The Senior Director of Development, under the direction of the Assistant Vice President and/or Provost, provides leadership and guidance for a university department.

The Senior Director Development for Academic Affairs is responsible for all development activities in the Division. Specifically, the Senior Director will: identify, cultivate, solicit and provide stewardship of major donors for Division initiatives at the level of $100,000 or more, recruit members to and manage the Division’s Leadership Council, plan and staff the Division’s annual fund drives, and work with leadership to identify giving opportunities to meet Division needs. Develop strategies and materials for attracting external prospects, as well as alumni, to support Division needs, while providing important stewardship to existing donors, which includes individuals, corporations and foundations. Develop and customize diverse fundraising strategies, purposeful events and activities to engage donor constituencies for the Division of Academic Affairs, which includes, but is not limited to: Military and Veterans Resource Center, Undergraduate Studies, Library, Environmental Center, LGBT Center, Lend-A-Wing, Continuing Education, OLLI, Recreation and Wellness and more.

The Senior Director of Development will also manage the Director of Development for Academic Affairs, the Coordinator of the UNF Parents Program and an administrative staff person, creating a fundraising team of four. During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a directly related area of specialization and four years of experience directly related to the job functions.

Special Notice:
Applicants must complete an online application at www.unfjobs.org to be considered for this position.
Applicants who do not apply online will not be considered for this position. Once you submit your completed application you will receive a confirmation number. Keep the confirmation number for your records.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Amelia Rubino at (904) 620-1891 or at amelia.rubino@unf.edu.

UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution.

Director of Annual Fund and Family Engagement

The Annual Fund and Family Engagement Director is responsible for the overall direction of the annual fund program (JCDS Fund), including expanding and strengthening the base of philanthropic support. The Director leads annual giving for all constituencies including: leadership donors, Trustees, current parents, alumni families, grandparents, business council members, faculty, and staff. Through a wide variety of programming and volunteer opportunities, the Director also provides direction and support to the Parents’ Association.

The Annual Fund and Family Engagement Director reports to the Senior Director of Advancement and works closely with the Director of Marketing and Communication and the Director of Admissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5­-7 years of direct fundraising experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may substitute for a degree.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship­-building skills, including the ability to work collaboratively on a team and communicate effectively and respectfully with donors, board members, volunteers, staff, parents, grandparents, and alumni.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple deadlines and deliverables in a timely, organized way. Adept at juggling competing priorities. Ability to stay focused, even­tempered, and to use good judgment in stressful circumstances.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Experience working with fundraising databases, knowledge of Raiser’s Edge preferred.
• Experience attending or working in an independent school or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages the school’s annual giving program
• Designs, implements, manages, and evaluates annual fund strategy, creating a case for giving, including approach and messaging for annual fund consistent with the school’s messaging framework
• Develops, in conjunction with the Director of Marketing, print and electronic solicitation and support materials for all constituency groups and segments including, but not limited to: Business Council, grandparents, alumni, former Trustees, alumni parents.
• Manages annual fund promotion efforts as part of Advancement team
• Works with current and prospective Business Council members to support JCDS
• In conjunction with the Senior Director and Head of School, assists with management of the Leadership Council including solicitation, stewardship strategies, and donor events
• Assists with training and support of Board of Trustees Advancement Committee members and JCDS Fund Cabinet volunteers in relation to annual fund efforts
• Manages Annual Giving donor stewardship and recognition efforts
• Produces reports to track and evaluate the success of the annual fund on a monthly and annual basis and assess the effectiveness of specific strategies
• Researches potential personal solicitations of key major donors as assigned
• Creates and implement plans, in conjunction with Education Directors, to engage alumni and parents of alumni in classroom and school­wide opportunities
• Works with Marketing and Communications to update and maintain the Development pages on the website
• Manages and acknowledges in­kind donations
• Oversees data entry into Raiser’s Edge; confirm accuracy of data
• Coordinates the development of the Annual Report for inclusion in Connections magazine
• Serves as liaison to Parents’ Association for all community events and initiatives while assisting with coordination of communication efforts among parents, Trustees, faculty, and staff by working with the Marketing and Communication Director
• Supports the Parents’ Association with Celebrate JCDS and the annual auction, including soliciting items from teachers and administrators, as well as Board of Trustees; coordinating and working with Parents’ Association to set­up event website; and providing other support as needed leading up to and during the event
• Assists with annual Grandparents and Special Friends Day
• Other duties as assigned

