Vice President, Community Engagement & Partnerships

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Position Title: Vice President, Community Engagement & Partnerships
Department: Advancement
Work Location: Columbus, OH Headquarters / WFH
Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt
Reports To: CEO
Target Base Salary: Commensurate with experience
Status: Accepting Applications

About the Role
Besa has sparked a movement of good – a wave of civic engagement that has rallied over 65,000 corporate and individual volunteers to give 150,000 hours and has made $58M in community impact. Now, we are seeking a Vice President of Community Engagement & Partnerships –  a new position –  to help propel us to our next. This role will be responsible for building and leading a fully integrated Advancement Department, which includes 50% earned revenue through our social enterprise and 50% contributed revenue. He/She/They will create a scalable strategy that advances our mission through partnerships, investments, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will be a values-driven human, resourceful problem-solver, and experienced fundraiser with demonstrated success.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of the annual advancement program that cultivates an integrated earned and contributed income strategy, ensuring current and potential stakeholders are engaged, inspired, and motivated to give.
  • Manage a portfolio of major prospects, successfully guiding them to deeper engagement and long-term partnerships.
  • Build and develop an exceptional advancement team, which includes staff, contractors, and fundraising consultants.
  • Evaluate current processes and develop new strategies to ensure partnerships, programming, and outcomes are aligned with expectations.
  • Increase awareness and positive positioning of the organization, ensuring consistent voice, messaging, and branding in all department communications.
  • Lead special projects as directed by the CEO.

Our Ideal Candidate

  • 6+ years fundraising and/or sales experience in a start-up, nonprofit, or social enterprise, working in and scaling $1M-$5M organizations with contributed and earned revenue streams.
  • Trustworthy, thoughtful, positive, and confident leader who acts with integrity.
  • Creative problem solver with strong entrepreneurial mindset who manages actionable plans and delivers tangible outcomes.
  • Experience building, nurturing, and leading teams; excellent listener adept at motivating teams and building consensus.
  • Experience meeting and exceeding fundraising and/or business development goals, securing significant agreements, and maintaining relationships.
  • Proficient using technology, including donor database software, Microsoft Office, Basecamp, and Adobe Suite.
  • Must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and be willing to follow CDC protocols, including mask-wearing.
  • Committed to the mission of Besa and a desire to change the world with us.

Travel Requirements
Because this position will require some local travel, reliable transportation is required.

Work Environment
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The physical demands and work environment described in this job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer and communicate with co-workers.  The employee is frequently required to stand or sit to complete work and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

What We Offer

  • Award-winning, entrepreneurial nonprofit, headquartered in German Village
  • Energetic and collaborative team driven by a mission to increase civic engagement
  • Competitive health, dental and vision benefits package, including retirement, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability benefits, and up to 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave
  • Generous PTO policy and paid holidays off
  • Professional development opportunities

To Apply
Besa seeks to maintain a diverse and welcoming workplace; therefore, candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected category.

Please view this job description as a general overview, but not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you are passionate about our mission and believe that you have the skills to contribute and lead in this role, we welcome you to apply.

Submit your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Membership Coordinator

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The National Veterans Memorial and Museum (NVMM) in Columbus, Ohio represents a national initiative of profound importance for our nation’s 20+ million living Veterans. There was previously no single monument or museum dedicated to the Veteran’s experience in the U.S. until today. With 30,000 square feet available for exhibit space, this new institution celebrates the service and honors the sacrifice of Veterans throughout history. Envisioned by the late Senator John Glenn (1921-2016), Colonel, USMC (Retired), as a gathering place for Veterans across the country, the museum opened to the public on October 27, 2018. NVMM presents the Veteran experience through the lens of personal stories and life-changing experiences from which visitors will be inspired to learn more about our country’s history and actively engage in their own communities as informed citizens. Today, the NVMM’s impact connects and supports Veterans nationwide thru online digital and impactful programming.

POSITION OVERVIEW – MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR
The NVMM seeks an energetic and engaging individual to support the Advancement Team in the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of new museum members as well as to support the logistical fulfillment process for the membership program. The Membership Coordinator must have excellent communication skills, strong fundraising and/or sales skills, problem-solving aptitude, a donor-centric approach, ability to work in an evolving and fast-paced environment, and regular weekend or after-hours availability for special events as needed.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

