The Church of the Resurrection (Resurrection) launched a multi-million-dollar capital campaign to support the growing needs of the parish community and enhance a culture of philanthropy throughout Resurrection. The Stewardship Associate (SA) is a new position at Resurrection and its role is to ensure the successful continuation of campaign fundraising and implementation and elevation of strategic stewardship and donor appreciation throughout the parish. Working closely with the Business Manager, the SA will develop and implement personalized stewardship plans for top donors and comprehensive stewardship strategies for donors at all giving levels to foster a culture of philanthropy.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate the ongoing stewardship and donor relation operation ensuring high-quality experiences for top donors and prospects, including campaign updates, coordination with the Catholic Foundation and campaign reporting.
• Work with Business Manger to develop a vision and multi-year plan for stewardship and donor relations that is clear and aligns with broader parish vision, mission, values, and priorities.
• Cultivating, identifying, and stewarding current and potential major gift donors.
• Adopting and adapting best practices in stewardship and donor relations to support the goals of the campaign and parish overall.
• Support parish leadership in the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of sacrificial gifts to support ongoing needs and special projects through the development of donor research, proposals, talking points, stewardship reports and other collateral.
• Staff parish volunteers in support of fundraising for Resurrection, including agenda creation, meeting facilitation, follow-up correspondence, etc.
• Ensure stewardship and donor engagement efforts and continually prioritize cultivation, donor retention and growth, engagement, and satisfaction.
• Oversee administrative functions of the development office including, but not limited to, the acknowledgement process, gift management, donor recognition, donor stewardship activities and events, and impact reporting.
• Data management responsibilities including record maintenance, campaign pledge input and other areas as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance and punctuality is essential for this job.

OTHER POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with federal, state, and local safety laws.
• Maintains a neat and safe work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Required: Compliance with BCI&I background checks and completion of Protecting God’s Children program.
• Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
  Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 3-5+ years of work experience in advancement, stewardship, alumni relations, donor relations, communications, marketing, public relations, or similar work.

JOB RELATED SKILLS

• A working knowledge of, and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church; must also be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including Word, Excel, Publisher and other related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
• Develop and manage relationships with donors.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Manage confidential information with discretion and tact.
• Sensitivity and diplomacy in communications with diverse people and personalities. High degree of professionalism and ethical sensitivity.
• Strategic and creative approaches to tasks and challenges.
• Excellent verbal, written, and proof-reading skills, and exacting attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Windows computer environment and Microsoft Office.
• Adept at navigating email, Internet, teleconferencing, electronic filing, and other typical office-based software.
• Some evenings and weekends required.

Head of Advancement

Wexner Center for the Arts

 

Mission Statement

The Wexner Center for the Arts is The Ohio State University’s multidisciplinary laboratory for contemporary art and culture. Through exhibitions, performances, screenings, educational programs, artist residencies, and publications the Wex serves as a vital forum where artists test ideas and where diverse audiences engage the art and issues of our time. In its programs, the Wex balances a commitment to experimentation with a critical appreciation of the past. Our work affirms the university’s pursuit of civic participation, freedom of expression, and robust dialogue.

 

Executive Summary

Working closely with the Executive Director (with a dotted line relationship to the Assistant Vice President in the Office of Advancement), the Head of Advancement serves as the head fundraiser leading all development and donor experience activities and will understand the mission, needs and value proposition of the Wexner Center for the Arts and build relationships with prospective donors and sponsors to increase philanthropic support. Donors such as alumni, friends, patrons, board members, corporations and other university constituents will be identified by listening for opportunities to align their interests and passions with opportunities to donate to the center. The Head of Advancement, in partnership with the Executive Director will create and lead the strategy to identify, develop and maintain a pipeline of donors.

 

The aim of the role is to actively manage a portfolio of prospective donors to be asked for gifts of $100,000 and above. Preparation for the “ask” will include creative and strategic utilization of resources to determine the prospective donor’s capacity for giving, build their interest, raise their sights, sustain their engagement, and obtain a gift. Success in the position will be guided by annual metrics such as number of monthly meetings, number of gift commitments, number of solicitations, qualified prospects and dollars raised. Central resources such as a robust donor database and reporting and analytics tools exist to help the role achieve goals and manage an allocated budget.

