio of 40+ active and prospective corporate supportersfor annual, special, or multi-year gifts beginning at $5,000 andextending to five and six figures; support and grow an annualportfolio goal of more than $350,000 in contributed revenue. Ensurethat CEO is engaged in cultivating and recognizing majorgifts.</li>
<li>Board of Directors/Corporate Donation Cultivation andStewardship - In close collaboration with the Director ofAdvancement and President &amp; CEO, serve as primary relationshipmanager for Washington Performing Arts Board of Directors memberswho also hold Corporate Board seats, to facilitate corporatedonations, giving and stewardship. Work closely with key BoardMembers in building portfolio of contacts for WPA and the Member tocultivate.</li>
<li>Strategic Partnership - Develop engagement andrelationship-building strategies for legislators andrepresentatives at the local, state, and federal level, diplomaticentities, and related associations, to support direct fundraisinginitiatives, often in partnershipwith the Director of Advancementand President and CEO</li>
<li>Project Reporting - Submit periodic progress and final projectreports to fulfill donor compliance expectations, via corporatefunding and diplomatic portals</li>
<li>Creation of Stewardship Materials - Create stewardshipmaterials by working with programmatic colleagues and designcolleagues to generate annual reports, e-news vehicles, and othercollateral as needed</li>
<li>Special Events Engagement - Manage corporate and diplomaticengagement and participation connected to the Annual Gala andAuction, and other large- scale special events like the QuadrennialInauguration Weekend Brunch</li>
</ul>
Essential Duty #2: Board and Junior BoardGovernance
Percentage: 20%
<ul>
<li>Develop Strategies to Increase Corporate Giving andEngagement- Identify, cultivate, and solicit prospectivecorporate donors, as well as diplomatic entities, and developstrategies to increase their level of giving and full engagementwith Washington Performing Arts.</li>
<li>Board of Directors/Corporate Donation Cultivation andStewardship- In close collaboration with the ChiefAdvancement Officer and President &amp; CEO, serve as primaryrelationship manager for Washington Performing Arts Board ofDirectors members who also hold Corporate Board seats, tofacilitate corporate donation giving and stewardship.</li>
<li>Develop and Pitch Proposals- Build a pipelineand develop and pitch proposals for corporate and individual donorsand prospects who have connections to corporate foundations, andfor diplomatic entities that could be supportive of WashingtonPerforming Arts</li>
<li>Project Reporting- Submit periodic progressand final project reports to fulfill donor compliance expectations,via corporate funding and diplomatic portals</li>
<li>Strategic Partnership- Develop engagement andrelationship-building strategies for legislators andrepresentatives at the local, state, and federal level, diplomaticentities, and related associations, to support direct fundraisinginitiatives, often in partnership with the Chief AdvancementOfficer and President and CEO</li>
<li>Junior Board Facilitation- Facilitate andleverage Junior Board relationships within the corporate,diplomatic, and government communities</li>
<li>Special Events Engagement- Manage corporateand diplomatic engagement and participation connected to the AnnualGala and Auction, and other large-scale special events like theQuadrennial Inauguration Weekend Brunch</li>
</ul>
Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>
4+ years of experience infundraising
</li>
<li>Some college coursework in a related field, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience</li>
<li>Proven track record of success in cultivating, soliciting, andclosing gifts of $5,000 to</li>
<li>$50,000, and ideally six figures as well, from corporations andindividuals</li>
<li>Proven ability to set goals strategically and overseeexecution</li>
<li>Experience working with an energetic and engaged CEO andpositioning them for success in building support</li>
<li>Experience managing and partnering with Board members,high-level volunteers, and executive staff</li>
<li>Proven ability to interact with and influence philanthropicleaders</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independentlyand to work effectively and cross-functionally with internal andexternal constituents</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to and interest in, the performingarts</li>
</ul>
Essential Capabilities &amp; Preferences
<ul>
<li>Creative and strategic thinking skills</li>
<li>Ability to proactively design initiatives and proposals toengage donors and prospects</li>
<li>Genuine interest in a wide range of people and a diverse arrayof programmatic content, preferably in the arts world</li>
<li>Collaborative team player</li>
<li>High degree of personal initiative and accountability</li>
<li>Superlative written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>High level of discretion and ethical approach tofundraising</li>
<li>Good judgment, tact, patience, and sense of humor</li>
<li>CRM experience (ideally, Tessitura or Raiser’s Edge)</li>
<li>Affinity for the performing arts and commitment to REDI (RacialEquity, Diversity, and Inclusion) a must</li>
<li>Relationships in the local D.C. business community, on CapitolHill, and within the diplomatic community a plus</li>
</ul>
Qualifications and Essential Capabilities
<ul>
<li>Ability to proactively design initiatives and proposals toengage donors and prospects</li>
<li>Genuine interest in a wide range of people and a diverse arrayof programmatic content, preferably in the arts world</li>
<li>Collaborative team player</li>
<li>High degree of personal initiative and accountability</li>
<li>Superlative written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Creative and strategic thinking skills</li>
<li>High level of discretion and ethical approach tofundraising</li>
<li>Good judgment, tact, and patience</li>
<li>CRM experience (ideally, Tessitura or Raiser’s Edge)</li>
<li>Affinity for the performing arts and commitment to DEIAB(diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging)</li>
<li>Relationships in the local D.C. business community, on CapitolHill, and within the diplomatic community a plus</li>
</ul>
Specific Conditions of Work
<ul>
<li>
Completion of a satisfactorycriminal background check prior to start of employment
</li>
<li>The Major Gifts Officer is a full-time position with officehours from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., plus additional duties andactivities at performances and events that are above and beyondregular office hours.</li>
<li>Hybrid work schedule: 3 days minimum in office</li>
<li>Must be able to staff events on evenings and weekends as wellas attend social and networking events on behalf of WashingtonPerforming Arts</li>
<li>Must have reliable transportation</li>
</ul>
Benefits:
This position is eligible for Full-time employee benefits.Washington Performing Arts offers a generous benefits package whichincludes Health, Dental, Life &amp; Long-Term Disability Insurance,403(b) Retirement Savings plan, and paid Holiday, Vacation, Sick,and Personal time off.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp;ABOUNT WASHINGTON PERFORMING ARTS
Washington Performing Arts has engaged for more than half acentury with artists, audiences, students, and civic life. The cityis truly our stage: for decades, in venues ranging from concerthalls and clubs to public parks, we have presented a tremendousrange of artists and art forms, from the most distinguishedsymphony orchestras to both renowned and emerging artists inclassical music, gospel music, jazz, culturally-specific genres,dance, and more. We also have an ever-expanding artistic andeducational presence on the internet, envisioning ongoingopportunities for online connection and community.
Washington Performing Arts deeply values its partnerships withlocal organizations and other arts institutions. Through eventsonline and in myriad performance venues and neighborhoods, weengage international visiting artists in community programs andintroduce local artists to wider audiences. We place a premium onestablishing artists as a continuing presence in the lives of bothyoung people and adults through residencies and education programs.Our achievements have been recognized with a National Medal of Artsand with three Mayor’s Arts Awards from the DC Government. We havenow embarked upon our second half-century, ever inspired by themotto of our founder, Patrick Hayes: “Everybody in, nobodyout.”
Organizational Diversity and Inclusion:
Washington Performing Arts is committed to diversity, equity,inclusion, and access in all aspects of our work. In keeping withour mission and guiding principles, we seek, represent, and welcomea multiplicity of voices in everything we do from programmaticcontent to the composition of our board and staff. Accordingly, weseek to build a team that reflects and meets the needs of thecommunity we are part of and serve. While we have made importantprogress, we continue to pursue that goal through intentional,focused learning and action. Hiring a diverse workforce is but onecomponent—we strive to make Washington Performing Arts ever moreinclusive, and true to our founder’s guiding ethos of “everybodyin, nobody out.” To gain the maximum benefit from our increasinglydiverse team, we wish to make every employee feel welcome andmotivated to do their best work. We know that we work bettertogether in service of Washington Performing Arts’ mission, becauseof our differences, not despite them.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Washington Performing Arts subscribes to a policy of EqualEmployment Opportunity and will not discriminate against anyemployee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color,
sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, protectedveteran status, religion, ancestry or national origin, maritalstatus, genetic information, political affiliation, and genderidentity or expression. In addition, the District of Columbia addsprotection for marital status, personal appearance, sexualorientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, or politicalaffiliation.
Washington Performing Arts’ employment decisions are made basedon the needs of the organization and qualifications of theapplicants and employees.