• Managing the acknowledgment process with an external partner of new member and renewed member packages
o Responsible for managing package components and inventory.
o When not acknowledgements are not outsourced, managing in-house acknowledgement process for members and donors on a weekly basis.
• Co-Management and analysis of Member data, lists, and metrics with Database Manager to provide program trends and recommend strategy.
• Point of contact for Members@ email inquiries and General Member Voicemails.
• Liaison with MarCom for the creation and management of digital solicitation copy to include email and social media.
• Connecting with members one-on-one to gather their story and affinity and developing marketing and promotional opportunities through leveraging stories.
• Shared responsibility for developing and coordinating the annual Thank-A-Thon and End-of-Year Stewardship Touchpoint with Members and Donors.
• Shared responsibility for developing and executing member events with a focus on existing member stewardship and cultivation, as well as attracting and engaging new members.
• Primary lead for gift entry of new members, donations, and renewal gifts – responsibility for coordinating entry among Advancement staff during high volume.
• Work alongside the Guest Experience Associates during museum open hours and at special events to convey membership messaging to cultivate and solicit new members.
• Function as part of the Advancement Team by assisting in identifying and referring potential major donors.
• This position reports to the Membership Manager and works closely with the Director of Advancement and Vice President for Advancement on integrating membership strategy within the wholistic fundraising strategy at NVMM.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR
• At least two years prior fundraising, and/or customer service experience is required.
• Proactive time management skills and the flexibility to pivot between tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to interact with persons of diverse jobs, backgrounds, and personalities.
• Donor-centric, extremely personable, and polite, comfortable and friendly while interacting with the public.
• Dependability, adaptability, and ability to work well with a team.
• Candidate must be able to maintain a professional manner by using tact, initiative, good judgment, and confidentiality always.

EDUCATION FOR MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR
Bachelor’s degree and minimum of two years of experience in sales, development, advancement relations, communications and/or marketing. The candidate must also have a collaborative professional philosophy, recognizing that this position is integral to the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Advancement Office and the organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES OF MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS: Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and professionally both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills a must.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION: Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, prioritize and plan work activities while meeting established deadlines. Strong organizational and time-management skills.

ANALYTICAL AND PRESENTATION SKILLS: Ability to evaluate, interpret, and present complex information effectively in professionally prepared documents or presentations. Must possess a demonstrated attention to detail in order to achieve a high degree of accuracy.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Proficient in the use of administrative systems software, such as Blackbaud, Raiser’s Edge, Colleague, Constant Contact, etc. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

LEARNING AGILITY: Independent and innovative self-starter who displays an ability to learn quickly and easily adapts to changing situations. Experience researching topics to gain knowledge and understanding when information gaps exist.

TEAMWORK: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues within the division and other units to gain full understanding of the project and the desired outcome; ability to produce high quality and consistent results with assistance of team members; provide support to teammates involved in complex and special projects requiring additional resources and specific expertise.

SALARY FOR MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR
Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. NVMM offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package along with complimentary parking.

NVMM APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications will be accepted for this position until filled. Only selected qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls will be accepted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The NVMM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military veteran status.

Development Manager

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Job Title: Development Manager

Location: Columbus, OH

Full time: 37.5 hours

Grade:  5

Reports To: Director of Development

 

Who We Are:

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia – by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,700 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may be diagnosed with the disease in the future.  Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to find out more about who we are and why we’ve been recognized as a Best Place to Work the last eleven years in a row.

Position Summary:

As the Development Manager you will lead the chapter in events such as the Walk to End Alzheimer’s and The Longest Day. You will join an exclusive team of leaders responsible for the implementation of Walk to End Alzheimer’s®   the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Walk to End Alzheimer’s® ranks as the second-largest peer-to-peer fundraising event in the United States, and continues to set the pace as one of the fastest growing walk events in the country.

More than a Do It Yourself Fundraiser, The Longest Day is a signature event of the Alzheimer’s Association, and is one of the fastest growing and unique campaigns of its kind in the world.

The Longest Day is leading the peer-to-peer fundraising space with innovation and creativity, providing an excellent opportunity to engage new audiences in the fight to end Alzheimer’s among many diverse activity groups, from the golfing and hiking communities to live streamers and bridge players.

Utilizing your proven networking and relationship building skills to cultivate key community connections, you will drive success and achieve revenue goals by strategically identifying and engaging community and corporate leaders and building and empowering sustainable volunteer committees.

As a successful fundraising leader who will manage multiple fundraising events simultaneously, you will coach and inspire your volunteers to implement and build on proven strategies and best practices that result in event growth year over year.

Responsibilities:

Essential functions and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Build sustainable corporate and community relationships that contribute to achieving event revenue goals and greater brand awareness
  • Recruit, manage, and coach volunteers to effectively implement best and proven practices to achieve fundraising goals
  • Manage multiple volunteer-led events simultaneously that result in revenue growth year over year
  • Successfully build a positive, healthy, and inclusive team environment that has resulted in long term community relationships
  • Achieve or surpass designated financial and participant goals through team and individual fundraising, corporate solicitation, and community partnerships
  • Prospect, cultivate and steward event teams, sponsors and participants
  • Manage event budgets, train volunteers, utilize timelines and translating data

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Proven experience in recruiting and mobilizing volunteers to achieve goals
  • Preferred peer-to-peer fundraising experience or equivalent sales background

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Confident, goal-oriented, positive self-starter able to work independently with limited supervision and collaboratively with internal and external partners
  • Demonstrated ability to form and develop corporate relationships and partnerships
  • Ability to manage large numbers of volunteers at different levels of expertise with diplomacy
  • Ability to work with diverse communities and demonstrate inclusion
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including verbal and written
  • Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% within the assigned territory by car. Travel in this case, is considered time spent away from the office, in the community, to fulfil the job goals.
  • While most such travel is the same day, occasional overnight travel or air travel may be required. Must have a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle, good driving record and proof of automobile insurance.
  • Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required for the job
  • Ability to bend, stoop, lift and transport up to 25 lbs of materials
  • Strong computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products and social media; experience with, or ability to rapidly learn, Luminate/Convio software

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.

Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.

The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace and provides consideration for an employment relationship without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, genetic predisposition, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

 

Administrative and Marketing Coordinator

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Administrative and Marketing Coordinator
Position Overview

The Administrative and Marketing Coordinator will provide high-level, day-to-day administrative support for The Hodge Group’s key executives while overseeing the execution of strategic marketing outreach priorities in collaboration with the core team. The position will deliver on diverse projects and coordinate a wide variety of initiatives for senior leadership. From day one, this position will be integral to the enhancement and fulfillment of our growth and our client services. This is an important role in a fast-paced, responsive, collaborative working environment which requires exceptional attention to detail and a committment to responsiveness.

The Hodge Group

Leading with our core values of Excellence in Service Delivery, Servant Leadership, and Inclusion, The Hodge Group provides philanthropic counsel to a wide variety of non-profit organizations across the nation. We lead our clients through community, endowment, and capital campaigns and also offer feasibility studies, strategic planning, project management, and advancement services. We celebrate the diversified skillsets of our team and offer these to our clients in a meaningful way that is always crafted and customized to their specific needs.

The Hodge Group has raised over $500 million over the span of 35 years, serving museums, hospitals, schools, libraries, human-service organizations, and other celebrated institutions.

We are based in Dublin, Ohio and Dayton, Ohio. We also practice regularly in Bentonville, Arkansas.

Position Responsibilities

• Processes and coordinates organizational procedures for optimized efficiency and productivity
• Coordinates all aspects of SEO Calendar in collaboration with SEO Team
• Schedules, attends and records client meetings
• In collaboration with the core team, provides project management for client scopes of service
• Serves as liaison between key executives and clients regarding project updates, proposals and service delivery
• In collaboration, provides oversight to daily operations performing an array of administrative tasks from managing calendars, generating correspondence, maintaining files, planning and coordinating meetings, and assistance with the preparation and dissemination of communications
• Develops and maintains comprehensive and accurate proposals and reports
• Assists with scheduling executive travel for client service
• Organizes and maintains main office
• Assists with the organization and maintenance of offsite locations (remotely)
• Assists with vendor negotiation

Personal and Professional Skills and Competencies

• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Responsiveness • Detail-Oriented
• Perceptivity
• Trust • Intuitive
• Transparent
• Collaboration

Qualification Requirements

Required

• BA/BS in Business, Communications, or other relevant field; or AA/AS in Business, Communications; or other relevant experience combined with over five years of business administrative experience.
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Desired

• MA/MS /MBA
• Experience in Non-profit administration and/or fundraising management

Compensation Package

Salary

• $50,000 – $60,000 Commensurate with experience
• Significant Advancement Opportunity

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• 401k
• Professional Development

Please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]

Development Associate

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LIFECARE ALLIANCE
POSITION TITLE: Development Coordinator
REPORTS TO: Director of Development

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will serve as an integral part of the Development team, working closely with
fundraising efforts to coordinate all aspects of annual fundraising. This role will have frequent
contact with donors, volunteers, and agency personnel; and is responsible for the majority of
annual appeals in close collaboration with the Director of Development. Requires strong writing
skills, attention to detail, high level of accuracy, strong critical thinking and problem solving
skills, ability to multi-task and meet deadlines, as well as a friendly demeanor to communicate
effectively across departments. Work performed in this position will be of a professional and
confidential nature. Work requires an understanding of office practices and an understanding of
the agency and its programs. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of
Development and in cooperation with agency personnel.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Annual Appeal – Guide the process for five annual fundraising appeals from idea stage to donors.
This includes working with the marketing department on a concept, working on lists and
segmentation with the Development Associate (data) and keeping all stakeholders informed through
the process. Responsible for producing appropriate correspondence with donors.

