Director of Development and Donor Engagement

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SUMMARY:   The Director of Development and Donor Engagement (Director) is responsible for designing, implementing and coordinating a development plan for an assigned pool of donors and potential donors. The Director will help to identify, qualify, cultivate and solicit support from individuals, alumni, parents, friends, faculty/staff, and others to fund immediate and long-term goals of the university.

The Director will be the lead donor relations manager for the Division, working closely with the Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives and the Vice President for Institutional Advancement to create and implement strategic stewardship and cultivations strategies, special projects, and events to generate financial support.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Development, the Director is responsible for understanding the needs and interests of major donors and potential donors in order to develop relationships between them and the university, resulting in support for the institution. The Director is required to travel throughout Ohio and may travel more broadly as needs arise.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

  • Actively manage a portfolio of 200 to 250 assigned prospects and donors for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
  • Proactively seek opportunities to generate new proposals based on donor interests and institutional priorities.
  • Solicit major gifts of $25,000 or more with an emphasis on gifts at the six- and seven-figure range designated for endowment, capital or program needs.
  • Write proposals for solicitation of own prospects and aid in the preparation of other proposals.
  • Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle:
  1. initiate contacts with potential donors;
  2. develop appropriate cultivation strategies for them, including working with volunteers;
  3. move potential donors in an appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure.
  • Sustain positive and mutually-rewarding relations between the University and its donors.
  • Partner with members of the University community to determine the best strategies for effective solicitation and stewardship of donors.
  • Maintain ongoing and active networking with internal and external constituencies – some of which may include: Westerville Otterbein Women’s Club, Friends organizations, and key initiatives on campus.
  • Manage special projects as it relates to donor cultivation and carry out fundraising priorities.
  • Accountable for developing and achieving fundraising goals, annual and long-term objectives for assigned portfolio.  Work within budgets to support those goals.
  • Work with University leadership, faculty/staff to create an understanding of the University’s programs and resources that can be leveraged for donor development and constituent engagement.
  • Collaborate with Alumni Relations and Family Engagement to identify prospects and implement engagement strategies to strengthen the major gift pipeline.
  • Manage and engage prospects in permanent stewardship.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director, develop and manage planned giving initiatives.
  • Collaborate with Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives, create and implement university-wide stewardship and cultivation strategy that includes, but is not limited to, high level cultivation events and special initiatives that further develop major giving pipeline.
  • Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: The Director of Development and Donor Engagement may have supervisory responsibilities as needed for the Development Associate, in cooperation with the Executive Director, and possibly for student workers.

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.

MISSION CRITICAL COMPETENCIES: Extremely important are the knowledge and ability to create, execute and/or support, and oversee a comprehensive campus-wide donor acknowledgement and recognition plan, including advising on complex and carefully orchestrated cultivation events and programs for the University’s major donors. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential.

The candidate must be able to generate creative solutions for stewarding donors.  This requires an ability think strategically about donor engagement. Excellent social skills, with large groups as well as with individuals, is required.

Proven skills and ability to manage multi-phase projects from inception to completion, including the ability to build consensus among team members and balance multiple concurrent priorities. It is necessary for the candidate to possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Being detail oriented, well organized, focused and goal-oriented, with a high level of initiative and energy, is essential, as well as adept at problem solving and using judgment in situations requiring independent initiative and tact.

Director of Development and Donor Engagement interacts on behalf of the University with all of the University’s various constituencies. Must display a high level of maturity and personal integrity and ability to understand, develop, and sustain resilient and dynamic relationships with donors, colleagues, and senior management.

Broad knowledge of the principles of fundraising; ability to see and understand the objectives of development and individual giving, as well as, the Institutional Advancement division, and to integrate goals with those objectives; ability to initiate, analyze, monitor, evaluate and alter strategic advancement plans; ability to articulate the case for support so that individuals accept the institution’s goals.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Qualified candidates will minimally hold a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university and have at least 2 years of non-profit experience. Candidate must have documented success at securing gifts $25,000 or larger.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must have a valid driver’s license.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: The ability to interact comfortably, tactfully, and effectively with varied internal and external constituencies is essential. Must demonstrate excellent verbal and writing skills including an exceptional command of grammatical rules and AP Style Guidelines. Must be able to project voice and do public speaking in both small and large group settings.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must be competent in general math.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Knowledge of general office procedures.  Must be able to use general office equipment, work in a complex customer relations management database, and willing to learn and employ new technologies.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment in unusual or new situations.  Must be able to work independently. Must retain confidential information, thus confidentiality and discretion are mandatory.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position does not require unusual physical ability. Little physical exertion is involved, although considerable pressures exist; ability to handle tension and stress in a positive manner is required. No risks or discomforts are imposed upon this position by the physical surroundings or job situation.

