Besa Community, Inc. – Director, Business Development

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Besa Community, Inc.

Position Title: Director, Business Development
Work Location: Besa Office, Columbus OH
Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt
Reports To: CEO
Target Salary: $60,000 +generous benefits package

About Besa
At Besa, we connect people with community through experiences that change lives. We do this through strategic partnerships with nonprofits, a community volunteer portal (givebesa.org/volunteer), and by teaming with companies to connect their workforce to powerful giving experiences. Since launching in 2012, Besa has rallied 48,000 corporate and individual volunteers to give 115,000 hours and has made $22M in community impact.

In addition to our public volunteer portal, Besa partners with companies to elevate their Corporate Social Responsibility programs. Big Lots, Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, L Brands and NiSource all leverage Promise, Besa’s proprietary corporate philanthropy software, to achieve a greater impact in our community. Companies using Promise are up to 3x more engaged in doing good.

We see Promise as the key to growing Besa’s impact here in Columbus and eventually across the United States.

About the Role
Today, 25,000 employees have access to a Besa service through our corporate partnerships. Growing that number will mean more people have opportunities to give back in powerful ways. The Director of Business Development will secure new corporate partnerships and inevitably connect thousands more to Besa’s game-changing work.

In this role, you’ll build strong relationships with prospective clients and secure new business partnerships. You’ll research leads, maintain a pipeline of qualified opportunities, manage product demos, lead the proposal process, and ultimately close deals to do more good.

You’ll also partner with Besa’s CTO and Product Manager to identify opportunities to enhance the overall Promise experience for our stakeholders — including companies, employees and nonprofit partners.

Additional responsibilities include analyzing and tracking metrics, developing monthly impact reports, elevating print and digital collateral, and managing other business critical duties as needed.

Our Ideal Candidate

  • Some combination of 3+ years professional sales experience within corporate philanthropy, a software development company, and/or a startup environment.
  • Expert at building community connections and nurturing relationships.
  • Comfortable, conversational and confident on the phone and in-person with senior leadership.
  • Highly organized, results-oriented and committed to high-touch customer service.
  • Exhibits professionalism, optimism, energy, and enthusiasm; enjoys working with diverse constituents; and thrives in an entrepreneurial environment.
  • Confident leading product demonstrations.
  • Demonstrated understanding of software-as-a-service platforms.
  • Proficient using technology, including Hubspot, Basecamp, Airtable, Google Drive, Adobe Cloud and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends as required.
  • 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. Additionally, there may be travel outside of Columbus as Besa continues to grow its market reach. This includes client visits and/or conferences.

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 in an office environment. 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

  • Energetic team driven by a mission to do good.
  • Award-winning, entrepreneurial nonprofit with a collaborative culture.
  • Headquartered in the heart of the Franklinton Arts District in a dynamic work environment.
  • Competitive health and dental benefits package, including retirement and short-term and long-term disability benefits.
  • Generous vacation policy and paid holidays off.
    Professional development opportunities.

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

Besa seeks to maintain a diverse and welcoming workplace; therefore, candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Ohio CDC Association – Membership & Development Director

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Ohio CDC Association

Membership & Development Director

 

The Ohio CDC Association (OCDCA) is a statewide membership organization that fosters vibrant neighborhoods and improves the quality of life in all communities through advocacy and capacity building of our member agencies. OCDCA’s vision is the creation of a community development environment that comprehensively improves life opportunities for all Ohioans.

Position: Membership & Development Director
Full-Time Reports to: Executive Director
Benefits: Competitive salary ($45,000 – $55,000), parking paid in full, free COTA bus pass through CPass, healthcare (100% medical/dental/vision premiums), SEP retirement benefits after 12 months (5% salary contribution)

Responsibilities:

Development

  • Identify, cultivate, and steward donors and prospects, including, corporations, foundations, governmental entities, and/or possibly individuals through visits and other forms of direct personal contact
  • Research and identify programmatic funding through federal, state, and philanthropic grant opportunities
  • Lead team in preparation of federal, state, and philanthropic grant proposals
  • Effectively manage prospect management database (Salesforce) and other institutional resources to ensure appropriate management of donors and prospects
  • In coordination with Capacity Building/Communications Director, help prepare solicitations, proposals, case statements, reports, correspondence, and other development-related communication materials
  • Explore and implement other means of fundraising and development, as appropriate

Membership

  • Responsible for the retention and recruitment of members (membership has grown to 265)
  • Actively engage, listen, and build relationships with the association’s diverse membership base
  • Raise awareness of OCDCA’s programs and services to the membership
  • Increase association/membership connection through regional meetings and digital means

AmeriCorps VISTA

  • Support AmeriCorps VISTA (VISTA) Program Manager with program implementation, as needed
  • Identify and promote to potential VISTA subsites especially in communities of low involvement
  • Assist a limited number of sites with recruitment to potential VISTA candidate

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated ability in securing significant gifts from private funding sources, especially corporations
  • Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing long- and short-range development initiatives to meet established priorities
  • Minimum two years development experience, with preferred minimum of four years
  • Demonstrated ability in successful grant writing
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community

Please send cover letter and resume to [email protected] by Friday, June 26th.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio – Chief Advancement Officer

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio

Chief Advancement Officer

Position Summary: The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Ohio (BGCCO) is seeking a Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) to serve as a member of the senior leadership team and to direct the fundraising and communications efforts for the organization. We seek a candidate who is passionate about impacting the lives of Central Ohio youth and who has significant fundraising and team leadership experience. The position oversees a staff of four and works closely with the CEO and board to secure the resources needed for mission fulfillment, and to communicate to donors and the broader community about mission impact.

 

The CAO is responsible for securing gifts, stewarding relationships, designing and implementing strategy, forecasting and managing budgets, communicating case for support and impact messages, grant and contract management, leading the advancement team, and successfully supporting the completion of our Investing in Great Futures comprehensive campaign. This position also works closely with campaign counsel and other contractors to support attainment of goals.

 

As a member of the senior leadership team, the CAO will be expected work collaboratively, in alignment with organizational values, and in concert with national policies and standards of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Our operating budget for FY20 is $3.8 million and of that, this position is responsible for $1.9 million through philanthropy and $1.5 million through government grants and contracts annually.

 

Organizational Summary: BGCCO is an affiliate of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Our mission is to empower young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. We do this by providing high-quality and impactful out-of-school programming for youth in grades K-12. Our programs focus on healthy lifestyles, academic success, character, and leadership for all age groups with a dedicated teen program as well. BGCCO serves 4,200 youth per year in three counties throughout Central Ohio with Clubs in Columbus, Marion, and Newark. We are currently operating a Virtual Club Experience with plans to re-open our physical Clubs this summer.

 

Qualifications:

●      Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university required, Master’s degree preferred.

●      Minimum 10 years of development experience.

●      Minimum of 5 years of direct supervisory experience.

●      Raiser’s Edge or other CRM experience required.

●      Experience with youth-service organizations preferred.

 

How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to Mallory Conlin at [email protected]. No phone calls, please.

 

Mental Health America of Ohio – Director of Development and Marketing

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Mental Health America of Ohio

Director of Development and Marketing

The mission of MHAOhio is to transform how people think about mental illness, make it easier to get help, and give people the support they need to get better and stay better. Our guiding principles include responsibility, respect, caring, expertise, trust, communication, and emotional health. We are committed to recruiting and continually cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. MHAOhio provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

·       Reports to the Executive Director.

·       Position Summary: This is a full-time position responsible for oversight, management, and execution of MHAOhio’s development and marketing needs.

·       The DDM is an executive position and works closely with the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, donors and event sponsors, agency staff, and volunteers to execute a comprehensive development and marketing program for the agency. A Communications Manager position (with primary responsibilities for communications media, graphic design, website maintenance, donor database management, and event planning and coordination) that customarily reports to the DDM is open at this time; consultation with the DDM will help to determine the immediacy of filling the Communications Manager position.

·       The DDM must be a leader with a strong commitment to reaching goals, thinking creatively, working efficiently, and communicating clearly and concisely. A deep understanding and passion for MHAOhio’s mission and values will align this role with the creativity of MHAOhio’s culture.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·       Lead and plan development and marketing goals and activities.

·       Create and execute MHAOhio’s Development Plan and department operating budget working closely with the Executive Director and the board level Development and Marketing Committees to adjust strategies as needed.

·       Responsible for core fundraising metrics including high impact contacts with prospects and identification of new prospects.

·       Work with the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, and volunteers to identify, cultivate, and solicit annual, major, and planned gifts.

·       Oversee the management of the donor database and fundraising records and the creation of reports for the Executive Director and Board of Trustees as needed to track progress to annual goals and the Development Plan.