Performance Characteristics

• Has a keen understanding that a robust Annual Giving program creates a culture of philanthropy and is the foundation for all major fundraising
• Truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others
• Cultivates, embraces, and celebrates volunteer efforts
• Displays an innate ability to show respect and honor all donors
• Holds self and others accountable to accomplish results
• Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to careers@jcds.com

Job Duties:
Plan and execute a systematic fundraising program to provide financial support for the university’s annual giving program. Design and implement departmental strategies and objectives to ensure departmental goals are met. Develop and/or supervise the implementation of programs, policies & procedures and technology initiatives. Serve in an advisory capacity, providing coaching and consultation. Develop proposals, recommendations and reports for senior leadership. Collaborate with senior leaders to integrate departmental objectives that impact the university. During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

Required Qualifications:
A Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a related area of specialization and two years of experience directly related to the job functions; or a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in a directly related area of specialization and four years of experience directly related to the job functions.

Applicants must complete an online application at www.unfjobs.org in order to be considered for this position. UNF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action Institution.  Applicants who do not apply online will not be considered for this position.  Once you submit your completed application you will receive a confirmation number.  Keep the confirmation number for your records.  

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Amelia Rubino at (904) 620-1891 or at amelia.rubino@unf.edu.

The Regional Development Manager handles all aspects of the Walk to Defeat ALS®, the signature fundraising program of The ALS Association Florida Chapter, and all other fundraising initiatives to achieve budgeted annual revenue targets for walks, endurance events, community events, and all other fundraising initiatives in the assigned region.  Our Walk to Defeat ALS takes place in ten locations around the state, generating vital proceeds for patient care and comfort, as well as research for treatments and a cure. Therefore the successful candidate must be experienced in all aspects of fundraising including Peer-to-Peer fundraising and event management.

Position: Donor Coordinator FLSA:  Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Reports to: Executive Director of Advancement
Effective date: April 2019

