Director Of Development

 

Description:

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

- Develop and oversee the museum’s annual fundraising plan.

- Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations.

- Develop and maintain relationships with major individual and corporate donors and sponsors.

- Develop and maintain regular communication with donors, including newsletters, thank-you letters, and impact reports.

- Research and write grants to seek funding from foundations, corporations, and the government

- Gather feedback from donors to enhance their engagement and improve the donor experience.

- Maintain accurate records of donor information and interactions in the museum’s donor database.

- Utilize data to construct reports and strategies for fundraising campaigns.

- Prepare and deliver presentations and reports highlighting the impact of donor contributions on museum programs and initiatives.

- Work closely with the museum team to align donor relations strategies with the goals of the museum.

- Develop print and digital marketing related to fundraising in collaboration with the museum team.

- Assist with planning and implementing social media campaigns.

- Assist with special event coordination and planning.

- Represent GAHC&M at community events.

- Other projects and duties as assigned.

Additional Duties:

- