Job Board

Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County - Grants Manager

Posted: 10/2/2024

Salary Range: $50,000 - $61,000

Reports to: Director of Development
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Work Environment: Hybrid
Our Vision: We seek a world where everyone has a decent place to live
 
Position Summary

The Grant Manager will be responsible for grant research, managing a master grants calendar, completing letters of intent, preparing grant proposals and formal grant applications, stewarding foundation relationships, and ensuring that grant compliance and reporting requirements are met. The Grant Manager will manage a portfolio of grant applications to foundation and corporate entities. This role involves crafting effective grant proposals, reports, and communication materials that align with the organization's mission and programs. Exceptional writing skills and attention to detail are essential for this position.


Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Lead private and corporate foundation-giving efforts through research, relationship building, grant writing, and reporting.
  • Oversee government grants for research, writing, and reporting.
  • Steward existing grant funders in the portfolio.
  • Work with internal teams to identify funding needs and to create budgets and compelling narratives to support successful grants.
  • Ensure timely and effective grant management and compliance with requirements.
  • Track and meet all deadlines on a comprehensive reporting calendar, including all grant funding opportunities.
  • Track grant submissions, relationship activities, and grant data in Salesforce.
  • Meeting or exceeding specific annual revenue goals for foundation giving.
  • Create an annual organizational impact report.
  • Assist with the Development Team’s events and marketing tasks as needed.
  • Other duties as required.
 Requirements
  • Able to think strategically and creatively to reach fundraising goals.
  • Excellent writing, storytelling, and editing skills; experience creating budgets.
  • Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office, donor management (DonorPerfect preferred), and CRM, such as Salesforce experience, are preferred.
  • Ability to use Canva, Constant Contact and social media tools.
  • Strong organization, project, and time management skills.
  • Flexible; able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to work collaboratively within a team environment and across departments.
  • Superior interpersonal skills with an ability to relate to broadly diverse audiences.
  • Passion for equitable communities and the mission of Habitat for Humanity.
  • Comfort learning innovative technology is required.
Education and Experience
  • College degree preferred.
  • Three years of fundraising and at least one year of grant writing.
  • A track record of success in meeting revenue goals and developing donor relationships.
  • Experience using CRM systems preferred. 

How to Apply
 
Please send the following to Kathi Barber, kbarber@habitatncc.org: cover letter, resume, and a writing sample, preferably a grant LOI or Executive Summary.

Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia - Director of Mission Advancement

Posted: 9/24/2024

Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000

The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia are a congregation of Catholic women who commit their lives to God as followers of Saints Francis and Clare. Our sisters and companions strive to live in loving relationship and service with all people and creation. The Sisters of St. Francis Foundation was established to engage others in providing financial support to further the mission and ministries of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, continuing a legacy of caring for those who are poor and marginalized, of giving to those with diverse needs, and of faithfulness in caring for our elder sisters.
 
The Director of Mission Advancement serves as the chief fundraising officer for the Foundation and is tasked with developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising plan. The Director works collaboratively with the Board of Trustees, the congregational minister, and the Foundation staff to identify goals aimed at ensuring the Foundation’s long-term financial stability and viability.  Directs, implements, and evaluates all fundraising initiatives. Nurtures the current donor base and identifies ways to expand it. Supervises Foundation staff (currently two part-time employees).
 
Qualifications include: 5+ years of years of progressive experience as a Development or Advancement Director with a proven track records of expanding donor bases and increasing financial contributions; a deep commitment to honoring the mission, values, and charism of the Sisters of St. Francis; strategic planning skills; supervisory competency; outstanding interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills; computer proficiency with Microsoft office programs required, and a working knowledge of Raiser's Edge desired. Bachelor's degree required, with certifications in non-profit management/fundraising a plus. This position requires some scheduling flexibility to attend evening/weekend meetings and events. 
 
A full job description is available upon request.  
 
How to Apply
 
Please send a cover letter and resume to mkeefer@osfphila.org.

Rehoboth Art League - Education Programs Director

Posted: 9/10/2024


Salary Range: $50,000-$55,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Reports To: Executive Director

Purpose of the Job Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Education Programs Director is responsible for developing, implementing and managing the league’s educational programs on- and off-campus and plays a leading role in creating the vision and strategy for growth and sustainability of the department. The Director is an experienced and creative leader with a passion for art education, with a track record of innovation and successful building of collaborative relationships and partnerships. 

About the Rehoboth Art League

Founded in 1938, the Rehoboth Art League plays a prominent role in visual arts and culture in southern Delaware. The League is recognized for a rich, year-round schedule of art exhibitions, a robust annual calendar of educational offerings, and remembered for its arts-driven events held both on our historic campus and off. Our 3.5+ acre campus in Henlopen Acres, which is home to five buildings, welcomes more than 25,000 visitors per year and our membership encompasses more than 1,400 community members. 

Key Functions & Responsibilities

  • Coordinate all aspects of educational efforts, including more than 200 classes for workshops and children each year, a robust summer camp program; school and community programs; and members’ open studios. 
  • Establish a vision and strategic direction of the educational programs of the Rehoboth Art League, ensuring alignment with the institutional strategic plan.
  • Act as liaison to the art league community of artists, teachers, group facilitators, students, parents and patrons in support of education programs.
  • Build relationships with community stakeholders and develop new partnerships and programs in collaboration with them.
  • Work collaboratively with fellow departmental directors to develop a coordinated program of services.
  • Locate, vet and evaluate teachers, lecturers, demonstrators, and group facilitators for annual programs, including league and community events.
  • Establish, schedule and manage classes and other educational events, determining best programming, tuition, teacher compensation, and operational costs as needed.
  • Populate and maintain online registration system for class programming and assist individuals in the registration process.
  • Produce regular schedules and descriptions for web and print media, along with press releases and marketing for all educational programs.
  • Develop and manage program budgets. Work on grant proposals and funding reports.
  • Maintain education-related campus signage and produce regular brochures and other print materials that promote educational offerings.
  • Oversee the league’s Members’ Open Studio programs, including coordination with volunteer leaders, scheduling, and leading studio-related policy decisions.
  • Supervise the Visual Arts Outreach Programs, including the hiring, vetting, observing, and training of instructors.
  • Ensure support of Outreach instructors through coordination of on- and off-site classes, coordination of supplies and maintenance of program records, financials, and metrics.
  • Cultivate relationships with Sussex County art teachers and regional college and university-level art instructors.
  • Coordinate, plan, hang, and promote the Annual Young at Art exhibition each year.
  • Provide support for all educational programs, teachers, and facilitators, including class reminders, signage, and prepping of classroom spaces and the historic Homestead, inclusive of evening and weekend classes.
  • Maintain administrative data related to educational programs to inform success metrics.
  • Represent the Rehoboth Art League by participating in community building, presentations to the Board of Trustees, and special events as needed.

Key Performance Measures

  • Performance will be measured by evaluating execution of key functions, particularly as related to advancing the goals of the organization.

Skills and Competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in a related field such as Art History, Art Education, Museum Studies, or Fine Art, or the equivalent in work experience.
  • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in art education, preferably at a museum or art center.
  • Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, with an attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Ability to work well with a diverse group of staff, volunteers, donors, vendors, and community members.
  • Skilled in necessary computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to effectively manage a wide array of tasks, projects, and responsibilities.
  • Teaching experience a plus.

Physical Abilities and Requirements

  • Sitting throughout the day, working with a computer.
  • Repetitive movement on computer keyboard throughout the workday.
  • This position will be expected to work nights and weekends, when necessary.
  • Lifting and moving files, boxes, hanging artwork, etc. up to 30 pounds.

Other

  • This is a full-time, 40 hour/week position, with offices generally open 9am-5pm, Monday through Friday. 
  • Driver’s license, current vehicle insurance and satisfactory driving record.
  • Background checks are conducted on employees.

This job description includes, but is not limited to, the duties and responsibilities as noted above. The essential functions of this job description are not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

The Education Programs Director will be a salaried, full-time employee of the Rehoboth Art League. Full-time employees are offered paid holidays and leave time as well as participation in a 401(k). Salary and benefits will be competitive with similar regional positions and nonprofit sectors. 