General Summary:  
The position of Donor Coordinator will report directly to the Executive Director of Advancement and will provide administrative support for the Office of Development.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provides frequent ongoing maintenance and integrity of the Donor Perfect software to track prospective and current donor records, including ad hoc reporting requests, frequent updates to the database, and regular reporting of donor activity.
• Coordinates frequent communications and outreach to support external donor development and stewardship.
• Manages stewardship activities, including regular reporting to donors, scheduling visits, and ensures proper representation of donor identity commitments: signage, website listings, e-newsletter articles, logo placement, annual report listing, donor wall recognition, and social media and other applicable promotional materials.
• Coordinates a variety of administrative activities related to donor attendance and involvement in events and programs, ensuring a seamless patron experience inclusive of the annual golf tournament and other events, as directed by the Executive Director of Advancement.
• Works collaboratively with the Executive Director of Advancement and Guardian’s board members to achieve annual funding goals to support the Mission of The Guardian.
• Provides support to the Executive Director of Advancement in preparation for board meetings.
• Collaborates with the Executive Director of Advancement to assess ongoing needs of The Guardian Catholic Schools to develop proposals for corporate and state funding opportunities.
• Partners with various foundations to apply and manage grant applications, fulfillment and reporting processes.
• Writes and edits grant requests, donor letters, corporate sponsorship proposals, final reports, and other correspondence, as required, necessitating a high degree of persuasive professional writing skills.
• Develops the design layout, writes articles, and prints and mails The Guardian Catholic Schools Newsletter.
• Responds to specific and routine work assignments, as well as special projects from the The Guardian Catholic School, necessitating great attention to detail, priority, and deadlines.
• Screens, prioritizes, and routes phone calls to the appropriate personnel or provides direct assistance to individuals within scope of authority and responsibility of the position, necessitating a high level of professionalism, empathy, tact, courtesy and diplomacy.  Contacts and conversations frequently involve confidential/sensitive matters necessitating a high degree of discretion.
• Greets and receives visitors in a courteous and professional manner, directing them to the appropriate parties.  
• Receives and distributes incoming mail and assures that outgoing mail is sent in a timely fashion. Handles office mailings and distributes materials to commission.
• Creates neat and professional correspondences as assigned; free from error and with good grammar and proper English; proofreads and edits materials; duplicates and distributes materials as necessary.  
• Provides research, data entry into multiple databases, accurate and timely filing; organizes and maintains a neat and efficient filing system, and creates, updates, and maintains accurate databases, electronic files and other records and information.
• Must be able to schedule all necessary accommodations for meetings, visits, conferences, flight, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, and other travel arrangements.
• Responsible to pay great attention to schedules, paying special awareness to deadlines, reoccurring important dates, obligations and commitments, and providing timely reminders as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Must have knowledge of the Catholic faith and possesses a working knowledge of the Catholic Church.
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years’ professional experience in the not-for-profit Development field.
• Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency; a person with superior organizational skills.
• Experience and skills in researching, data collection, and organizing and preparing data for analysis is preferred.
• Knowledge and skills in the use of technology, as well as continuously looking for ways to use technology to make the office and individual work responsibilities more effective and efficient.
• Must consistently demonstrate a positive, friendly, respectful and caring attitude with colleagues, the public, and all one serves in word and deed; projecting a welcoming atmosphere to all who visit the office.  
• Must be able to organize and prioritize work, be proactive, take initiative, resolve complex problems, follow through, and simultaneously manage multiple priorities.
• Requires a high level of proficiency and expertise in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook – as well as Photoshop with photo-editing tools, and Adobe.  
• Must be proficient in English grammar with excellent research, interpretive, writing, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate events.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must successfully pass the required criminal background check prior to employment and every five years.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, vendors, employees, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position may require some evening and weekend hours.

Working under the direction of the Chief Advancement Officer (CAO), the Donor Relations Manager (DRM) plays a key and integral role in the success of K9s For Warriors fund development efforts, specifically through ongoing and proactive relationship management, strategic communications planning, gifts cultivation and solicitation activity with an assigned caseload of qualified major donors. In this role, the DRM will identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward major gift donors acting as the primary contact between K9s and the assigned caseload, with an emphasis on securing gifts of $10,000 and higher, increasing overall major gifts to K9s For Warriors while retaining and strengthening existing giving. An ability to empathize with donors and clearly communicate our organization’s mission is key.

The DRM must be a team player who also works well independently, has strong leadership abilities and an entrepreneurial spirit, possesses initiative, has unparalleled attention to detail, and excels in being creative, dependable, flexible, and resourceful. The DRM will work in conjunction with the CAO, Associate Director of Development and consultants to design, develop and implement K9s For Warriors’ annual major gift plan (individual contributions of $10,000+). The DRM will be expected to energize team members, persuade prospects and meet annual fundraising objectives. This position works closely with program managers, CAO and CEO to align major gifts efforts with the K9s For Warriors’ strategic plan and mission. The DRM’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assist donors in accomplishing their philanthropic goals through a relationship with K9s For Warriors

Establish, manage and fulfill a caseload communications plan, including individual fundraising goals and personalized strategies, to effectively steward, educate, cultivate and solicit gifts from major donors each fiscal year, with an emphasis on gifts of $10,000 and higher

Manage a minimum caseload of 150 assigned and qualified major donors and maintain and seek to engage with a small additional prospective donor “watch list” as assigned, following the agreed upon communications plan that is specific to each donor and prospect

Lead in one-to-one solicitation, gift acknowledgment and stewardship communication

Travel as necessary, establishing and maintaining excellent donor relations, providing written proposals to major gift prospects as needed, and including K9s leadership as appropriate

