Executive Director, Fund Development - Grand Rapids, MI

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Edward Jeske
Edward Jeske
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Now hiring an Executive Director of Fund Development in West Michigan. Be the rock that creates the ripple for West Michigan.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • Company paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee)
  • Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees
  • Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133%
  • Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals
  • Plus many more benefits

Oversees the development and implementation of strategies for fundraising initiatives in support of the organization’s vision and mission.

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Plan, lead and assure implementation of strategies to develop donors and contributions in support of the organization and its foundation. Oversee the growing fund development team and manage a robust portfolio of major donors, including leadership of the statewide $100M capital campaign.
  2. Ensure that fund development is carried out in keeping with the organization's values, mission, vision and plans and as part of a Culture of Ambassadorship.
  3. Recommend and execute short- and long-range fund development plans and programs that support the organization's values, mission and objectives.
  4. Maintain accountability and compliance standards for donors and funding sources.
  5. Participate in short- and long-term strategic and operational planning for the organization as a member of the Cabinet.
  6. Assist with the analysis of philanthropic trends, providing results to executive leadership and the Board, and identify areas for development.
  7. Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of the department’s annual operating budget within organization fiscal guidelines; ensure adherence to Corporate Financial Policies and procedures.
  8. Provide leadership to staff, including director level roles within the Advancement Team and beyond as a program business partner. Partner with Human Resource Development in talent acquisition and retention efforts. Assist in preparation and implementation of relevant professional development training and performance management of staff.
  9. Partner with Marketing Department and Program in implementing Development campaigns.
  10. Participate in and lead presentations/solicitation activities/tours/media opportunities to represent the organization’s interests and to meet the department’s voluntary giving objectives.
  11. Participate in volunteer group activities related to fundraising and public relations.

Job Qualifications

Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification

  • Bachelor’s degree in philanthropy, marketing, communication, public relation, business, management, or related field of study. Master’s degree preferred.
  • Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) certification preferred.

Experience

  • Seven years’ experience in a non-profit development management or supervisory role.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to apply principles of logic to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
  • Ability to work with mathematical statistics, probability and applications; ability to understand and interpret financial reports.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple and complex projects.
  • Ability to effectively communicate verbal and writing. Ability to prepare and write grants, speeches, cases for support, editorials and manuals. Strong public speaking skills.
  • Ability to read, write and speak fluent English.
  • Ability to effectively lead staff to meet organization and department objectives.
  • Ability to relate effectively and work interdependently with all levels of staff, and with general public, congregations, corporations and foundations.
  • Knowledge of and ability to use with sophistication, computer software such as Microsoft office programs and in particular, Raisers Edge, our donor database system.

Additional Work Requirements

  • Automobile travel required. Valid unrestricted driver’s license with good driving record. Valid proof of automobile insurance.
  • Extended and evening hours required.
Apply online at: https://careers-samaritas.icims.com/jobs/6529/executive-director%2c-fund-development---west-michigan-area/job?mode=view&mobile=false&width=990&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=-300&jun1offset=-240
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