Donor Relations – Responsible for stewardship and relationship management of new and existing
donors. Identify prospects from our current donors to contact and build relationships.
Communications to donors including email, phone calls, letters, and marketing materials in
collaboration with the Marketing department and the Director of Development.
Other Duties Assigned – Performs other departmental functions/assignments as necessary,
including assisting the Development Team with events and other projects when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree preferred with at least one year of Development or Advancement experience and
general knowledge of fundraising best practices and standards; high attention to detail and accuracy;
proficient knowledge of computer programs (Bloomerang and/or Raiser’s Edge preferred);
excellent customer service and communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Full time employment working forty hours per week, Monday through Friday; occasional
weekend or evening hours for special/donor events throughout the year.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

 High level of accuracy and attention to detail, coupled with critical thinking skills to make
recommendations regarding data, donor movement and cultivation, and reporting
procedures.
 Ability to act independently to organize, determine priorities, and implement
assignments.

 Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, staff,
and volunteers.
 Ability to prioritize and complete multiple job assignments received from multiple staff
members. Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
 Excellent customer service skills.
 Experience answering incoming telephone calls, taking accurate messages and handling a
variety of callers.

Communications Coordinator – Corporate Foundation

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Job Summary

To serve as part of a dynamic team providing innovative internal and external communications support for NiSource business programs. Successfully support and execute the company’s strategic communications functions including internal communications, public relations, media relations, and community outreach.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Supports the implementation of internal and external communications plans in support of company goals, strategies, and operating plan.
  • Plans and supports Community and Employee Engagement activities across the NiSource operating area.
    Assists with volunteer management opportunities, reports, and grant requests.
  • Plans and supports internal and external projects, meetings, and events. Responsibilities include managing logistics, executing event communications, reserving facilities, ordering materials, and working with other departments.
  • Monitors customer feedback systems to ensure proper customer follow up. Coordinates direct mail pieces, customer emails, public forums, and other communications vehicles to maximize outreach to external audiences.
  • Creates reports, mail merges, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and graphs by obtaining, compiling, and organizing data.
  • Coordinates administrative or clerical projects and programs by understanding results, developing processes, and utilizing tracking methods.
  • Composes and distributes mail and correspondence while maintaining confidentiality with respect to propriety trade, business, and client matters. Edits, corrects grammar, punctuation, and spellings.
  • Coordinates and schedules public awareness program events and appearances.
  • Works with associated software systems and databases to set up vendors and process invoices for payment.
  • Performs office administration functions such as invoice processing and payment, record keeping, inventory control, maintaining business unit supplies, and other related duties.
  • Establishes and maintains physical filing systems and computer databases.
  • Provide calendar support. Schedules appointments and travel arrangements.
  • Maintains and supports the business unit in use of office equipment.
  • Identifies opportunities and taking action to build collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of goals. (Building partnerships/strategic working relationships)
  • Interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization. (Building Trust)
  • Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive. (Initiating Action)
  • Clearly conveys information and ideas in a manner that engages the individual or group audience and helps them understand the message. (Communication)
  • Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes, adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, process, requirements or cultures. (Adaptability)
  • Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; and takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences. (Decision Making)
  • Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals. (Contributing to team success)
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications for Position

  • Experience in a professional/corporate communications environment.
  • Must be a self-starter who is extremely organized and detail-oriented, enjoys technology, can work in a team environment, and manage multiple concurrent projects.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of products.
  • Excellent interpersonal and teaming skills required.
  • Create and maintain valued relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to competently and professionally interact with the public under a variety of circumstances.

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration, Political Science or related field.
Minimum of 1+ years’ experience working with Ohio communities, government and/or nonprofit organizations.

Chief Advancement Officer, College of Veterinary Medicine

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Position Overview

The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) serves as the chief fundraiser and leader of the advancement team for the College of Veterinary Medicine. The CAO understands the mission, needs and value proposition of the college to strategically create awareness, engagement and support from a variety of constituent groups including donors, alumni, grateful clients, and friends. This position will also focus on building relationships with corporations, commodity groups, community organizations, associations, and foundations that help advance the initiatives of the college.

The CAO reports to both the Assistant Vice President of Health Sciences Development in the Office of Advancement and the Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and leads a full complement of Advancement professionals comprised of development, strategic marketing and communications, alumni and donor relations, and event staff. This leader is charged with building and implementing strategy to grow the college’s annual fundraising goal ($30M+) and exceed the college’s current university Time and Change Campaign goal ($175M).

A highly engaged dean strongly committed to advancement and fundraising, coupled with an extremely passionate and motivated alumni base and devoted veterinary medical center clients, make supporting the College of Veterinary Medicine special. Experience in health sciences, animal sciences, or an animal-related field along with a personal passion for animals will help the person in this role fall in love with the work of the college and connect with our constituents. The college is one of 32 fundraising units at Ohio State and one of seven health science colleges located on the main campus of the university. The CAO will inherit a number of vacancies with the ability to add to a strong team. Central resources such as a robust donor database, reporting and analytics tools and partners in support areas such as estate and gift planning and corporate and foundation relations exist to help the role collaboratively achieve goals.