Work in collaboration with program, finance, development, education/communications and admin support staff to develop a portfolio of giving opportunities (cases for support) that documents funding needs in terms of real program costs, how dollars impact our warriors and rescue dogs, outcomes being achieved, shortfalls and exciting mission advancement opportunities; presenting these opportunities to donors to effectively match donor interests with K9s advancement needs

Manage all office systems related to DRM duties, including maintaining updated donor files, tracking spreadsheets, correspondence and gift acknowledgments, etc., in keeping with department policies and procedures

Document all donor interactions through contact reports and according to established business practices, including K9s For Warriors’ donor database and wealth screening tools
Ensure excellent customer service is provided to donors through accessibility to staff and leadership (as granted), timely responsiveness, quality in all interactions and personalized communications.

Make direct, face-to-face solicitations, and assist the CAO and other staff with their portfolio solicitation
Other duties and tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

5-years, minimum, demonstrated experience in non-profit fundraising; 3+ years in major gift solicitation strongly preferred

Ability to secure individual major gifts of $10,000+
Successful track-record of personally identifying, cultivating and soliciting new individual donors

Record of measurable results in organizing and implementing development events and related activities

Comfortable using a donor database, prospect research and other wealth screening tools to aid in the moves management process; experience with Blackbaud products preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Communications, Nonprofit Management or a related field

A valid driver’s license required

Preferred Skills:

A self-starter driven by results

Willingness to travel to meet with current and prospective donors; some overnight travel is required

Strategist adept at planning, prioritizing, multi-tasking and follow-through

Willing and capable to work hands-on developing and executing fundraising events and other activities as needed

Committed to and enthusiastic about K9s For Warriors

Military background or veteran status is a plus

Additional Notes:

Our advancement team and organization directors participate in close collaborative work; therefore this individual is on site in our Ponte Vedra, FL office. Due to the nature of this position frequent local and national travel, including overnight, is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

Non-profit or fundraising: 5 years (Preferred)

Benefits offered:

Paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
Retirement benefits or accounts
Other types of insurance

To apply please submit resume and cover letter (applications submitted without a cover letter will not be considered) here: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=company%2CiaBackPress&jk=3363b91861a78520&tk=1d6e3aoppaqgs800. 

Ability Housing’s vision is a society where housing is a right, not a privilege; and all individuals have safe, affordable housing in vibrant communities.  Our mission is to build strong communities where everyone has a home.  To achieve these, we develop and operate quality rental housing affordable to persons with extremely limited incomes; administer rental assistance to help chronically homeless households access market housing; and partner with service organizations to ensure our residents have the supports they require to maintain their housing and increase self-reliance.

Reporting to the Strategy and Development Director, the Grant Writer is responsible for understanding the agency's mission, programs and impact; researching and identifying grant opportunities, including larger, multi-dimensional opportunities; drafting and submitting grant applications; and conducting appropriate reporting and follow-up.


ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Secure new grant awards so that the organization may increase capacity, mission fulfillment and community impact.  Responsibilities include:

• Develop and submit grant proposals to grant-making organizations, persuasively communicating the agency's mission, programs and impact
• Conduct the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant requests; including letters of support, proposals, budgets and presentations
• Develop and submit responses to governmental notices of funding availability and other funding opportunities
• Work collegially with programmatic and finance departments to identify funding needs, gather information necessary to submit grant requests, and secure information necessary to submit grant reports
• Research prospective funders and funding opportunities to assess viability
• Submit accurate and compelling grant reports according to funder requirements
• Steward current and new donors
• Maintain development records, including project management software and donor database, to know donor history, track grant proposal status and meet report requirements
• Assist with other fund development projects, agency events and Strategy and Development Department needs as required
• Write monthly reports for the Leadership Team, Development Committee, and others