Must have the ability to travel both on and off campus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting. Must be able to meet regular and predictable attendance standards. Occasional travel, evening and weekend work is expected.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty.

Otterbein University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Otterbein University is committed to providing a welcoming environment free from unlawful discrimination. To this end, the University prohibits any form of discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, creed, marital status, partnership status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, military status, or any other legally protected status in its programs and activities. However, the University’s commitment to a nondiscriminatory environment is not intended to abridge unduly its commitment to academic freedom, free speech, or its educational mission. Inquiries or complaints regarding any form of discrimination or harassment may be directed to:

Scott Fitzgerald Director of Human Resources and Legal Affairs

Title IX Coordinator

614.823.1130

[email protected]

Development Officer

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Development Officer – Full Time (12 months)

Summary and Scope of Role

The Development Officer is responsible for facilitating, building, and maintaining external relationships with both corporate and community donors and partners. The Development Officer works closely in collaboration with the Chief Advancement Officer, and the Director of Development to advance Marburn’s mission and reach both in the community and region. The Development Officer is responsible for executing against our guiding strategy and managing of Marburn’s corporate fundraising efforts and major donor cultivation. This includes leading our major gifts campaign, planned giving strategies, and cultivating all current and potential major donors within greater Columbus region. The focus of this role is primarily external facing within the region to identify and develop potential donors and strategic partnerships, and in addition to stewarding current corporate/major donors. The Development Officer serves on the Institutional Advancement Team. The Development Officer reports directly to the Director of Development.

Responsibilities

School Culture and School Operations

• Understanding of and a commitment to Marburn Academy’s Vision and Mission
• Conduct self in presence of students, parents, donors and visitors in manner which models the Core Values and behaviors Marburn seeks to teach
• Consistently and effectively use the conflict resolution guidelines
• Develop and sustain relationships with colleagues, parents, and members of the Marburn
Academy community that are professional, collegial, and collaborative
• Manage confidentiality aspect of student, parent, and colleague relationships,
and of internal Marburn affairs according to established school guidelines
• Establish and maintain appropriate personal “boundaries” in relationships with students,
parents, and colleagues
• Attend and participate in professional development opportunities
• Abide by all policies articulated in the Student and Employee Handbook and other school and board policies
• Represent and support the school at various functions both internally and externally relative to the role
• Effectively perform other duties assigned by the Head of School, Associate Head of School, and/or member of Leadership Team
• Support the school and its leadership
• Serve on school-wide and standing committees as needed

Development and Fundraising

• Identify, cultivate, and steward major donors, and develop strategies to expand the current base of philanthropic revenue sources for the school.
• Collaborate with other teams throughout the organization to ensure success of fundraising efforts.
• Work with the chair of the Advancement committee to set fundraising agendas, provide data, and coordinate fundraising efforts in tandem with the CAO and the Director of Development.
• In collaboration with the Director of Development, act as primary point person for the annual Gala fundraiser: lead committee meetings, oversee faculty, staff and parent volunteer involvement, oversee auction solicitation and sponsorship fulfillment;
• Develop and write foundation proposals and budgets, lead monthly internal grants meeting, oversee compliance and reporting;
• Oversee volunteer/associate engagement strategies with corporate partners;
• Responsible for writing and entering donor contact reports, with a disciplined and methodical approach in maintaining complete and accurate donor records

Qualifications and Skills

• Alignment with Marburn’s mission and core values.
• A bachelor’s degree is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Proven experience in development and fundraising, preferably at a non-profit institution with an educational component. Individuals with a sales background may also be considered.
• Experience working with and connecting to a large and diverse community of people.
Demonstrated strengths in interpersonal skills and collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively use a variety of programs and software, including database programs.

Legal Requirements

• All employees of Marburn Academy must pass required criminal record checks and appropriate background checks, including proof of academic credentials.

Physical Requirement

• Ability to stand, traverse, and present for extended periods of time “two plus hours” or more
• Ability to visually detect, observe and recognize
• Verbally and audibly communicate and exchange information with ability to position oneself to do so
• Ability to participate in outdoor activities of the school as needed
• Ability to move, lift and position:
○ Regularly up to 10lbs
○ Frequently up to 11lbs-30lbs
○ Occasionally over 30lbs
○ Rarely up to 50lbs with assistance as required

Hours

• Monday-Friday: 7:30am-4:30pm
• Occasionally, the staff member will be required to participate in certain activities such as afternoon       or evening events, and overnight or weekend programs that will occur outside of the regular daily hours mentioned above (e.g., Graduation, Curriculum Night, Gala, Marburn sponsored seminars, , etc.).