The college’s CAO needs to be a strong leader, poised to step into a robust, dynamic college and operate with a high degree of independence to make decisions, solve problems, and adapt to shifting priorities. This role is based in Columbus, Ohio and requires significant travel and occasional evening and weekend work.

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.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education/experience
  • At least ten (10) years 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)
  • Three (3) years of management experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • At least ten (10) 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 (10) years of professional fundraising experience in higher education or an animal-related organization
  • Experience working in other advancement departments such as donor relations and stewardship, donor communications and/or alumni relations
  • Advanced degree (e.g., DVM, Ph.D., MBA)

College Overview

The College of Veterinary Medicine aims to be the model comprehensive college of veterinary medicine in the world, impacting animal and human health through innovation, collaboration and excellence. Over the next five years, our already high-performing college will shift toward a new educational paradigm that bolsters innovative learning, sets a new standard of clinical care, ignites research that crosses college and disciplines, and inspires outreach that makes a difference in our community and around the globe. We have the largest veterinary college in the nation with state-of- the art facilities, including a newly renovated hospital for companion animals which is part of a comprehensive veterinary health system that services over 75,000 animals each year.

Duties and Responsibilities:

40% – Development Leadership and Strategy

Leads a team of development professionals to meet the college’s fundraising goals by identifying, securing, and maximizing opportunities to align prospective donor interests and passions. Provides leadership and creates the strategy to identify and develop a robust pipeline of donors; supervises and directs development professionals across multiple college areas to include the veterinary health system; encourages initiatives to grow the grateful client program; maintains a high standard of performance while inspiring the team to do the same, ensuring that all fundraisers on the team have the support, guidance and mentorship needed to successfully close major gifts for the college; advocates for area with regard to resources in order to accomplish goals; works to build cohesiveness within advancement and across units to enhance overall fundraising for Ohio State.

Hires, trains, and supervises staff; 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.

25% – Fundraising

Builds effective relationships with college leadership and faculty to advance the culture of philanthropy among faculty and staff. Builds and maintains a high-capacity prospect group, serving as prospect manager for major donors at $500,000 and above. Strategizes, cultivates and solicits a portfolio of principal gift donors with a capacity for gifts of $5,000,000 and above.

15% – Marketing/Communications

Provides leadership and direction to the college’s marketing and communication efforts to ensure effective, efficient outreach to a broad base of constituents; supports partnership with University Marketing to expand the college’s branding initiatives and partners with University Communications on media relations. Provides high-level oversight of communications and content development processes to ensure clarity and consistency while enhancing strategic positioning and messaging for both internal and external audiences. Oversight includes the strategic use of traditional and new media for employee communications, executive communications, media relations and crisis communications.

10% – Alumni and Donor Relations

Helps drive the strategic engagement of alumni in efficient and effective ways while supporting collaboration with the Alumni Association to utilize new tools to segment and strategically reach the college’s alumni population. Oversees the enhancement of donor relations and stewardship strategies to allow the college to build, grow and sustain an engaged donor network. Cultivates strong bonds with alumni, donors and volunteers and helps recruit and inspire alumni and donor leaders and volunteers. Works in collaboration with the Dean to manage the Be the Model Philanthropic Engagement Council.

10% – Miscellaneous

Serves as key member of the college’s leadership team in helping establish key strategies and priorities and serves on the core fundraising leadership team for the university. Completes special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Performance Objectives

First 3 months

  1. Understand the Dean’s vision/strategic priorities and college campaign plan to build case for support
  2. Assess the overall structure, resources, capabilities, and bandwidth of the team
  3. Build positive relationships with the college’s key internal faculty, staff, and external stakeholders
  4. Meet with the college’s key prospects/donors/alumni
  5. Meet with Advancement’s various central services to understand existing college partnerships and successes and how partnerships can grow moving forward

First 3-6 months

  1. Assess the college’s campaign plan
  2. Begin to actively fundraise
  3. Review and build strategy for high level donors
  4. Build relationships with other campus fundraising units
  5. Actively contribute to health sciences college advancement meetings

First 12 months

  1. Positively lead/mentor the team while building a trusting and collaborative culture
  2. Strategize with the dean and senior leadership on new initiatives and opportunities for college fundraising to continue the fundraising growth of the college
  3. Actively contribute to college senior leadership discussions and strategy
  4. Assist the college senior leadership team in continuing to define fundraising priorities and match fundraising priorities with strategic goals
  5. Refine campaign plan to support achievement of financial goals

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.

Why Join Ohio State Advancement Now?

The Office of Advancement is made up of professionals in the areas of alumni engagement, fundraising and strategy/administration, all contributing to the relationship-driven focus of The Ohio State University community. The Chief Advancement Officer will lead the college through the conclusion of Time and Change: The Ohio State Campaign, the most ambitious, inclusive community-building and fundraising endeavor in the university’s 150 years. Time and Change has a financial goal of $4.5 billion – also the largest in Ohio State’s history – with three core areas of focus: student success; discovery; and healthy, vibrant communities. The campaign recently crossed the $3 billion dollars raised mark.