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Strong commitment to and belief in the mission of Ability Housing
• Strong written communication skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate, and persuasive proposals
• Strong editing skills
• Ability to understand both the agency’s needs and the goals of organization that is offering the grant money
• Top-shelf research skills
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of fundraising information sources
• Experience with proposal writing and institutional donors
• Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies
• Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques for prospect research
• Strong contributor in team environments
• Microsoft Office 365: Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Knowledge and familiarity with E-Tapestry and/or Blackbaud


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience with nonprofit organizations
• Minimum of two years’ experience with grant writing
• Previous experience with non-profit fundraising
• Experience working in deadline-driven environments
• Able to work well in a team environment, handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Able to monitor and meet income goals

Position is a full-time, exempt position.  Regular daily (work week) presence is required.

Ability Housing, Inc. offers a competitive compensation and benefits including, medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, paid vacation and holidays days, and retirement.

Submit resume to info@abilityhousing.org

DOES YOUR WORK MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD?

Now is a great time to join and lead the Orthodox Christian Mission Center’s development team. Get all the benefits of applying your professional talents in an Orthodox Christian missionary based non-profit that reaches throughout the world, changing lives and saving souls. Your creativity and energy are what we need!

As Development Director you will lead development initiatives, manage all department staff and fundraising activities, as well as work with and develop a high-level personal portfolio.

Make a difference in the world today and send your resume to missions@ocmc.org, attention Fr. Martin Ritsi.  

OCMC Director of Development Job Description

About this Role:
To support our mission, OCMC seeks to hire a Director of Development.  This full-time position will lead fundraising success across a broad portfolio of OCMC donors and supporters.  This is a leadership position, responsible for results and for effectively leading and managing OCMC staff, resources and assets to achieve these goals.

Responsibilities:
*Plan and execute a comprehensive advancement program that includes the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of all donors for annual giving, major gifts, and capital/endowment campaigns
*Develop Strategy and Fundraising Plans that will achieve growth goals and include specific approaches for the portfolio’s segments
*Manage a personal portfolio of 100 to 125 individual donor prospects.
*Manage foundation relations including research, grant proposal writing, and stewardship.
*Lead and manage fundraising and marketing/communication staff, fundraising resources, brand assets, event planning, and donor recognition
*Obtain approval from Executive Director (ED) for the team’s plans and initiatives, coordinate with ED during execution and help arrange and support ED’s fundraising activities
*Lead the organization in fundraising across broad donor classes, using traditional fundraising methods (e.g., direct mail) and newer approaches (e.g., social media)
*Ensure accuracy of donor data and fundraising metrics, and appropriately integrate information with Financial and Communications systems
*Oversee a prospect management process that supports the Board of Directors, the Executive Director, Mission Center Directors and Development staff.

Knowledge and Skills:
*Five to eight years of professional non-profit fundraising experience as Development Director with a proven track record of achieving results, including significant major leadership gifts and capital/endowment campaigns
*Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in relevant area of study, preferred, graduate degrees preferred
*Experience managing a large portfolio of donors and achieving goals across the portfolio
*Experience managing other fundraising and marketing staff effectively
*Strong organizational skills and the ability to foster and manage internal and external key relationships are essential
*Basic knowledge of Orthodox Christian Church doctrines, tradition and culture, preferred
*Basic understanding of international mission ideologies and programs preferred
*Proven results in traditional and emerging fundraising techniques and communications
*Working knowledge of Raiser’s Edge, preferred

Competencies:
*Strong interpersonal skills
*Able to work well with a wide variety of people, including other staff, board of directors, donors, missionaries, and church leaders and parishioners  
*Exceptional communication skills
*Ability to understand dynamics of a national organization with multiple international operations

Certifications:
*CFRE certification not required but will be considered an asset.

Working Conditions:
Stationed in OCMC’s St. Augustine, FL Headquarters.  Significant travel required (40% or more). Extensive typing and computer work required.

Summary:
Classification:  Exempt
Reports to:  Executive Director of OCMC
Supervises:  All Development Staff: Major Giving, Annual, Direct Mail, Events, and Marketing/Communications staff

Salary Range:
$90,000 - $125,000