To apply: Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Marburn Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Marketing Specialist

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Our Mission:

Home for Families believes that families deserve and have the right to housing, economic, and educational stability.

Our Values:

Passionate, Inclusive, Genuine, Innovative, Adaptable

Position Overview:

Develops and implements support materials and services for marketing, communication, fundraising, community engagement and public relations. Provides administrative support for the Advancement Team and manages special projects and event planning. This position reports to the Director of Advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

● Publish a variety of print and digital content with a focus on producing engaging materials, webpages and social media that are visually appealing and provide an overall rich experience for donors and visitors.
● Manage all digital postings to ensure content is on-brand and search-and social – optimized
● Produce all print and email campaigns, soliciting content from internal sources, and manage review, testing and sending
● Own and execute social media strategy across channels as the primary drivers of Home for Families messages, appeals, website traffic, and other critical platforms for building brand and issue awareness
● Update and maintain website in real time to reflect current Home for Families’ messaging
● Create and update marketing materials and documents in support of fundraising, donor stewardship and programs
● Seek regular opportunities for Board, CEO/President, Director of Advancement, Associate Director of Advancement and Community Engagement Specialist to engage with Community Impact Partners, Major Donors, Foundations, and other organizations.
● Coordinate and support Advancement Team projects, outreach and products as needed
● Provides administrative support for the Director of Advancement
● All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

● Embraces the mission of Home for Families and represents the values of the Organization on a regular basis
● Exhibits strong interpersonal and writing skills
● Minimum three (3) years’ progressively responsible and successful experience working in Marketing and Communications, preferably in the nonprofit sector
● Previous experience successfully managing a marketing and communications program
● Applied knowledge working with online communications, social media and content management
● Proficient in Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, SharePoint, InDesign or similar software, Adobe, and in-depth knowledge of PR/Social tools
● Proven ability to create successful relationships with donors, staff, and coworkers
● Demonstrates follow through on tasks and goals as demonstrated in previous work history
● Possesses a valid Ohio driver’s license and ability to provide proof of automobile insurance
● Successfully passes a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen
● Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or approved accommodation for such on file
● Regular and predictable attendance required

Assistant Director of Development, Leadership Annual Giving

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Assistant Director of Development, Leadership Annual Giving

The Ohio State University  

Columbus, Ohio

Department:

Advancement | Alumni Association

The Ohio State University’s Individual Philanthropic Strategy team (IPS) is hiring 6 new Assistant Directors of Development to focus on leadership annual giving. Assistant Directors broaden the community of donor support for the university and its Wexner Medical Center by establishing relationships with donors, alumni and volunteers, soliciting leadership-level annual gifts targeting $1,000-$99,999, and identifying future major gift donors to the university.

 

The Assistant Directors will meet with and solicit a high volume of undiscovered prospective donors and be responsible for proactively managing a large portfolio of active donors. This role requires frequent travel including approximately two overnight trips per month plus regular in-state travel and is responsible for managing an allocated budget. This position will utilize reporting and analysis tools to determine direct fundraising effectiveness, activities and strategies and will be measured on established metrics to include meetings, dollars and major gift referrals.

 

Reporting to a Director of Leadership Annual Giving, these positions operate with a high degree of independence, decision-making capabilities and judgment. The ability to maintain confidentiality, negotiate and be organized and analytical are a must. Assistant Directors of Development are expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills (including tact, diplomacy, and discretion) when interacting with donors, alumni and volunteers and create and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues from a variety of disciplines across Advancement and the university. Successful candidates will be excellent verbal and written communicators who have the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and demands.  

 

All members of Advancement are part of creating an inclusive culture that inspires an exceptionally diverse and talented team and are measured on their adherence to the following core competencies:  leadership, continuous improvement, teamwork and collaboration, and communication/interpersonal effectiveness. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

 

90%       Fundraising

 

Meets activity and revenue goals by planning, managing, and maintaining an aggressive travel schedule; raises unrestricted leadership annual gifts to fund core university priorities, particularly for the colleges and units; effectively communicates progress of cultivation efforts and results of visits to appropriate personnel. Efficiently manages a large portfolio of leadership annual giving prospects; qualifies prospects for potential major gift capacity and interest; provides appropriate background on prospects to be assigned to major gift portfolios. Proactively cultivates and solicits Ohio State donors, alumni, volunteers and grateful patients capable of making leadership annual gifts to the university with a target of approximately 240 meetings per year. Conducts appropriate stewardship activities to further enhance the relationship between assigned donors and The Ohio State University; initiates and maintains contact to promote positive donor relations.

 

5%         Collaboration

Creates and maintains working relationships with colleagues from a variety of disciplines across Advancement, the university and Wexner Medical Center; works in tandem with Individual Philanthropic Strategy teammates to provide a central service to other colleges/units and healthcare service lines; acts as a liaison between a prospective major gift donor and appropriate officer

 

5%         Miscellaneous

Contributes to Advancement by fostering and exhibiting teamwork; participates on internal committees/workgroups as appropriate; performs other duties as assigned.

 

Performance Objectives

 

During first 3 months

Begin onboarding program with cohort of peers and get to know colleagues.

Learn about advancement’s structure, resources, priorities, and core values.

Build relationships with partners across advancement and in assigned colleges/units.

Hit the road and begin to meet prospects, donors and volunteers in the assigned portfolio.

 

During first 3-6 months

Begin discovery work to build the pipeline of qualified prospective donors.

Establish solicitation strategies for qualified prospects, engaging partners as necessary.

Incorporate best practice solicitation strategies for portfolio assignments.

 

During first 6-12 months

Continue building a portfolio of qualified prospects.

Move the prospects through the donor engagement process.

Continue working towards meeting team and individual performance goals/metrics by soliciting and closing gifts.

 

Metrics and Collaboration:

The annual performance of all fundraisers at Ohio State is measured by the number of qualifications, cultivations, solicitations, commitments and dollars raised the individual accrues over each fiscal year.  Each fundraiser may have different expectations regarding these figures based upon, but not limited to, their experience level, unit size, prospect portfolio, past performance, etc.  Goal setting is done with the individual’s manager prior to each fiscal year to assure transparency, consistency and alignment.

 

All fundraisers at Ohio State are encouraged and expected to collaborate with their colleagues across the institution and can be counted as ‘Secondary’ on a gift in the solicitation, commitment and dollars raised phases of the development cycle.  A secondary fundraiser can be considered when a team is working on a multi-unit gift, the fundraiser is a subject matter expert in an area critical to the solicitation or a fundraiser has a pre-existing, meaningful relationship with the donor and their participation helps move the gift forward.

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education/experience
  • At least one year of professional fundraising experience or professional transferable experience (i.e., managing relationships with required measurable output, making calls, conducting face-to-face appointments, creating and presenting proposals, and other fundamental elements of client relationship or sales-related activities)

 

Desired Qualifications:

  • At least one year of professional fundraising experience raising the highest level of philanthropic gifts at an organization (preferably five or six figures and above)
  • At least one year 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
  • Familiarity with the development function at Ohio State and knowledge of Ohio State’s donor database (TAS)

 

Additional Information:

The salary range for this position is $50,000 – $71,700

 

How to Apply

https://osujoblinks.com/0zlu  

 

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other bases under the law. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit the Equal Employment Identification form.

 

Chief Development Officer

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Introduction to Easterseals Central and Southeast Ohio
Easterseals’ purpose is to change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day. For 100 years, the organization has been an indispensable resource for people with disabilities and their families offering a variety of services to address life’s challenges and to help individuals achieve personal goals.

In 2021, Easterseals served over 15,000 families in a 29-county territory at Easterseals’ four facilities as well as in homes, schools, and communities. Families benefit from specialized, high-quality programs that center on the individuals and their individual potential, rather than placing emphasis on their disabilities.

Easterseals’ core programs and services provide transformational support to children, adults, families, and caregivers across their lifespan. Services for children and their families combine joyful, engaging programming and high-impact early intervention support. While services for adults meet people where they are, centering individual abilities and goals while providing best-in-class supportive and rehabilitative service.

The Opportunity
Easterseals Central and Southeast Ohio seeks a strategic, experienced leader to oversee the growth and evolution of the organization’s fund development strategies. The Chief Development Officer (CDO) will be a thought partner to a visionary Chief Executive Officer and a peer to an experienced, committed team of leaders who share an unwavering commitment to the organization’s mission to make major, positive, and life-changing differences for those facing special needs in today’s world.

It is an extraordinary time for Easterseals Central and Southeast Ohio. The organization is building on the momentum of a transformational gift from Mackenzie Scott in 2021 and investing in strategies and systems that will further the mission for years to come. The CDO will have an opportunity to leverage the organization’s data-driven development plan and visionary strategic plan to inspire investment in the life-changing programs offered by Easterseals.

The Chief Development Officer (CDO) will be a strategic and dynamic fund development leader who has a deep understanding of fundraising principles, methods, and tactics. The CDO will be highly collaborative and a strong motivator who will promote a culture of philanthropy among the board, volunteers, and staff that will result in increased philanthropic support to the organization. The new executive will have a passion for ensuring people with disabilities reach their full potential. As a member of the senior management team, the CDO will take responsibility for educating, mentoring, and inspiring colleagues’ contributions that will further the impact of Easterseals Central and Southeastern Ohio.