Fundraising

·       Identify, cultivate, and elevate relationships with prospects and donors beginning with current funders (individuals, organizations, corporations, and foundations).

·       Proactively manage a major gift portfolio of donors, developing and executing strategies leading to solicitation and investment that leverage donor interests and connect them to the agency’s mission.

·       Organize and attend major fundraising, donor cultivation, and other agency events.

·       Prepare major donor briefings for the Executive Director, Board of Trustees, and volunteer leadership as needed.

Marketing

·       Work with the Communications Manager (when position is filled) to 1) manage public and media relations and communications with regard to development activities and 2) ensure brand integrity and key messages are delivered consistently across all marketing and communication platforms.

·       Oversee creation of the Annual Report.

·       Create and manage a communications calendar.

·       Convey the agency’s vision, mission, and goals clearly to all stakeholders.

Grants

·       Research and identify high-impact granting opportunities.

·       Cultivate relationships with granting organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience.

·       Passion for mental health.

·       A minimum five years of relevant experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector, with a proven track record in securing significant gifts and building and maintaining long-term relationships with donors.

·       Excellent, demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

·       Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse people and communities, contribute to a collaborative team, and be people-centric.

·       Ability to work well independently and within a multi-disciplinary team environment, managing multiple projects and priorities with efficiency and organization, and working cooperatively to meet internal and external goals and requests.

·       Demonstrated attention and accuracy to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

·       Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.

·       Ability to manage multiple and complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

·       Proficient with donor database management, and Microsoft Office products preferably in macOS.

·       A good listener and strategist, comfortable receiving input from many sources, and able to act on information to develop increased support.

·       Must have the flexibility to work hours outside the standard 8:30-5:00 timeframe as needed and to attend special events.

·       Must fulfill assignments with reliability and punctuality.

·       Must have own reliable transportation and a valid Ohio driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

·       Fundraising certification, such as CFRE.

·       A record of personal success in raising money for a high-growth, rapidly changing and evolving nonprofit organization through the constituent base, major gifts from individuals and annual giving campaigns, and from businesses, foundations, and corporations; experience building relationships through mission-supporting ventures; comfort and experience in a nonprofit environment.

·       Broad-based knowledge of various development campaign activities including internet, direct mail, social media, proposal and grant development, annual fund, event planning and management, direct solicitations, leveraging fundraising databases and support systems for donor segmentation, research and volunteer management.

·       A track record as an exceptional communicator, in writing as well as verbally; adept at writing solicitation letters, donor correspondence, proposals, and other kinds of material for publication; experience preparing and making effective presentations to diverse groups large and small.

·       Demonstrated skills in motivating, coordinating, and supporting the fundraising activities of others.

·       Proficient with basic graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop and/or InDesign.

Benefits

·       Competitive salary commensurate with experience and other qualifications.

·       Social Security, Worker’s Compensation and Unemployment Benefits; vacation, holiday, sick time based on employee handbook; free parking; mileage reimbursement for work related travel; staff development within restrictions of annual budget.

 

APPLY [email protected]  or  https://mhaohio.org/about-mhaohio/employment-opportunities

Archbishop Hoban High School – Vice President of Institutional Advancement

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Archbishop Hoban High School

Position: Vice President of Institutional Advancement

Position Summary: Archbishop Hoban High School seeks an entrepreneurial executive to join its leadership team as Vice President of Institutional Advancement (VPIA). This full-time position, which reports directly to the President, is responsible for developing strategic relationships with school leadership, faculty, staff, and all constituent groups to advance the culture of philanthropy at Hoban. The VPIA is the primary strategic architect of a comprehensive program for institutional growth in fundraising; constituent relationship development; data management and analysis; marketing, branding, and communications. The position has direct oversight for growing revenue-generating activity across campus to ensure a viable and sustainable future for the school. Hoban has so much to be proud of; and the new VPIA will help accentuate that message, enhance the school’s visibility, and build upon its strong reputation.

