The Zimmer Childrens Museum is dedicated to inspiring young people of all ages to cultivate a social conscience and embrace their responsibility to help make the world a better place. It is our mission to help young people develop their capacity for creating positive change through interactive learning, creative self-expression and leadership development. Position Responsibilities: The Development Director, who reports to the CEO, is responsible for creating, coordinating and implementing fundraising and fundraising support programs, including corporate giving, individual donations/ major gifts, and events (including our annual Gala fundraising dinner). Specific responsibilities include: Prospect cultivation Donor stewardship Corporate solicitation Working with Board members and other stakeholders to reach out to new potential funders Event management Creating and managing development and communications calendar (including grants) The ideal candidate is excited about the mission of the Zimmer and passionate about helping share this mission with a wide range of possible supporters. This candidate is motivated to build on the successes of a small, thriving museum, to resourcefully expand its reach and capacity. Requirements: A minimum of 8 years demonstrated successful fundraising experience or its equivalent, preferably in an organization serving children, youth and/or families. Proven track record of personally identifying, cultivating and soliciting individual donors, corporations for support. Demonstrated success securing corporate relationships. Prior experience with major donor solicitation and the ability and confidence to make the ask when appropriate. Demonstrated experience in setting and reaching fundraising goals and benchmarks. Prior experience with managing fundraising events. Strong organizational skills, with a proven record of managing multiple projects and competing priorities. Proven concern for detail, organization, and timely follow-through. Excellent presentation skills. Experience with Raisers Edge or equivalent donor software a plus. Membership/ involvement in AFP preferred. Bachelors degree required. Masters degree in related field a plus. Ability to work evenings and weekends as required. SALARY: Competitive, depending on experience (with full benefits) START DATE: Immediately How to apply To receive an application, please send a blank email with Development Director in the subject line, to zimmerjob@gmail mailto:zimmerjob@gmail. No calls please. For more information about the Zimmer Childrens Museum, please visit zimmermuseum.org zimmermuseum.org/.
Posted on: Tue, 28 Jan 2014 00:47:04 +0000
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