 

About the Position
The CDO works shoulder-to-shoulder with the Chief Executive Officer to ensure the organization continues to build its resources:

  • through effective donor relationship building;
  • leveraging donor relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations in the communities Easterseals serves;
  • implementing a comprehensive fund-development plan with a focus on major individual giving;
  • capitalizing on decades of exemplary service in Southeast Ohio to engage donors in the region; and
  • elevating Easterseals’ brand awareness in the region.

 

Key Position Functions

  • Fund Development Strategy and Planning
  • Development and Fundraising Tactics
  • Fund Development Operations and Team Management
  • Culture of Philanthropy and Case for Support
  • Board and Volunteer Relations
  • Donor Relations and Stewardship
  • Development Communications

Qualifications
Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field
  • Five years’ experience in nonprofit fund development management that includes managing a team
  • Demonstrated experience building and managing relationships with diverse groups and audiences
  • Demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations
  • An understanding of and experience with donor databases and systems

Desired

  • Experience with grant writing
  • Experience with planned giving and endowments
  • Capital campaign experience
  • Master’s degree
  • CFRE

Application Process
Benefactor Group is pleased to be assisting Easterseals Central and Southeastern Ohio with this executive search. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. All applications are considered highly confidential. To be considered for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to:

 

Benefactor Group Recruitment Team

[email protected]

http://www.benefactorgroup.com

 

Candidates are urged to visit the Easterseals website at: https://www.easterseals.com/centralohio/

You may view the full position profile here: https://bit.ly/EastersealsCDO

Director of Development

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WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

New Directions Career Center seeks a mission-oriented Development Director to effectively grow, implement, and manage the organization’s fund development goals and strategies. The role is a unique opportunity to build and execute an organizational fund development plan and raise awareness of the critical and impactful work that New Directions does in the Central Ohio community.

The successful candidate will have strong marketing, relationship management, and fund development experience. The Development Director will report to the Executive Director and will continuously enhance the organization’s ability to meet the strategic objective of achieving financial sustainability.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The Development Director has responsibility for:

Developing, implementing, and measuring/evaluating a long-term fund development plan that achieves the organization’s strategic objective of increasing financial sustainability
Managing and coordinating agency special events
Managing the organization’s donor and volunteer engagement strategy with an inclusion lens to expand the pool of donors/volunteers
Overseeing the marketing, communications, and brand management for New Directions to extend our reach in supporting women and increasing support for NDCC

Fund Development Plan

Drives the development, implementation and evaluation of an organizational fund development plan that includes strategies for grants, sponsorships, solicitation of major gifts, planned giving, events, giving campaigns, endowment fund, and prospective donors
Conducts data-driven analysis and reporting of fund development plan performance
Event Management

Manages and coordinates special events, including the annual Women of Promise event
Organizes and facilitates event committees by working closely with the Chair, monitoring action items and engaging committee members to ensure successful event outcomes
Assists in preparation of budgets for events
Tracks and reports on event outcomes including net revenue and cost/benefit analysis
Coordinates contracts with event vendors and in-kind donors
Manages organization event compliance
Donor and Volunteer Engagement and Tracking

Develops and cultivates positive and inclusive relationships with diverse community, civic and corporate leaders
Builds and maintains effective relationships with staff, stakeholders, and members of the Board of Directors
Utilizes and manages agency’s fundraising technology platforms including Bloomerang, Classy, Constant Contact, and website in order to maximize donor relations
Provides reporting and analysis from agency’s CRM

Marketing and Communications

Coordinates all marketing and communications needs related to the fund development plan including event marketing, outcome publications, and donor outreach materials
Manages contractors and volunteers who support marketing and communications
Recruits volunteers (non-board members) to assist with marketing and fundraising activities and committees
Promotes deep appreciation for and sensitivity to diverse stakeholders’ cultures in all communications activities
Ensures compliance with brand guidelines within web, social media, and digital fundraising/marketing platforms

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO US:

Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience; Marketing or Communication degree preferred
Demonstrated experience leading fundraising activities with a record of strong performance meeting and exceeding targets
Three or more years’ of experience in non-profit fund development
Exceptional interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
Strong passion for the Mission and support for Core Values of New Directions, including a deep commitment to New Directions’ equity and inclusion focus
Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Must work well in a small, fast-paced organization – both independently and as part of a cohesive diverse team
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with diverse stakeholders
Brand management experience
Strong technology skills – proficiency working within CRM/donor management platforms, Windows 10, Microsoft applications, Google applications, remote meeting platforms
Personal Characteristics

You thrive in a creative, inventive, and collaborative environment with people who are passionate about their work and mission
You are an advocate for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
You are focused on relationship development and rapport building with stakeholders
You take a strengths-based, data-driven, and results-oriented approach to your work
You are a forward-looking catalyst for positive social change
You are a resourceful thinker
You are an effective communicator with strong oral and written skills
You are tech savvy and can troubleshoot tech challenges in a supportive way
You stand behind our mission, believing that individuals, particularly women, from any community have the capacity to achieve their goals and access well-paying and valuable career positions
WHY WORK HERE?

