Director Of Development

 

Description:

Position Summary: The Gulf Coast Symphony seeks a Director of Development to lead the fundraising activities of the organization. The Director of Development will work with GCS leadership to develop and execute a strategic plan for annual giving and planned giving to support the activities of the Gulf Coast Symphony. They will be responsible for donor events and activities throughout the year. The Director of Development will work with a team including Planned Giving Manager, Director of Patron & Donor Loyalty and others. They will work closely with the Managing Director, the Board of Directors, volunteers and report to the President & CEO. The organizations current budget is $2.5 million, with approximately 60% contributed revenues.

 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • With the President & CEO & Managing Director, set annual fundraising goals and develop long term strategies to increase giving in support of the mission of the Symphony
  • Lead in planning and executing earned revenue campaigns including:
    • annual fund
    • major gifts
    • sponsorship
    • planned giving programs
  • Monitor revenue and expense budgets; prepare and present accurate and timely reporting and analysis
  • Lead the planning and execution of fundraising/cultivation events in collaboration with staff, volunteers and members of the Board of Directors
  • Collaborate with staff and outside contractors on the creation of fundraising collateral
  • Writing/administering/reporting of foundation and government grants
  • Research funding sources and philanthropic trends, including new opportunities at the local, state and national levels
  • Oversee the maintenance of donor records and donor benefits
  • Serve as a liaison to the Board of Directors and any appropriate committees and task forces related to fundraising activities
  • Attend concerts, events and meetings outside of normal business hours

Organization Gulf Coast Symphony
Industry Business Development Jobs
Occupational Category Director of Development
Job Location Florida,USA
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2023-07-31 12:17 pm
Expires on 2024-12-24