 

The Head of Advancement, in partnership with the Executive Director, is responsible for creating and leading the strategy, which yields in excess of $5M per year. In addition, they will identify, develop and maintain a pipeline of donors with a team of professionals comprised of development, donor experience and engagement professionals, within their charge as the Head of Advancement. This position operates with a high degree of independence to make decisions, solve problems, negotiate, and adapt to shifting priorities. This position is a critical partner to the Executive Director and all plans and strategies that advance the development goals of the center. Expectations include stellar communications and interactions with constituents, collaboration with colleagues across Advancement and the university with diplomacy and discretion. This role requires frequent workweek travel including in-state and out of state travel and occasional evenings and weekend work.

 

The Head of Advancement is a member of the executive management team at the Wex and as part of that team will work closely with the staff to integrate advancement efforts with all Wex functions. They also work with the Wexner Center Foundation and more specifically with the Donor Programs and the Governance and Nomination Committee to lead fundraising initiatives within these committees composed of trustees and external members.

The role supervises:

Director of Philanthropy (currently Director of Foundation and Government Relations)

Associate Director of Advancement

Assistant Director of Development (two positions)

Director of Advancement Operations (currently Director of Donor Relations)

Donor Experience Senior Associate

Coordinator-Special Events

Development Services Senior Associate

 

The ideal candidate for this job will be a confident and accomplished fundraiser who is passionate about contemporary art, performance, film and learning and public practice; deeply knowledgeable about the collecting and philanthropic communities in Central Ohio; the national and international arts funding environment (including major corporate and foundation funders); and articulate/effective at making a strong case for both restricted and unrestricted support. They will be a thoughtful leader with a high degree of integrity and the ability to motivate and manage their team efficiently and effectively.

 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education/experience. Seven years of professional fundraising experience (building relationships towards philanthropic end through making calls, conducting face-to-face appointments, creating and presenting proposals, closing gifts) and two years of related experience in marketing, sales, public relations, financial advisement, account management or related field with emphasis on donor cultivation, solicitation and relationship cultivation of individuals/businesses. At least five years of management experience.

 

Desired Qualifications: At least ten years of professional fundraising experience raising the highest level of philanthropic gifts at an organization (preferably five or six figures and above). At least ten years of professional fundraising experience in higher education or a hospital/health care environment. Experience working in other advancement departments such as donor relations and stewardship, donor communications and/or alumni relations. Preferably experience working with CRMs such as Tessitura, Salesforce or Blackbaud.

 

 

Responsibilities

60% – Fundraising and Leadership: Provides leadership and creates the strategy to identify and develop a robust pipeline of donors; supervises and directs development professionals across functional areas; conducts prospect strategy sessions; works to build effective relationships with advancement to enhance overall fundraising for the Wexner Center for the Arts. Cultivates strong bonds with alumni, donors, and other constituents; oversees the development and management of all events and activities. Builds/maintains a robust prospect group, serving as prospect manager for major donors at $500,000 and above; responsible for strategy, cultivation, and solicitation of principal gift donors with a capacity for gifts of $1,000,000 and above.

 

Recruits, trains, evaluates, motivates, and coaches employees of various backgrounds and identities; builds a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging amongst team members; establishes and monitors goals, provides performance feedback and coaching, and supports professional development; completes annual performance management procedures; manages performance issues; is responsible for using independent, consistent and fair judgement in exercising authority; develops procedures, assigns and prioritizes work, and ensures that the resources needed to accomplish work are provided. Provides support for the continued trajectory of increase in new fundraising activity and philanthropic receipts to achieve Wexner Center for the Arts goals while driving enhancement of current and creation of new innovative programs. Partners with central advancement resources to achieve fundraising goals.

30% Identifies, qualifies, and cultivates a portfolio of prospective major gift donors. Pursues connections and discovers donor values, capacity, interests, and passions. Ensures quality and positive momentum within assigned portfolio to convert prospects to donors. Builds context for gift proposals, develops, and implements strategic gift solicitations. Maximizes opportunities to steward donors to further enhance relationships.