Position Responsibilities:

  •  Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the advancement program and manage all fundraising initiatives for the annual fund, alumni/parent engagements, capital improvements, financial aid, estate and planned giving, and the endowment.
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive advancement and constituent relations program that broadens Hoban’s donor base and progressively increases revenue generation. Work closely with the President and the Advancement Committee to set clearly-defined and data-driven fundraising goals.
  • Coordinate with the President’s Office to maximize School leadership’s time and attention on external relations activities and fundraising priorities.
  • Develop and maintain a yearly calendar and timetable for annual giving, special events, donor relations, corporate and foundation relations, and planned giving.
  • Structure advancement office positions and hire according to industry best practices and appropriate to the changing face of philanthropy.
  • Lead and mentor talented advancement team members who are focused on the ultimate goal of significantly increasing constituent involvement and revenue-generating outcomes. Ensure appropriate assignments of projects and adequate support for performance of duties. Measure progress of all fundraising objectives and evaluate staff based on key performance indicators.
  • Organize and direct the process of donor management through qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship; play a hands-on role in each stage for all in the portfolio.
  • Communicate the need for funding beyond tuition and the extensive benefits of supporting Hoban’s mission and operations through unrestricted annual giving.
  • Implement and solicit support for financial aid and outright gifts in support and long-term growth of the endowment to assist the School in meeting its development goal of providing affordable, excellent education in the tradition of Holy Cross.
  • Foster a spirit of union among alumni; sustain an effective relationship between Hoban and its alumni through engagement opportunities and events.
  • Oversee the strategy and output of the institutional marketing and communications team and is responsible for a strong and vibrant public and internal profile. Coordinate appropriate communications with all parts of the school community regarding the activities and progress of the advancement program.
  • Prepare and monitor the annual budgets for advancement and marketing; report regularly to the Board of Directors on progress in fundraising and endowment growth.

Qualifications:

  • Commitment to Hoban’s mission as a Catholic, college preparatory school in the tradition of Holy Cross.
  • Expertise in the key components of a strategic, comprehensive advancement program.
  • Proficiency in advancement best practices and current with solicitation trends.
  • A proven track record of major gift fundraising and successful outreach activity.
  • Ability to match school needs with the philanthropic passions and goals of benefactors.
  • Intimate knowledge of prospect research and management.
  • An understanding of planned giving instruments and endowment protocols.
  • Significant experience and success in office and personnel management.
  • Superior written and oral communication skills.
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Ability to travel extensively.

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
  • 5 to 7 years of development experience in a non-profit setting.
  • 2 to 3 years of direct management experience.
  • Independent school fundraising experience a plus.
  • Some accounting experience and ability to develop and interpret financial statements.
  • Familiarity with donor and prospect management software, particularly Raiser’s Edge.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Salary and Benefits:

  • Highly competitive and commensurate with experience.
  • 12-month salaried position.
  • Anticipated start date on or about July, 1st 2020.
  • Comprehensive benefits package; medical, dental, vision and life insurance (effective date of hire), vacation, sick and personal time, 401k match and additional school contribution.

We invite qualified candidates to consider becoming part of our community by completing an online application and to include a cover letter, resume, and demonstrative examples of fundraising successes, www.hoban.org. Posting will remain open until filled.

Our Mission: We are a Catholic high school in the Holy Cross Tradition. We celebrate our diversity, value each person and welcome one another with the hospitality of Christ. As a family of learners, anchored in gospel values, we empower each other to grow spiritually, develop intellectually and reach out in service to others. Within an innovative and orderly learning environment, we are committed to challenging each student in both heart and mind to be a compassionate individual, a lifelong learner, and a responsible steward of God’s creation.

Star House – Development Director

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About Us: Star House operates a nationally recognized 24/7 drop-in center for 14- to 24-year-olds who are displaced from community and experiencing homelessness. In 2018, we served 1,200 individual guests and their small children. We conduct outreach to the streets and provide access to basic needs, clinical therapy, case management, housing, transportation, health care, employment, education, legal aid, government benefits, ID cards and more. In addition, expert volunteers provide therapeutic activities such as gardening, reading, art classes and yoga. Among guests accessing services for three or more months, 86% obtained employment and 74% obtained housing. There is more work to do to ensure young people thrive in long-term stability. This is why over the next five years, we are working with our community to achieve the following strategic objectives: 1) meet the growing demand for drop-in services by opening satellite drop-in centers; 2) take our social enterprise, Star Works, from pilot to profit, connecting young people with flexible employment options and training; 3) develop Community First properties to provide housing, jobs, education, resources and mentoring through a neighborhood-style village; 4) engage young people more deeply, e.g. adding former Star House guests to board committees and instituting group mentoring; and 5) improve communications practices by sharing our innovative and evidence-based methods locally and nationally.