How to Apply

Please email a cover letter and resume to hr@rehobothartleague.org. Please use Education Programs Director in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

The Rehoboth Art League is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, RAL provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, genetic status or information, military or veteran status or any status protected by federal, state, or local law. The Rehoboth Art League is committed to building an inclusive working environment that supports a diverse community of staff and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Community Announcement - Public Allies Delaware

Posted: 9/10/2024

COULD YOUR ORGANIZATION BENEFIT FROM HOSTING A PUBLIC ALLY?
>>> WE STILL HAVE 5 OPENINGS! <<<

    BUILD YOUR ORGANIZATIONAL CAPACITY, IN THE FOLLOWING WAYS…
     
    Ally position descriptions are created by you and are typically focused around:
     
    Program Development, Delivery and Evaluation
    Create new programming, deliver program services more effectively, and demonstrate improved program effectiveness with increased success rates of people moving through and beyond critical needs services. 
     
    Outreach
    Increase beneficiaries served, reach additional populations of beneficiaries, and expand services. 
     
    Technology Use
    Train staff to update and maintain knowledge management systems, institutionalize technology, and automate duties for more efficiency.  
     
    Volunteer Management
    Establish, manage or enhance a volunteer program or effort to assist with service delivery. 
     
    ALL WHILE BUILDING THE FUTURE OF THE NONPROFIT SECTOR!
     
    Building the capacity of your organization is just one advantage to hosting. During the 10-month term of service you will assist in your Ally’s personal growth and professional development. Allies serve an average of 32-35 hours per week, typically Monday through Thursday, with your agency for a total of 1,300 hours during the 10 months. Every Friday they attend a full day of leadership development and sector specific training with their cohort of Allies. 
     
    Since 1994, more than 250 Delaware nonprofits and government agencies have partnered with us to provide apprenticeships for diverse, emerging leaders who are driven by our values and committed to strengthening their communities. Our AmeriCorps program maximizes resources, builds capacity, and strengthens the nonprofit sector through the development of new talent.
     
    STEPS TO HOSTING A PUBLIC ALLY
    • Submit and interest form at https://publicallies.org/partner-application. This takes less than 2 minutes to complete.
    • Meet with a Public Allies staff member to discuss the current capacity of your organization and develop measurable objectives for the Ally’s term of service.
    • Interview candidates.   
    • Your Ally serves with your organization September through June.
     
    THE COST SHARE 
     
    While the total Ally cost for a 10-month term of service is $43,000 (stipend, benefits, child care, educational benefit, etc), your portion is far less. Your agency’s cost share portion is calculated on a sliding scale based on your annual budget (see chart below).
     
    Your annual budget = Your cost share
     
    Under $500,000 = $15,500 (first Ally)
    $500,000 - $1M = $18,500 
    Over $1M = $20,500
    Government Agencies = $23,500
     
    QUESTIONS? Contact Tina Morrow at (302) 573-4438 or tmorrow@udel.edu.
     
    Public Allies is an AmeriCorps program with the University of Delaware Center for Community Research and Service, Biden School.

    Delaware Center for Horticulture - Director of Advancement

    Posted: 9/3/2024


    Salary Range: $70,000

    Position Summary
    Schedule: Monday through Friday, and occasional weekends and events
    Type: Full-time, exempt
    Start Date: October 1, 2024
     
    Mission
     
    The Delaware Center for Horticulture inspires individuals and communities through the power of plants. Since 1977, we have cultivated a greener community by creating and maintaining the first Urban Farm in the city of Wilmington, beautifying public landscapes, planting and advising on the placement of urban trees, mobilizing volunteers, and hosting community events and educational programs, including our Branches to Chances® Return to Work program and our Neighborhood Tree Steward Program. Because much of our work occurs in low-income neighborhoods with higher rates of disease, environmental contamination, and poor access to healthy foods, our educational efforts also emphasize the personal health and sustainability benefits of gardening.
     