 

10% – Miscellaneous: Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Ensures individual and team member fundraising work documented in Wex and Ohio State Advancement systems.

 

The Ohio State University

Founded in 1870 as a land-grant university, The Ohio State University is one of the nation’s finest higher education institutions, with annual research expenditures of over $1 billion. Ohio State’s Columbus campus sits within the nation’s 14th most populous city, which has been recognized not only as the fastest-growing city in the Midwest but also as an emerging hub for high-tech companies and a center for education, healthcare, and the arts. Over 67,700 students attend Ohio State’s main campus and regional campuses in Lima, Mansfield, Marion, and Newark, and the Agricultural Technical Institute co-located with the Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center in Wooster. In addition to its regional importance, Ohio State has a national and global impact. Many graduates remain in Ohio, but alumni are found across the world. The Ohio State University boasts 600,000 living alumni, and its endowment stands at over $7.0 billion.

 

The university has an astonishing intellectual range with 15 academic colleges and a wealth of disciplines. All the colleges are on the Columbus campus, which opens the possibility of working across units. The institution has enormous ambition; through its strategic planning efforts, Ohio State aspires to be the absolute model of a 21st-century land-grant university, enabling people from ordinary backgrounds to achieve the extraordinary. Students are exposed to a vast array of ideas, experiences, and cultures at Ohio State; inclusive excellence is a central tenet of the institution.

 

It might be expected that size would be an impediment to innovation at such a comprehensive institution. Not so at Ohio State. The university is serious about taking innovation in teaching and learning to scale and achieve institutional success through multi-disciplinary and cross-university collaboration and engagement.

 

Columbus, Ohio

Columbus is one of the fastest-growing major metropolitan areas in the country, with a vibrant blend of arts and culture; inspired culinary, fashion, music, and entertainment scenes; exciting collegiate and professional sports; and an open, entrepreneurial spirit. Its diverse population — 109 languages are represented — makes Columbus a microcosm of America.

 

Ohio’s state capital is the 14th largest city in the U.S. and second largest in the Midwest behind Chicago, larger than Charlotte, Seattle, Denver, Boston, Nashville, and Baltimore. The population of the greater Columbus metropolitan area is more than two million. At the same time, the cost of living in Columbus is 10 percent below the national average.

 

Intelligent Community Forum named Columbus one of the seven most intelligent communities in the world. The city has more PhDs than the national average and the largest concentration in the Midwest, there are 56 college and university campuses within the Columbus region.

 

Columbus is within 550 miles of nearly half the nation’s population. John Glenn Columbus International Airport, 10 minutes from downtown, offers more than 150 daily nonstop departures to 35 airports. During the work week, the average Columbus commute is just 23.3 minutes and can be significantly less. Learn more about Columbus.

 

DEI Statement

The Wexner Center for the Arts values diversity and offers a supportive, open, and inclusive community. We encourage candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

 

Additional Information

Per University policy, use of personal vehicle may be required (mileage reimbursed); in accordance with the Disaster Preparedness and University State of Emergency Policy 6.17, this position has been designated as a standby position; successful completion of a background check required prior to start date.

 

 

How to Apply: Please visit https://osujoblinks.com/vs6l

 

Applicants should submit the following:

1. A current and comprehensive resume.

2. A letter of interest describing why you are interested in the role, why you are a good candidate for the position based on your experience, and why now is a good time for you to consider the opportunity.

 

All inquiries and nominations should be submitted to Allison Thomas at [email protected]. Please submit all application materials by February 16, 2024.

Columbus Recreation and Parks Foundation (CRP Foundation), in partnership with Columbus Recreation and Parks Department’s (CRPD) Commissioners, is seeking proposals for one or more successful bidders to serve as the Executive Director of the CRPF Foundation. This individual(s) will lead the CRP Foundation staff, volunteers, and Board members and partner with CRPD’s Community Relations Development staff. This is an exciting opportunity to help set the strategic direction of the CRP Foundation and implement a plan that will take the CRP Foundation’s work to the next level. This individual(s) will lead the overall operations of the CRP Foundation, including strategic planning, budget management, fundraising, outreach, reporting, ensuring legal compliance, staff management, reporting, and more.