Mission: To provide youth experiencing homelessness with a safe respite from the streets and to connect them with a chance to thrive.

Vision: Every youth will have a home and a chance to thrive.

Core Values:

  • Open: Trustworthy, reliable, welcoming, approachable, and responsive
  • Motivated: Relentless problem solvers with a sense of urgency
  • Impactful: Evidence-based, continuously improving
  • Creative: Innovation lab of new approaches for serving vulnerable youth
  • Committed: Radically youth-oriented doers
  • Caring: Compassionate, merciful, empowering, team players

*Mission of the Position

*With intrinsic passion for the mission and vision of Star House, supports the strategic fundraising efforts Star House by implementing, evaluating and refining objectives aimed at targeting individual donors and prospects. Personally identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards donors and prospects at multiple levels in accordance with performance targets set in collaboration with the CEO and Development Committee. Will assist with major gift donations, as needed.

Responsibilities:

  • Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards donors and prospects, including individuals, corporations, and/or foundations through visits and other forms of direct personal contact in accordance with performance targets set in collaboration with the Star House CEO and Development Committee.
  • Conducts and/or reviews research to identify prospects and creates strategies to match prospects’ interests to the priorities of Star House.
  • Implements Star House’s Individual Giving Program Plan
  • Plans, develops, and implements fundraising projects and programs designed to increase the visibility of Star House and to enhance giving, such as annual giving campaigns, gift-in-kind programs, and special events. Serves as the chair for our annual signature event committee.
  • Interacts with Star House team members, development committee members, volunteers, and external constituents to ensure effective coordination of programs, projects, and activities.
  • Makes effective use of Star House’s prospect management database (Salesforce) and other institutional resources to ensure appropriate management of donors and prospects in coordination with Star House objectives.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the CEO and Development Committee members to maximize Star House’s total gift revenue.
  • Under supervision, researches, writes, edits, or oversees the preparation of persuasive, accurate, and grammatically and syntactically correct solicitations, proposals, case statements, reports, correspondence, and other development-related communication materials.
  • Provides ongoing technical and/or professional guidance and leadership as appropriate to the area of expertise.
  • Coordinates with team members in day-to-day functional activities, as appropriate.
  • Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher
  • At least 3 years of fundraising experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

  • Demonstrated ability in securing significant gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other private funding sources.
  • Skill in the use of personal computers, Microsoft Office and fundraising software applications.
  • Demonstrated ability in planning and implementing long- and short-range development initiatives to meet established priorities.
  • Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
  • Ability to direct and manage staff and volunteers, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
  • Database and records management skills.
  • Ability to coordinate fundraising efforts with the CEO and development committee to ensure that we are not duplicating efforts.
  • Working knowledge of a variety of fund-raising strategies and methods.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
  • Ability to conduct research, gather data, analyze information, and prepare reports and other materials.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment, to demonstrate an understanding of ethics related to development activities, and to use discretion in interactions with donors, prospects, volunteers, and others.
  • Ability to foster effective working relationships within a team environment.
  • Ability to use fiscal information to make informed recommendations and decisions.
    Ability to plan, organize and coordinate activities and special events.
  • Ability to provide technical coordination and management of development and/or implementation projects in area of expertise.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

  • No or very limited physical effort required.
  • No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
  • Willingness and availability to work extended hours as necessary.

NOTE: Please do not contact Star House about this position directly. All applicants must apply through Indeed. Candidates for the position must have at least three years of fundraising experience. Other applicants will not be considered. Thank you.

Kent State University – Assistant Vice President for Corporate Relations

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The Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Kent State University in the search for an Assistant Vice President for Corporate Relations.

Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, the Assistant Vice President for Corporate Relations (AVPCR) will oversee the centralized corporate relations fundraising program within Kent State University, maintaining a pool of leadership corporate prospects to generate significant private support for the university. The Assistant Vice President supervises two Corporate Relations Officers and an External Relations Officer for the College of Public Health.

The opportunity to increase KSU’s corporate philanthropy is significant. Currently, 447 of 588 corporate entities with philanthropic capacity greater than $25,000 are located within northeast Ohio, the footprint of Kent State’s main campus and seven regional campuses. By leveraging existing advancement officers on all eight of the university’s campuses, the AVPCR will lead a corporate relations program that significantly advances the university’s mission and priorities. Working collaboratively with university internal and external leadership, including faculty and staff, the corporate relations team will develop fundraising strategies that focus on securing gift commitments of $100,000 or more, allowing other fundraising officers to help cultivate and secure corporate giving below that amount. The university is currently in the quiet phase of a $350,000,000 campaign, and is planning to launch the public phase in the fall of 2020.