    Position Summary
     
    The Director of Advancement oversees the strategy and development for the fundraising activities for the DCH. The Director of Advancement works closely with the Executive Director, and other members of the leadership team to set goals, and strategies to support the DCH $1.4M+ annual operating budget as well as on-going capital and facility projects. The successful candidate will have at minimum 5 years direct fundraising experience in successfully planning, leading and executing a year-long development plan, with an emphasis on individual giving, major gifts, sponsorship, and donor engagement. Experience in planned giving programs a plus.
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Leading, establishing and implementing the annual fundraising plan with the Executive Director, and members of the leadership team to meet and exceed the annual fundraising goals in support of the organization’s operations and capital plans.
    • Leading and managing the Annual Fund, and strategic oversight of the Membership program with the Membership & Volunteer Manager.
    • Oversees the gift procressing procedures, including maintaining templates and generating acknowledgements within a CRM, and directs overall development operations with an emphasis on donor stewardship and retention.
    • Reports on, evaluates, and measures annual fundraising and campaign results to Executive Director, Advancement Committee and Board of Directors.
    • Directly solicits contributions from individual donors, corporations, foundations, and other potential donors, and acknowledges their generosity through direct reporting, stewardship and communication methods with an emphasis on mission fulfillment and impact.
    • Oversees, directs and manages fundraising events and donor cultivation events with support from Membership & Volunteer Manager, Special Events Coordinator, and Communications Manager.
    Supervisor and Sources of Collaboration

    • Reports to Executive Director Collaborates with the Leadership Team
    • Direct reports: Membership & Volunteer Manager, Grants Manager, Special Events Coordinator
    Qualifications and Experience

    • Bachelor’s degree, with minimum 5 years in direct fundraising, with emphasis on individual giving, annual fund, corporate giving, and events/sponsorship.
    • Budget planning and oversight of development operations with a minimum of 2 direct reports.
    • Direct solicitation experience including, but not limited to, individuals, corporations, foundations, state and local government sources.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Database management (currently in Fundly).
    • Direct experience with fundraising CRM (customer relationship management) software.
    Work Environment and Physical Demands
     
    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    • The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment.
    • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and be able to carry, move and set up necessary supplies and equipment.
    • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
    • Schedule flexibility; some remote work will be considered.
    Salary and Compensation
     
    $70,000/year commensurate with experience and qualifications. DCH offers a competitive benefits package including health, vision, dental, and supplemental insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits.
     
    Equal Opportunity
     
    DCH considers candidates for all positions on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetic information, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or status as a disabled veteran or other protected classification and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
     
    DCH reserves the right to change this job description as conditions change.
     
    How to Apply
     
    Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to careers@thedch.org. Please reference Director of Advancement in email subject line.

    Williamson College of the Trades - Grant and Scholarship Coordinator

    Posted: 8/14/2024

    Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000

    Reports To: Director of Grants and Research, Office of Institutional Advancement
     
    Position Purpose 
     
    The Grant and Scholarship Coordinator for Williamson College of the Trades provides high quality program and project management of the named scholarship program as well as support of the grant function of the Institutional Advancement department. This individual will serve as the representative of Williamson in many capacities and will possess strong project management skills, donor relations experience, and proficiency or ability to be proficient in the donor database and other computer systems.
     
    Essential Duties and Responsibilities/Functions
     
    Scholarship Program

    • Primary responsibility for coordinating Williamson’s named scholarship program.
    • Builds good working relationships with the College’s named student scholars.
    • Communicates with selected students via meetings, text messages and email to share expectations and events for named scholars.
    • Maintains thorough and accurate records of all aspects of scholarship program administration.
    • Distributes and obtains key documents from named student scholars, including signed scholarship agreements and FERPA releases. 
    • Works with named student scholars to solicit needed information for donor thank you letters and student profiles.
    • Uses student-provided information to produce and distribute polished electronic and hard copy donor packets that include personal cover letter from VP for Institutional Advancement, signed student thank you letter and student profile with photograph. 
    • Maintains timely, accurate records of all scholarship activity in Raiser’s Edge database.
    • Assists Director of Grants and Research with reporting on grants that fund name scholarships, including gathering data on student grades and financial aid. 
    • Tracks trade shop, athletic, community service and extracurricular achievements of named scholars; advises relevant Advancement staff on donor stewardship opportunities. 
    • Assists with invitations, preparation and implementation of the College’s annual Scholarship Celebration.  
    Grants Program

    • Maintains grants calendar and funding database to track funding requirements and deadlines.
    • Completes grant reports for funding sources. 
    • Produces prospect research profiles using web-based sources and department databases. 
    Other duties as assigned. 
     