Commitment to Inclusion

The Office of Advancement is committed to active allyship in addressing and dismantling the inequities created by systemic racism and implicit, long-held bias. We pledge to act with kindness, respect, and integrity at all times, trust ourselves and our colleagues and empower their whole identities, and hear and see our colleagues’ ideas, voices, and perspectives, acknowledging that we are better together.

You Need to Know

Aside from the unparalleled benefits of working for The Ohio State University and working in the diverse, smart, enjoyable, and growing city of Columbus, Ohio, this opportunity provides exceptional rewards that arise from working for an institution doing worldwide life-changing research and outreach. Learn more here:  https://hr.osu.edu/careers/.

Closing Statement

The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

How to Apply

Please visit www.advancement.osu.edu to find out more about Ohio State’s Office of Advancement and apply online for job opening number R43835. Questions may be directed to Steph Mizer, Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition at [email protected].

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Development Manager

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Development Manager
Job Location and Hours
This position will be located at 1200 Old Henderson Road, Columbus, OH 43220. Our normal work hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. The majority of work in this position is done in the office; some remote work can be arranged. All current staff members have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus.

Organization Information
At Cancer Support Community we provide emotional and social support, education, and resources to people impacted by cancer (including patients, survivors, family members, caregivers, and friends) to help them manage their cancer journey and achieve better health outcomes and improved quality of life. We offer more than 70 monthly evidence-based programs, all at no cost. Our mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. More information about our programs and services can be found at www.cancersupportohio.org.

Job Summary
The Development Manager will assist in creating and implementing fundraising initiatives so that Cancer Support Community Central Ohio continues to meet its financial goals to carry out its mission.

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Grants and Community Sponsorships
• Research grant opportunities; write grant applications and reports.
• Using GrantHub, maintain all grant and community sponsorship details, deadlines, and fulfillment requirements.
• Collaborate with other staff members to assure all aspects of grant agreements are met.
2. Major Gifts, Corporate Support, and Planned Giving
• Assist in managing the organization’s major giving society, making regular contact with major donors through phone calls, personal meetings, and impact reports.
• Using iWave software, research current and new donors to identify potential sources of major gifts, planned giving, and corporate support.
• In collaboration with the Development Director, meet with corporate prospects, individual major gifts prospects, and planned giving prospects to secure gift commitments.
3. Annual Campaigns
• Assist Development Director in creating multi-channel year-end and mid-year appeals and other fundraising campaigns including lapsed donor appeals.
• Manage monthly donor program; create and implement initiatives to increase members.
4. Donor Database Management
• Manage donor transactions records and communications, enter data, and maintain donor database.
• Create queries and reports to analyze, assess, and inform fundraising efforts.
5. Cultivation and Stewardship
• Update and coordinate implementation of donor stewardship plan.
• Create and implement new stewardship initiatives, including impact and annual reports.

Minimum Requirements:
• 1 year of previous non-profit fundraising experience (not events) required, including experience with major donors.
• 1 year of previous experience writing, applying for, and managing grants required.
• 1 year of previous experience using donor database software required, including using queries to create reports and maintaining donor records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Demonstrated project management and time management skills required.
• Must be highly self-motivated, able to work in fast paced environment, and effectively manage multiple priorities.
• College degree in Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Debbie Beyer at [email protected]

Grant and Development Writer

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Job Summary: The full time Grant and Development Writer writes proposals, grants and reports for government, foundation and corporate donors and prospects, identifies potential new foundation donors, and assists in the creation of specialized correspondence for individual donors and events.

As part of a creative and skilled team, the experienced Grants and Development Writer will also put versatile skills to work across many channels and platforms on messaging aimed to raise awareness of philanthropic opportunities, illustrate the impact of private support in areas ranging from community engagement and access, education programs, meaningful exhibitions and horticultural displays, or health and social benefits to the various constituencies at Franklin Park Conservatory. This position reports to the Vice President of Philanthropy.

Additional Information: The Development team generates contributed revenue and awareness in order to fund 25% – 30% of the organization’s operating budget, annually. The team’s focus is to raise operating budget goals foremost, and yet fund program development and capital needs at the same time. Through donor-centric communications and engagement opportunities, building the existing donor pipeline over time to support future fundraising efforts is key to our success.

Mission Statement: Inspired by horticulture, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens elevates quality of life and connects the community through educational, cultural and social experiences.

Benefits Information: This position is eligible for the Conservatory’s benefit package offered to full-time employees, which includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid Life/AD&D/Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance, participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement Program (OPERS), optional 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan, generous Paid Time Off (PTO), and complimentary membership to the Conservatory.