Kent State transforms lives and communities through the power of discovery, learning, and creative expression in an inclusive environment. As Northeast Ohio’s premier public university, Kent State University is proud to host more than forty centers and institutes—each of which supports the institution’s teaching, research, and public service mission in its own unique way.

The Kent State student body reveals the inclusivity that is the university’s hallmark, seen in admissions, gender, or race and ethnicity data. Aside from the personal fit that students feel at Kent State, academic quality backed by nationally recognized faculty draw scholars who want to learn from the best. With nearly 32,000 undergraduate students and more than 5,500 graduate students enrolled from all 50 states, more than 98 countries, and from many different ethnic backgrounds, many diverse connections are established at Kent State—peer-to-peer, classmate to classmate, and classmate to professor.

Kent State University is consistently ranked among the top 100 national public universities in U.S. News & World Report’s Top Public Schools ranking of Best Colleges. This prestigious distinction is recognition of continued growth in academic reputation and student retention.  Kent State also ranks in the coveted first-tier list in the Best National Universities category. Kent State continues to be the only public university in Northeast Ohio to be ranked in the top tier, and it is one of only six Ohio public universities on the list.

A bachelor’s degree is required for this position as is a minimum of eight years of experience in corporate fundraising in a complex higher education setting or a comparable environment, including three years of experience managing professional staff.  A master’s degree is preferred.  All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Kent State University.

The Ohio State University – Chief Development and Alumni Relations Officer, College of Arts and Sciences

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The Ohio State University

Chief Development and Alumni Relations Officer, College of Arts and Sciences

The Ohio State University seeks an experienced, strategic and collaborative fundraising leader to serve as its next chief development and alumni relations officer for the College of Arts and Sciences.

Ohio State, ranked 16th among the nation’s public universities by US News & World Report, is known for its comprehensive scale, disciplinary breadth, distinction in research and teaching and service to society, in keeping with its land grant roots. With 7,000 faculty and 25,000 administrative and professional staff, Ohio State serves over 66,000 undergraduate and graduate students. With 15 academic colleges and a wealth of disciplines, Ohio State University has astonishing intellectual range. The Ohio State University boasts 570,000 living alumni; its endowment now exceeds $3.5 billion. Annual research expenditures are approximately $850 million.

One of 15 academic colleges at the University, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart and the intellectual hub of Ohio State. It generates nearly half of all credit hours on campus and touches nearly every student at the University. The College boasts over 2,400 faculty and staff, 38 departments and schools and more than 20 centers and institutes. Undergraduate students may choose from over 80 majors and more than 100 minors. In 2019, sponsored research expenditures were $103 million. In fall 2019, the College enrolled over 17,500 undergraduate and nearly 2,700 graduate students. The College has a passionate alumni community of more than 200,000.

Coinciding with the celebration of the university’s 150th birthday in 2020, The Ohio State University recently launched the public phase of Time and Change: The Ohio State Campaign, the most ambitious, inclusive community-building and fundraising endeavor in the university’s 150 years of making history. The campaign strives to engage 1 million supporters, an unprecedented level in higher education. 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 CDARO serves as the head fundraiser for the college, leading all development, alumni relations and donor experience activities. The CDARO will formulate and implement a unit strategic plan, including appropriate staffing levels and overall operational goals to complement the strategic plans of the college and the university. The position leads a team of approximately 25 fundraising, stewardship and alumni engagement professionals within the college. The CDARO will be charged with growing the college’s annual level of fund raising – with a $55 million goal in FY20 – to help fulfill strategic needs and goals of the college. The CDARO reports both to the assistant vice president of development and the vice provost for the arts and sciences and executive dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in contemporary development and alumni best practices in a complex environment characterized by collaboration with a broad array of academic disciplines and stakeholders. At least ten years of fundraising and alumni relations experience is required, as is five years of management experience, preferably within the context of higher education. Additionally, experience overseeing other advancement functions such as alumni relations, donor relations, stewardship and communications is also preferred.

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Application materials, nominations and inquiries should be directed to Suzanne Teer and Andrew Bowen at [email protected]. A detailed leadership profile is available at www.wittkieffer.com.