Major Gifts Officer

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES Perform complex management analysis and coordination activities that have department or countywide scope and impact with significant community involvement, including program research and development, forming and chairing special task forces and committees involving the county and members of the community, and coordinating and administering a variety of special programs. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general direction of a department head or designee, with additional recommendations from teams, task forces and committees. SUPERVISION EXERCISED May provide leadership and direction to clerical or professional staff in relation to special projects or assignments. Typical Duties - Duties include, but are not limited to the following Economic Development Project Oversight Facilitate, coordinate, and implement assigned department economic development (ED) projects. Work with the Economic Development Program Manager and other ED team members to develop and implement assigned projects and programs. Dedicate time to research and analyze ED concepts, best practices, and strategies that align with the county's ED strategic plan; collaborate with partners in identifying existing strengths, gaps, needs, and opportunities to address issues. Provide leadership and coordination for launching, implementing, and sustaining of the ED program, assigned projects, and related activities. Assists with the ED program budget development as relating to assigned projects and work with the manager on needed adjustments. Build and maintain relationships and program communication with partners, including preparing professional-level public information materials, media releases, articles, notices, county forms, and other related documents. Prepare and deliver presentations and communication materials to the Board of Commissioners, as well as other internal and external groups of various size. Grants Management Seek, write, and manage external ED grant opportunities to leverage funds that support the advancement of the department's ED strategic plan in consultation with subject matter experts; comply with department and county policies and procedures; and work with appropriate internal and external parties to ensure financial compliance procedures are in place, compliance with grant performance is achieved, and reporting requirements are met. Develop and manage internal ED grant programs; oversee administrative process; prepare reports and correspondence related to projects; negotiate and monitor contracts; report to ED Manager on status of the projects; and present and coordinate presentations to ED stakeholders and the Board of Commissioners. Utilize various software to apply tracking systems; develop contract timelines, monitor timeline to ensure compliance by all parties; review required paperwork to ensure inclusion of current information and required documentation; prepare paperwork in appropriate format for review. Contracts Management Generate scopes of work for assigned ED contracts and requests for proposals/information (RFP/RFI); research and resolve problems; assure compliance with county policies; collaborate with department Contract Specialist in the development of contracts, RFPs, and RFIs; maintain contract performance tracking systems. Monitor outcomes and reports of the department programs; conducts on-site provider technical visits, as needed; troubleshoot potential problems; communicate with contractors and Director regarding deficiencies and improvements needed; maintain effective working relationships with staff from a variety of agencies, and the public. Other Duties Works with the department budget team to provide needed data and review the program's budget as it relates to assigned projects / programs. Supports community services department other programs as needed including Marion County Fair and general customer service; performs other duties as assigned. Maintains punctual and regular attendance; establishes and maintains professional and effective working relationships with co-workers (team members), other agencies, the public and the Marion County Board of Commissioners; complies with all departmental and county policies and procedures; possesses skills to adequately communicate in both writing and verbally, ability to access and communicate information via the computer; and has the ability to work flexible hours including evenings &amp; weekends as assigned. Other duties as assigned. Requirements for the Position EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
<li>Bachelor's degree in public or business administration, political science, communication, accounting, economics, or related field; AND</li>
<li>Four years of responsible experience including independent research, design and methodology, management analysis, and facilitating group process; OR</li>
<li>Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.</li>
 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 
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<li>Must possess a current driver's license in the applicant's state of residence and an acceptable driving history. Marion County will obtain a copy of the driving record for all qualified applicants from Driver and Motor Vehicle Services and review the driving record according to the Marion County policy and procedure for Driving on County Business. The policy can be found at: <a href="http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/" target="_blank">http://apps.co.marion.or.us/APAP/</a>. </li>
<li>The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position. </li>
<li>This assignment is represented by a union. </li>
<li>This is a full-time exempt position and is not eligible for overtime. </li>
<li>Typical Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, days, with flexibility for evening or weekend meetings as needed by the department </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, and of the principles of sound organization and management; financial principles and practices in local government, and of budget preparation and administration techniques; organizational processes and design; principles and practices of statistical analysis and data collection. Ability to research and analyze issues and procedures; prepare and present recommendations on complex issues, and to illustrate policy and fiscal impact of alternative decisions; prepare a budget and to evaluate budgetary requests; conduct and evaluate surveys and special studies; evaluate program or department operations and performance; establish and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and the public; lead and direct, and participate in training and evaluating personnel. Skill in applying the principles and techniques involved in performing management improvement studies; coordinating and facilitating group process, and in communicating effectively in both oral and written form; making formal presentations before large groups; applying statistical techniques to research and administrative studies. Marion County offers a generous benefits package to regular employees working 50% or more of the regularly scheduled work week and their eligible dependents. Temporary employees and part-time regular employees working less than 50% of the regularly scheduled work week are not eligible for benefits. Most regular positions in this classification are represented by Marion County Employees Association (MCEA). For a summary of benefits, click here. For a complete and detailed overview of the MCEA benefits package, click here, and select MCEA Benefits from the left menu or Marion County Employees Association (MCEA) from the page links. Regular and temporary employees are represented by MCEA. Salary and benefits are subject to union contract negotiations and may change as a result.

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