Compensation: $53,000 annual

Responsibilities:

Grant Writing (65%)

  • Creates compelling, persuasive, and concise letters of inquiry, proposals, grants, and reports for foundation and corporate funders.
  • Works closely with development staff responsible for foundation and corporate relations to discern programming objectives and financial needs and effectively translates this information into proposals aligned with the Conservatory’s funding priorities.
  • Works closely with the VP of Philanthropy and the President and CEO to ensure government funding timelines are anticipated and met, with appropriate letters, contracts, and follow up reports completed and recorded.
  • Conducts local and national prospect research to identify potential new funders and prepares information for team meetings and Development Committee meetings for vetting discussion.
  • Collaborates with program staff and finance to develop proposal language and budgets that comply with funders’ requirements and aligns with their priorities.
  • Leads the management of the grants calendar for: letters of inquiry, proposal and report deadlines and works with internal staff to ensure all deadlines are met.

Development Writing (15%)

  • Creates compelling, persuasive, and concise content in support of philanthropic priorities, which may include writing and editing stewardship and cultivation materials, donor impact e-newsletter articles and blog posts, website giving page updates, acknowledgment letters, leadership emails, and more.
  • In partnership with the VP of Philanthropy, leads the content creation and timeline for the Annual Report.

Events Writing (15%)

  • Partners with Development Officer for Special Events to capture event format, theme and details and convey through compelling, on-brand event information in the form of: online giving/purchasing opportunities, sponsorship package language, social media posts, email communications and invitations, print materials, donor acknowledgements and event talking points or scripts.
  • Attends various event planning meetings.
  • Submits grant-like event sponsorship proposals, as requested.

Data Management (5%)

  • Enters all corporate and foundation letters of inquiry, proposals, grants and reports into the Raiser’s Edge database and appropriate shared drive.
  • Communicates budgetary impact of gifts awarded with team, finance and FPC program staff, as appropriate.
  • Assists in creating upcoming fiscal year goals based on anticipated submissions and awards for government, foundation and corporate grants.

Other

  • Attends fundraising and stewardship events, as appropriate.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
    2-3+ years’ grant writing experience with a track record of success is required.
  • Demonstrated success in professional fundraising writing via writing samples is required.
    3+ years of experience working in a non-profit organization is preferred.
  • Experience with Raiser’s Edge or Tessitura is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Superior written and oral communication skills with the ability to be clear and precise.
  • Warmth and an ability to convey mission-centric messages in both written and verbal interactions.
  • Positive and collaborative team player with a high degree of initiative and self-discipline.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience using Google Suite including Docs, Sheets and Slides is desirable.
  • Interest in the arts and/or horticulture is a plus.

EEO Statement:

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Conservatory does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, lactation status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other protected status. The Conservatory values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Sr. Philanthropy Advisor

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SUMMARY AND PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Sr. Advisor, Philanthropy, is responsible for developing and implementing the fundraising strategy across the designated market or service line within the OhioHealth system.

SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Sr. Advisor, Philanthropy, reports to the Sr. Director, Philanthropy, OhioHealth Foundation. This position will work with the leadership of care site or service line identified. This position is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and implementation of fundraising programs for the service line and market region.

Organizational impact of position (fiscal and/or service): Fundraising dollars, annual goal. Approximately $7-10 million.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

MANAGEMENT AND NON-MANAGEMENT
Mission and Cardinal Value: Models organizational mission and values through daily actions, decision making and priority setting; treats others in a manner which honors their dignity and worth.

Leadership: Sincerely strives to serve the needs of those with whom he/she works; builds relationships based on integrity; acknowledges mistakes and accepts accountability for work and actions; strives for continuous improvement both personally and professionally; recognizes achievements of others.

Stewardship: Demonstrates keen commitment to cost effectiveness and sound business practices.

Service and Quality: Serves others with compassion and respect; honors others’ choices, whenever possible; strives to deliver services that set community standards.

Decision Making: Makes decisions based on best information at the time; explains decisions to others and honors them; acts in a timely fashion; demonstrates flexibility and creativity in finding solutions; takes appropriate risks.

Communication: Relates to others in an honest, straightforward fashion; listens with a sincere attempt to understand and values divergent points of view; open to new ideas and embraces change.

Diversity: Demonstrates commitment to valuing individual needs and abilities both in the people we serve and in the workplace.

MANAGEMENT ONLY
Managing for Performance: Directs the activities of others in department or unit to achieve highest levels of performance; communicates expectations, provides feedback and holds others accountable for their contributions; completes staff reviews within expected time frames.

Critical Thinking: Effectively analyzes problems and develops well-reasoned solutions; recognizes and validates assumptions, collects information and draws meaningful inferences.

Systems Thinking: Understands and effectively works within OhioHealth and its partner agencies; works effectively within the constraints of the system’s formal and informal structures; does not create cost savings in his/her area of responsibility to the detriment of the system as a whole or other OhioHealth entities or departments.