    Qualifications (Skills and Abilities Required)
    • Bachelor’s degree. 
    • Passion for Williamson’s mission and scholarship program, and enthusiasm for working with students and donors.
    • Proficiency in office databases, knowledge of Raiser’s Edge preferred.
    • Ability to orient to new software.
    • Analytical skills.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of mail merge and basic Excel formulations.
    • Strong ability to write and edit general office correspondence.
    • Excellent command of detail.
    • Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
    • Ability to work independently, requiring a minimum amount of supervision.
    • General knowledge of computer, printer, and other office equipment.
    • Ability to cheerfully and effectively manage multiple projects on deadline. 

    Working Conditions

    • Travel requirements could include short trips for local business. 
    • Long and irregular hours required at times.
    • Works in a clean, well-lighted, temperature-controlled environment.

    Physical Requirements

    • Routine office work with extensive sitting, standing, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and walking around the campus.
    • Ability to lift and carry no more than 25 pounds.

    Supervisory Responsibility
     
    No supervisory responsibility.
     
    Other Duties
     
    Please note this position (job) description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position (job). Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
     
    How to Apply
     
    Please email cover letter and resume to Kelsey Turk, Associate VP for Institutional Advancement, kturk@williamson.edu.

    Delaware Theatre Company - Director of Learning and Community Partnerships

    Posted: 8/13/2024


    Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

    We are passionate about fostering an inclusive space that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities, and cultures. Organizations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective are proven to be better companies. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is the right thing to do.
     
    Delaware Theatre Company creates theatre of the highest professional quality in Delaware and thereby enriches the vitality of the area through artistic programming, education, and community service. At its heart, theatre is community. By telling our stories, by shining a light on our shared experiences, theatre strengthens the bonds between us. Connects us. That's what community is about - and that's what we're about. Delaware Theatre Company has been connecting people for the past 45 years. 
     
    Position Summary
     
    The Director of Learning and Community Partnerships will be an innovative thought leader, strong collaborator, and skillful public advocate, with a fervent commitment to community engagement and relationship development. In addition to planning for the future of DTC’s Learning and Community Partnerships Program, they will guide a multi-faceted operation of dynamic, innovative programs, serving more than 2,500 individuals annually. DTC’s programs will be rooted in the tenets of aesthetic education and focused on the values of community and connection, inquiry and reflection, and authenticity in storytelling. Equity, diversity, inclusion, and access are central to all aspects of programming. The Director will ensure that that work continues while expanding on its execution and heightening the program’s profile in the education, youth development, and philanthropic communities.
     
    Roles and Responsibilities
     
    Strategic Planning and Program Development
    • Develop, refine, implement, and evaluate the Learning and Community Partnership Program’s vision, mission, core values, and goals, working in collaboration and consulting with the Executive & Artistic Director, senior staff, and board.
    • Assess current programming for adherence to mission and core values and collaborate with department staff and teaching artists to conceive and implement new programming, including that which may generate income.
    • Ensure that all department activities support and enhance DTC’s EDI values.
    • Embrace other strategic planning and program development duties, as needed.
     
    School and Community Engagement
    • Build and steward relationships and partnerships with community, social service, and government organizations as appropriate.
    • Sustain and expand relationships with current and potential partner schools both in New Castle County and around the tri-state area.
    • Create and plan appropriate curricula for in-school programs in collaboration with teaching artists, and in communication with the relevant partners.
    • Explore and identify opportunities for additional programmatic activities serving current and future partners.
    • Embrace other school and community engagement duties, as needed.

    Team and Artist Leadership
    • Cultivate a culture of openness, support, and mutual learning with the staff and teaching artists.
    • Create and facilitate opportunities for professional development of staff and teaching artists in support of department programs.
    • Participate as a full member of the senior leadership team with the other department heads, devising ways to mutually support each department’s activities.
    • Embrace other leadership duties, as needed.
     
    Fiscal Responsibility and Revenue Generation
    • Develop the departmental budget for review and approval by the Executive & Director, collaborating with appropriate staff.
    • Collaborate with the Executive & Artistic Director on donor prospecting and cultivation, grant proposals, and reports.
    • Supervise budget implementation, ensuring proper resourcing and maintaining fiscal responsibility.
    • Report to the Executive & Artistic Director and, if requested, to the Board, on departmental activities and progress, including financial updates.
    • Embrace other fiscal responsibilities and revenue generation duties, as needed.
     