Previous experience and requirements for the awarded bidder include:

· Must have a City of Columbus Contract Compliance Number; register with Vendor Services to obtain a number (the agency must be “Contract Compliance in Status Active”)

· Must not be debarred or suspended from working on federally assisted projects or projects in Ohio or with the City of Columbus

· Have the capacity to begin services by March 2024

· Have the proven capacity (either alone or through a consortium) to work with a diverse Community

This is a one-year contract, with the option to renew the contract at the completion of the first year.

Due to the nature of the work, contract renewal will not be bid if performance measures are met. The foundation would measure its first year goals with a minimum of $250,000.00 fundraising expectation within 1 year of services.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with CRP leadership, departments and programmatic centers to establish strategic areas of focus for private support
• Builds strategic goals and recommendations to engage individuals, corporations, and foundations to establish a portfolio strategy which includes annual giving, major giving and planned giving
• Works in collaboration with a variety of stakeholders to execute each respective fundraising strategy focusing on acquisition, retention and increased gifts year over year
• Manages a portfolio of up to 150 constituents per year toward retention and increased giving, including major and planned gifts
• Assists in collaboration with select CRP representatives and foundation volunteers on a strategic donor acquisition strategy
• Works closely with volunteers of CRP Foundation at all levels to successfully execute a fundraising strateg
• Determines in collaboration with affiliative friends of CRP, foundation volunteers, and other CRP program representatives to determine fund distribution as it pertains to Foundation mission and donor intent.
• Provide highly specialized organizational leadership that will ensure the continuation and appropriate evolution of organizational planning; the coordination, delivery and measured impact of CRP Foundation events, programs, and fundraising; and fiscal due diligence.
• Develop and implement a strategic multi-year fundraising plan that includes strategies to increase CRP Foundation’s fundraising efforts from private sector, governments, foundations, individuals, and others that is reflective and in alignment with the organizations mission/vision/values and capacity.
• Recommend key components and tactics for implementation.
• Train CRP Foundation Board members in necessary aspects of fundraising.
• Plan, direct, implement, and evaluate the organization’s day-to-day operations and ensure that all operations of the CRP Foundation are carried out in accordance with applicable laws.
• Develop the budget and oversee the prudent financial management of the organization’s funds.
• Manage fundraising and special events.
• Uphold and create, where needed, policies and procedures for the CRP Foundation operations including how the CRP Foundation interacts with and supports CRPD Community Relations staff and CRPD community centers.
• Shape and direct the future of the organization through vision, values, leadership, and strategy.
• Represent the CRP Foundation in the community at large at public and private events.
• Maintain clear lines of communication and provide well-defined opportunities for board engagement.
• Arrange and attend CRP Foundation Board meetings and activities, including preparing facilities and agenda; overseeing materials development; implementing Board directives; and communicating with the CRP Foundation Board between meetings.
• Lead the CRP Foundation Board in its strategic planning, and establish objectives based on goal and budget considerations agreed upon by the Board.
• Build the visibility of the CRP Foundation through social media, communications, partnerships, and earned media.

Qualifications

• · Rich experience of principles, methods and practices of the development profession; knowledge of research techniques and resources in the fields of philanthropy; and proven experience in applying this knowledge to develop and carry out fundraising campaigns.

Education and Experience

• A Bachelor’s Degree is required with preference being in Business or Non-Profit Management; a Master’s Degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant fundraising or sales experience with a preferred consideration to the CFRE designation.
• Strong project management skills. Must be able to interact and communicate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Knowledge and understanding of the data and information required from a CRM (Constituent Relationship Management) software system to lend to the strategic development and success of the fundraising initiatives.
• Must be a self-starter with motivation to reach established goals.
• Strong communication skills are required.

For complete job description and instructions on how to apply visit https://hodge-group.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/CRP-RFP-for-ED.pdf