New Directions Career Center practices what we teach in our career development, wellness-based programs. We believe our staff is the heart and soul of the organization and are positive agents of change for a more equitable and inclusive community. Our workplace culture celebrates diversity and is challenging, supportive, collaborative and mission-driven. We take a genuine interest in career paths and work-life balance.

You’ll enjoy a welcoming and casual professional environment with self-development opportunities and supportive leadership. New Directions provides health, vision, dental, and life insurance and short term disability in addition to generous paid time off benefits. If you want to work in a small and mighty progressive organization, where you can build something meaningful and have fun while doing it, we would love to hear from you.

About New Directions:

New Directions Career Center is in its 42nd year of providing high quality career counseling, education, and supportive services to help thousands of women achieve affirming and satisfying career paths. We accomplish our mission of uplifting and empowering women to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency by offering a holistic suite of career development programs, workshops, and individualized services including career counseling, employment readiness and placement services, mediation services, and support services.

President, Foundation/Chief Development Officer

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Summa Health seeks a visionary, and strategically-minded leader to assume the role of President, Foundation/Chief Development Officer. This role will be located at the Summa Health Corporate Office in Akron, Ohio.

The President of Summa Foundation and Summa Health Chief Development Officer (CDO) is the lead fundraising executive for Summa Health. In this role, the President/CDO provides visionary, strategic and operational leadership for the Summa Health Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation serving the mission of Summa Health.

As a member of the senior executive team, the President/CDO creates, plans, coordinates as appropriate, and supports the execution of successful initiatives in principal gifts, planned giving, grants and annual giving. The President/CDO passionately leads collaborative fundraising initiatives, identifies and supports system-wide implementation of best practices, and provides centralized development services to fulfill the philanthropic potential of the organization.

The President/CDO also inspires trust and camaraderie while serving in partnership with hospital executive staff, physicians, and Board members of Summa Health and Summa Health Foundation. This motivational leader strives to foster a vibrant culture of gratitude and ensure that fund development is executed in keeping with the organization’s mission, vision and core values.

Formal Education Required:

Advanced degree preferred.

Experience & Training Required:

Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of comprehensive fundraising management and leadership experience, preferably in large healthcare system.
Experience in successfully soliciting and managing major and principal gifts.
Major campaign experience, including planning and successful implementation.
Experience in building, mentoring, and motivating a team in a complex organization with demonstrated skill in developing strong teams and collaborations.

Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:

Ability to cultivate relationships across the organization
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability to demonstrate an ability to enhance fundraising results
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Ability and motivation interest to lead a professional team through the planning process and execution of successful fund raising efforts and campaigns
Ability to function independently and facilitate collaborative interaction
Ability to understand the role and use of information systems in development
Must possess in-depth marketing skills related to health care and its causes for philanthropic support
Demonstrated ability to identify current or future board members, orients current and new board members, and engages an independent board of directors to achieve the strategic and tactical goals of the Foundation.
Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with patients/customers with the understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity

Key Essential Duties:

Strategic Planning– In conjunction with the President and CEO of Summa Health System and the Chairman of the Foundation Board of Directors, develops and updates strategic plan for the Foundation. The Foundation strategic plan will complement the system strategic plan. Objectives to achieve plan goals will be established annually and be reflected in the business/management plans and the annual budget.

Fundraising- Guides an energetic team that will develop plans to create proposal development strategies and implements them across individual, corporate, foundation and public sector resources. Prepares the Foundation for launch and successful execution of a comprehensive fundraising campaign.

Operations– Oversees all Foundation administrative functions at the highest level, developing and overseeing an operating budget, directing strategic communications and messaging efforts for the Foundation in alignment with System marketing and communications. Gains consensus on and creates compelling philanthropic cases for system-wide support aligned with institutional vision and goals.

Assists the Foundation Board in defining the role of the Foundation members.

Stewardship Specialist

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Position:
The vision of Design Outreach (DO) is to see marginalized and low-income communities transformed physically, economically, and spiritually. The mission is to alleviate global poverty through life-sustaining technology.