    Traits and Characteristics
     
    The incoming Director of Learning and Community Partnerships at DTC will possess a unique blend of skills in collaboration, analysis, decision-making, and self-awareness. They recognize the talents and contributions of others while demonstrating the capacity for inclusive leadership, forward-thinking, effective planning, creativity, and goal-oriented action. The role requires a leader who values and exhibits behaviors that center on relationship-building, active engagement, customer focus, adaptability, and effective communication and collaboration.
     
    Other key competencies include:

    • Leadership and Influencing Others – Organizing and personally affecting other people to believe in a vision while creating a sense of purpose and direction.
    • Planning, Organizing, and Goal Orientation – Setting, pursuing, and attaining goals, regardless of obstacles or circumstances while remaining answerable for personal actions.
    • Futuristic and Conceptual Thinking – Imagining and envisioning what has yet to be realized, analyzing hypothetical situations, trends, patterns, and concepts to formulate connections and new insights.

    Qualifications
     
    Demonstrated leadership experience and proven success in the direction and strategic expansion of educational programs. Ability to effectively communicate impact with a wide variety of constituencies. Familiarity with Delaware school systems is desirable, and a track record of community engagement is essential. Past experience as a teaching artist or in positive youth development with an understanding of current pedagogical theories and best practices is advantageous. If you do not meet all the qualifications but possess transferable or equivalent skills, experience, or education, we encourage you to apply and highlight those areas.
     
    Compensation and Benefits
     
    DTC provides a competitive and equitable compensation package in the range of $65,000 to $75,000, with benefits that include paid time off and holidays, health insurance, long-term disability, and basic life insurance.
     
    How to Apply
     
    To apply, please send a cover letter and a resume to msilva@delawaretheatre.org.

    Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware - Resource Development Director (Georgetown, DE)

    Posted: 8/8/2024

    Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000

    Position Summary
     
    The Resource Development Director reports to the Vice President of Resource Development and is responsible for identifying, cultivating, qualifying, soliciting, and stewarding donors with a goal of expanding the number of leadership and major gifts in Sussex County. This position leads the implementation of a comprehensive fundraising program in Sussex County and works collaboratively with Area Directors and Volunteers to renew and increase philanthropic support. This position works in a highly collaborative environment effectively interacting with Club staff, board members, the Resource Development Team, and others to help meet organizational goals.
     
    Essential Functions

    • Supports and articulates the organization’s mission, core beliefs, programs, and services in a variety of settings and circumstances.
    • Maintains a portfolio of 150+ donors ensuring timely steps are taken for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to reach an annual fundraising goal. 
    • Develops relationships with Board Members, BGCDE leadership, volunteers, and leadership donors to identify and solicit new prospects.
    • Updates donor records in donor management system and uses technology to identify and manage donors and prospects, including our donor database and wealth screening tools.
    • Communicates fundraising progress throughout the organization and equips volunteers to reach fundraising goals.
    • Develops and follows an individual fundraising work plan that maximizes time and resources in targeting specific sources of income.
    • Serves as a liaison to community groups and organizations that conduct third-party fundraising events and activities and works with the Event Coordinator to ensure the success of two marquee special events.
    • Increases visibility of Club programs and services and helps ensure that the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is positioned as the premier youth service organization in Sussex County.
    • Helps ensure a productive working environment, providing support to operations and volunteer leadership on fundraising issues.
    • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.
     
    Qualifications and Education Requirements

    • Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of effective fundraising strategies and moves management techniques.
    • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
    • 3-5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit organizations; fundraising, marketing, budgeting, community, and public relations experience strongly preferred.
    • Sussex County Residence and/or Sussex County Network preferred.
    • Strong communication, planning, team building, and organizational skills.
    • Demonstrated leadership and excellent interpersonal skills.
    • High level of proficiency in MS Suite and Donor Management Software.  
     
    Working Conditions

    • Meet multiple and concurrent deadlines.
    • Present oneself with professionally appropriate demeanor and attire.
    • Maintain a high energy level.
    • Frequent travel throughout the state using your own vehicle is required. Reimbursement for travel expenses included.
    • Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30-5:00. Flexibility to work periodic evening and weekend hours is required. 
    Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by the employee’s supervisor. 
     
    How to Apply
     
    Interested applicants, please apply at the link below or send your resume with a cover letter to sdriscoll@bgclubs.org.
     
    Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.