Developing Others: Contributes to the personal and professional growth of others through feedback, coaching and support.

INFORMATION SECURITY:
Maintains confidentiality of log-on password(s) and security of other authentication devices (e.g., key fobs, proximity devices, etc.).

Ensures privacy and security of information entrusted to their care.

Uses company business assets and information resources for management-approved purposes only.

Adheres to all information privacy and security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

Promptly reports information security incidents to the OhioHealth Information Security Officer.

MAJOR DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
20%: Care Site/Service Line and Market Fundraising Strategy Development and Implementation – Directs OhioHealth’s strategy for fundraising programs that are implemented across the respective care site/service line. Collaborates with the Philanthropy Advisor team to assess the local market and to develop strategies and plans that maximize both healthcare system strengths and care site/service line needs and strengths. Ensures that fundraising programs are coordinated with the Foundation’s strategy.

60%: Foundation Program Development, Planning and Execution – Leads the cultivation, education, solicitation and stewardship cycle for designated area of oversight. Responsible for achieving fundraising goal for the care site/service line through programs and moves management activities. Directs the development of care site/service line fundraising programs, including annual campaigns, the grateful patient program and major gift strategy to be implemented in coordination with system and service area teams. Ensures that programs are consistent with the OhioHealth Foundation case for support and the overall fundraising strategy. Oversees program integration and functionality with internal departments (e.g., marketing, finance) throughout designated market.

20%: Management of assigned members of Foundation philanthropy advisor team, onboarding, engagement and oversight of care site, development board and its activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
BA/BS in business management, human behavior sciences, philanthropy or related field

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE
Deep knowledge of fundraising practices and technical skills, recognized as an expert within their field and requires in depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline and board knowledge of other job disciplines within the organization function (e.g., philanthropic models and practices, major gift practices, annual fundraising practices, direct mail programs, social media fundraising techniques, capital campaign practices, planned giving programs and practices, legal implications of fundraising).

Excellent interpersonal communication skills including the ability to represent the Foundation to influential business and philanthropic community leaders; writing, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Ability to think strategically and creatively and to develop appropriate plans to achieve results (both organizational and financial). Contributes to the development of organization functional strategy.

Problem solving, time management, prioritization, planning and organizational skills. Solves unique problems that have a broad impact on the business.

KIND AND LENGTH OF EXPERIENCE
Eight years of successful development and fundraising experience with proven abilities to develop and implement fundraising plans and programs that achieve successful financial targets.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduate level degree in philanthropic studies, psychology, sociology, business administration, healthcare administration, or a related discipline

CFRE Certification or other designation (FAHP, CAP, AFAHP, etc.)

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE
Healthcare philanthropy experience, management experience

KIND AND LENGTH OF EXPERIENCE
Experience as a philanthropy officer or philanthropy executive

Experience with a large healthcare organization

AGE SPECIFIC CARE COMPETENCIES:
Knowledge and application of growth and development principles.

Utilization of effective communication strategies. Implementation of specific technical factors.

AGE GROUPS SERVED
-Adolescent 12-18 Years of Age
-Adult 18-65 Years of Age
-Older Adult 65+ Years of Age

PHYSICAL DEMANDS BY POSITION:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

Please indicate activities applicable to this position and their level of frequency by using the following scale, where:
1 = Rarely, 2 = Occasionally, 3 = Frequently, 4 = Consistently
Walking = 2
Sitting = 3
Pushing = 1
Pulling = 1
Climbing = 1
Stooping = 1
Kneeling = 1
Standing = 2
Reaching = 1
Manual Dexterity = 1
Use of Hands = 1
Talking = 3
Lifting over 50 pounds = 1
Lifting under 50 pounds = 1
Hearing – Conversation = 3
Hearing – Other Sounds = 2
Vision – Acuity Near = 2
Vision – Acuity Far = 2
Vision – Color Vision = 2

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is (1, 2, 3 or 4) exposed to:
Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) = 1
Moving mechanical parts = 1
Work in high, precarious places = 1
Fumes or airborne particles = 1
Toxic or caustic chemicals = 1
Outdoor weather conditions = 2
Extreme cold (non-weather) = 1
Extreme heat (non-weather) = 1
Risk of electrical shock = 1
Work with explosives = 1
Risk of radiation = 1
Vibration = 1

Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job:
__ VERY QUIET conditions
X- QUIET conditions
__ MODERATE noise
__ LOUD noise
__ VERY LOUD noise

OSHA BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN EMPLOYEE EXPOSURE CATEGORIES (One category must be checked):
CATEGORY I: _____
Employees whose job functions involve routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. (Direct patient care jobs)
CATEGORY II: _____
Employees whose job functions involve no routine exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks. (Indirect patient care jobs, i.e., unit clerk, pastoral care, etc.)
CATEGORY III: __X__ Employees whose job functions involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, and Category I and II tasks are not a condition of employment.