The Stewardship Specialist (SS) reports to the Chief Stewardship Officer (CSO) and helps to support all advancement activities.
• Collaborate with the CSO to implement the strategy for individual gift relationship management (track, manage, nurture, upgrade) to meet short and long-term fundraising goals of the organization.
• Develop long-term relationships to build on a firm understanding of donors’ interests, passions, and values as they relate to the mission of the organization.
• Engage, cultivate, and deepen a constituent’s relationship with DO to support the overall goals of the Advancement Office and CSO.
• Identify and reconnect unengaged constituent groups.
• Serve as liaison to DO by Identifying, engaging, and re-engaging constituents in central Ohio.

Key Responsibilities:
• Direct stewardship activities to assist with fundraising in central Ohio. The SS works closely with the CSO in all communication endeavors.

Key Responsibilities Details:
• Create, integrate, and implement short, intermediate, and long-term individual gifts from constituents.
• Utilize constituent relationship management system and fundraising software.
• Manage relationships with annual donors including prospect solicitation, briefings with primary solicitors, and follow-up.
• Cultivate and expand strategy giving by planned gift prospects and integrate planned gift objectives into donor requests in collaboration with the CSO.
• With the CSO and marketing team, develop briefing memos, proposals, and stewardship materials for the organization.
• Monitor weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual organizational activity and reporting to achieve fundraising revenue goals.
• Assist with review and verification of annual and major donor recognition lists.
• Track and report relationship management activity by using constituent relationship database including identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of current and prospective donors.

Requirements:
• Understands and supports the mission of a Christ-centered organization dedicated to sharing the Gospel by word and deed.
• Passion and agreement with Design Outreach’s vision and motivation, as outlined in the case for support and employee handbook.
• Kingdom and abundance-minded when working with ministry partners.
• Can work effectively with donors, volunteers, and allied organizations, many of whom may be motivated by a deep commitment to serving Jesus Christ.
• Core understanding of best practices and ability to learn quickly, including being able to implement development plans, and meet quarterly and annual goals.
• Provide attention to detail and strong project management skills.
• Outstanding communication (writing, oral, presentation) and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Suite computer skills.
• Ability to commit to 20 hours per week.
• Must live in Ohio with the ability to meet with donors and/or prospects.
• 1+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience.
• BS/BA in business administration, marketing, communications, or equivalent field; MS/MA a plus

Timeline:

·        Position start date is negotiable, and interviews will be ongoing until the position is filled.

·        Please send cover letter/resume to Rhonda Davis-Comoretto at [email protected]

Development Associate

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School Year: 2022-2023

Position: Development Associate

Campus: Home Office

Reports to: Associate Development Director

The United Schools Network (USN) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio. After founding its first school in 2008, it has worked together with incredible leaders to open three more schools in the span of ten years. Each USN school is an open enrollment, public charter school that works diligently to close the opportunity gap in Columbus. Moreover, the mission of all USN schools is to transform lives and our communities through the power of education, while maintaining our vision: For every child, an open door.

USN currently operates two high-performing elementary schools (K-5) and two high-performing middle schools (6-8) that serve more than 1,000 students. We strive to provide students with a rigorous academic experience in a joyful learning environment, and we work hard to ensure that students of all levels grow and succeed by focusing on intentional student support and continual improvement.

Position Description

The Development Associate (DA) position is a unique opportunity for talented individuals to pursue their interest in fundraising while honing their administrative skills to support the development team at United Schools Network.  This individual will support donor relations by managing recurring pledges and renewals as well as acknowledging donors and volunteers in meaningful ways.  Additionally, the DA will thrive in the areas of organization and detail-orientation and demonstrate this through their ability to maintain accurate records and reports through DonorPerfect.  Lastly, this position supports program and event needs through grant writing and reporting, while maintaining a strong emphasis on the community of fundraising to support and serve our schools on the whole.

Joining Our Team

USN Core Traits:

  • Mission-Driven. USN team members believe deeply in the mission of United Schools Network: to transform lives and our communities through the power of education.
  • Growth Mindset. USN team members believe in their ability, and the ability of all students, to grow and improve.
  • Relationship-Driven. USN team members get proximate to USN students, families, and colleagues to develop authentic relationships that inform work in the classroom.
  • Conscientiousness. USN team members are professional, reliable, diligent, and pay attention to detail.
  • Emotionally Constant. USN team members maintain a sense of calm while addressing a number of priorities.

Qualifications:

  • Holds a B.A./B.S. degree.
  • Minimum of 1-2 year(s) of fundraising experience preferred (internships qualify).