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.

 

The Ohio State University – Senior Director of Development, Student Life

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The Ohio State University

Senior Director of Development, Student Life

Columbus, OH

 

Position Overview

The Ohio State University’s Office of Student Life and Office of Advancement are seeking an experienced fundraising professional with a passion for higher education and impacting the lives of students to serve as Senior Director of Development.  Ohio State’s Office of Student Life is the largest student affairs organization in the country so if the importance of the student experience resonates with you, there couldn’t be a better place to make an impact as a fundraising leader.  This position is a part of the Student Life Vice President Leadership team and reports to the Vice President for Student Life and the Executive Director of Scholarship and Student Support in the Office of Advancement.

 

The Senior Director of Development will understand the mission, needs and value proposition of the university and the Office of Student Life and build relationships with prospective donors to increase philanthropic support. Donors such as alumni, friends, and/or corporations will be identified by listening for opportunities to align their interests and passions with opportunities to donate to the university. As we are looking to expand our pool of potential prospects, discovery work will be required.  The ability to travel overnight, and work occasional nights and weekends, is essential.

 

Highlights of the Office of Student Life include:

1.      Leadership – Our highly engaged and experienced leadership team provides stability, vision and purpose to ensure all of our efforts are aligned in a thoughtful and intentional manner while providing strong support of Advancement initiatives.  The selected individual will maintain a strong relationship with Student Life Leadership while partnering closely with the VP of Student Life, who also sits on the University President’s Cabinet.

2.      Culture – Our culture embraces our motto – “Creating the Extraordinary Student Experience.” In everything we do, our team is focused on the student experience as we work collaboratively to that end. Creativity and innovation is encouraged to accomplish our goals.

3.      Our People – The Office of Student Life employs more than 6,500 individuals, including:

·         More than 5,500 part-time student employees

·         More than 700 administrative and professional staff

·         More than 300 bargaining unit staff (housekeeping, food service, maintenance)

·         More than 100 Civil Service staff

·         75 Graduate Assistants

4.      Our Facilities – The Student Life footprint across Ohio State’s campuses covers 6.2 million square feet and includes:

·         36 residence halls and 5 houses on the Columbus Campus

·         Nine off-campus housing units in Columbus

·         Three graduate residence halls

·         Three housing complexes on the Wooster, Newark and Mansfield campuses

·         More than 30 food service locations on Columbus, Newark, Mansfield, and Wooster campuses.

·         Eight health, wellness, and student success facilities on the Columbus campus

·         Adventure Recreation Center

·         Jesse Owens Recreation Centers North, South, and West

·         North Recreation Center

·         Recreation and Physical Activity Center

·         Wilce Student Health Center

·         Younkin Success Center

·         More than 90 acres of outdoor recreation space on and around the Columbus campus

·         One of the area’s most comprehensive event centers, the Ohio Union

5.      Resources – Coupled with all of the above, the central resources made available to you, such as a robust donor database and reporting and analytics tools, will allow you to optimize your efficiency and effectiveness by allowing you to focus on your individual priorities while also being armed with the best possible information, strategies and tactics.

 

Position Environment

Learning occurs in every corner and space throughout the university, all day and every day. The Office of Student Life is central to this process, offering students comprehensive, co-curricular programs and services to support them as they transition into and through the university to their chosen profession. During Time and Change: The Ohio State Campaign, Student Life has ambitious goals to remove barriers so that students:

 

1.      Can fully participate in high-impact practices such as internships, study abroad, student organizations and      leadership opportunities, and immersive experiences.

2.      Feel and be well across the nine dimensions of wellness.

3.      Become local and global citizens who understand civility, leadership, service, diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and change.

4.      Are best prepared for their future beyond Ohio State.

 

Philanthropic support will allow Student Life to deploy program and services aimed at retaining and graduating students.

 

These initiatives cannot be achieved without institutional partners. For example, supporting students in recovery requires research partners in Social Work and Pharmacy to inform best practices and preparing students for specialized careers necessarily requires partnerships with all academic units.

 

We firmly believe powerful partnerships with institutional partners and private supporters will help students persist, graduate, and become engaged alumni and global citizens.

 

Performance Objectives

First month

1)     Become familiar with the overall structure, resources, and capabilities of the team.

2)      Develop a deeper understanding of campaign funding priorities for the Office of Student Life.