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Comfortability with Google products, Microsoft Office, and CRMs – especially DonorPerfect, for effective communication and completion of job responsibilities.
  • Able to genuinely convey information and emotion in writing and photography.
  • Strong leadership, partnership-building and organizational skills.
  • Personal and professional integrity with willingness to abide by the Donor Bill of Rights, the AFP code of Ethics, and the Development Team Vision, Mission, and Core Values.
  • Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from team members.
  • Willingness to take personal responsibility for the affairs of the network.
  • Ability to learn from one’s mistakes.

Terms of Employment

Applications will be considered immediately.

  • This is a full-time position.
  • Report times are typically Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., although some job-related tasks can be expected outside of these hours.

Salary: $38,000/year

Benefits: 

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Employees are eligible to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).

Apply online at unitedschoolsnetwork.org/join.

All USN schools are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Associate Director of Development, Major Giving (College of Business)

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The Associate Director of Development will serve as a major gifts officer on behalf of the Ohio University College of Business and for University Advancement. The successful candidate will be responsible for the identification of potential major-gift donors and will work directly with the College of Business Dean and Executive Advisory Board (EAB),and will coordinate activities and events to engage donors and prospective supporters.

The incumbent will also identify and engage regional development markets in collaboration with development colleagues; initiate first alumni contact for the dean, faculty and other administrators; maintain development travel schedules; and coordinate all development staff and gift stewardship activities with donor relations. The Associate Director will work closely with University Advancement’s Central Programs and Development offices on strategies for donors related to those gift vehicles; coordinate strategic development events; develop major gifts pipeline to build a qualified prospect base for the college; and serve as liaison between the faculty, staff, students, potential supporters (individuals, corporations and foundations), and the Office of the Vice President for Advancement.

Primary responsibilities include:
1. Serve as the development officer for the College of Business by managing and meeting priorities and goals that coincide with strategic plans as defined by University Advancement and the college. (25% of time)
2. Identify constituents that may provide private support to Ohio University while acting as fundraiser/strategist/advisor for the unit and/or project(s) and secure dollar commitment at a level established for said unit. (20% of time)
3. Work collaboratively with the Central Programs and Development staff as needed to verify, cultivate, and solicit constituents for major gifts for the university and work with appropriate campus offices to plan, implement, and oversee stewardship programs. (20% of time)
4. Plan, implement, and coordinate cultivation activities for prospects and donors. Initiate, develop, and coordinate delivery of proposals to prospective supporters. (20% of time)
5. Interface with the external relations agents (i.e. Alumni Relations, Development, Deans, and individual unit/project personnel) to coordinate events and activities involving alumni in the pursuit of identifying, cultivating, and soliciting major gift prospects. (15% of time)

LOCATION and TRAVEL:
– The incumbent will have the option to work from OHIO’s Advancement offices on the Athens and/or Dublin campuses and will be willing to travel to the Athens, Ohio, campus regularly (once or twice a month) for business meetings as well as for special events and/or donor visits. Additionally, the option for flexwork (including work from home) several days a week will be available.
– The Associate Director must have the ability and willingness to travel frequently.

About University Advancement:
The Division of University Advancement is a multi-faceted unit within Ohio University that builds and strengthens relationships that inspire investments of time, talent, and treasure in the University and its mission. The Division engages alumni and friends in the life of the University and secures private support that advances the University’s strategic initiatives. Through local, regional, state, and worldwide engagement, University Advancement shares OHIO’s story and furthers its mission and vision across the globe. The Division of University Advancement is committed to excellent customer service, fostering collaborative work environments, and celebrating a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s degree

-At least 2 years experience in fundraising, development, sales, business development, or related

An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

Salary and Benefits:
The target hiring range for this position is $58,972 to $68,556. The range for pay grade 18 is $58,972 to $98,125. Salary is commensurate with education and experience while also considering internal equity. For more information on the pay structure and Pay Administration Guidelines please visit: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/compensation-pay

Also offering a RELOCATION allowance or SIGN ON BONUS of up to 10% of the base salary!

Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance, retirement benefits, educational benefits for themselves AND qualified dependents, domestic partner benefits, PAID parental leave, adoption benefits, generous PAID time off, and access to professional development programs. More detailed plan information can be found at: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits

Special Instructions to Applicant:
This position is being posted in conjunction with the Director of Development, Major Giving (https://www.ohiouniversityjobs.com/postings/41432). Only one position will be filled. The university is posting both positions to ensure a sufficient applicant pool to fill this need. The hiring department will first consider applicants from the higher-level position. If the applicant pool does not yield a successful candidate, the applicant pool from the lower-level position will then be evaluated. Applicants are encouraged to apply for either or both positions based upon their qualifications and interests.