3)     Build relationships and plans with central Advancement and College partners including gift planning, corporate relations, donor relations, foundation relations, development communications, and annual giving.

First 2-3 months

1)     Begin to actively fundraise by meeting with existing donors and beginning to qualify prospects

2)     Implement lead generation and cultivation strategies, engaging appropriate partners as necessary.

3)     Establish solicitation strategies for individual portfolio.

4)     Work with development team for best practice solicitation strategies and portfolio assignments.

5)     Begin implementation and set dates for solicitation strategies.

First 12 months

1)     Continue building a portfolio of qualified prospects.

2)     Move the prospects through the donor engagement process.

3)     Continue working towards meeting team and individual performance goals/metrics by soliciting and closing major gifts of $100,000 and above.

 

Why Join Ohio State Advancement Now?

Coinciding with the celebration of the university’s 150th birthday, The Ohio State University just launched the public phase of Time and Change: The Ohio State Campaign, the most ambitious, inclusive community-building and fundraising endeavor in the university’s 150 years of making history. The campaign strives to engage 1 million supporters, an unprecedented level in higher education. 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.

 

“Our Ohio State Advancement team embraces change driven by new, diverse ways of thinking and taking smart risks. We work every day to support and connect members of Buckeye Nation as they search for knowledge, honor our university’s land-grant mission and serve others. We are building a program unique to Ohio State that positions us as a destination for anyone who wants to empower our students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends to change the world.”

Michael C. Eicher, Senior Vice President and President, The Ohio State University Foundation

 

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:

The selected candidate for this position must have demonstrated success in several areas, including: At least six 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) and at least three years of management experience.

 

Desired Qualifications:

·         At least six years of professional fundraising experience raising the highest level of philanthropic gifts at an organization (preferably five or six figures and above)

·         At least six years of professional fundraising experience in higher education or a hospital/health care environment.

·         Experience working in other advancement departments such as donor relations and stewardship, donor communications and/or alumni relations.

You Need To Know

Aside from the unparalleled benefits of working for The Ohio State University and working in the diverse, smart, safe, fun and growing city of Columbus, Ohio, this opportunity will provide exceptional rewards that arise from working for a land grant institution where you will truly feel the impact of your work. 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

To find out more and apply online please visit: https://osujoblinks.com/onhd

Questions may be directed to Greg Bright, Recruiter, at [email protected].

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Ohio Area Director

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Ohio Area Director

The Batten Group, a national executive search and consulting firm, has been retained by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to identify development professionals to lead the organization’s fundraising and program initiatives throughout the state.

Position Summary

As an employee of AFSP National, the Ohio Area Director is responsible for implementing AFSP’s fundraising and program initiatives within the state of Ohio. The Ohio Area Director will serve as the liaison between National and the local Board Members and/or volunteers for the chapter covering the entire state, creating a sound relationship with the intent of bringing AFSP’s mission to the community. The Area Director will be able to work from a home-based office in Columbus, Cleveland or Cincinnati, with a preference for Columbus.

Position Duties and Responsibilities

  • Implement AFSP’s Out of the Darkness Community and Campus Walks and additional approved fundraising within assigned market.
  • Implement approved programs within the assigned market area including survivor programs, education programs, advocacy and awareness initiatives.
  • Responsible for development and support of Chapter Boards and committees within the market.
  • Develop budgets for assigned market area.
  • Responsible for volunteer management, including recruiting, training, assigning and recognizing volunteers within assigned market areas.
  • Develop and maintain working relationships with community leaders and organizations to promote AFSP’s message, build support for the mission and increase involvement in AFSP events and programs.
  • Responsible for marketing and public relations, including, working with media to publicize AFSP events and mission to heighten public awareness and reach fundraising goals.
  • Responsible for fiscal management, including relationships with vendors, handling cash, expense management and working with National Office on accounts payable and receivables.

Candidate Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five to seven years’ experience in nonprofit special events fundraising and volunteer management.
  • Experience in programs management and development, experience managing Board of Directors and preparing annual budgets and business plans.
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Strong interpersonal and communications skills required.

POLICY ON PLACEMENT AND RECRUITMENT

The Batten Group and American Foundation for Suicide Prevention are equal opportunity employers committed to the principles of non-discrimination in the workplace. Candidates will not be discriminated on the basis of age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status or any other basis that is prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

How to Apply:

To apply, please click the link HERE or send an updated resume and cover letter to [email protected].

 

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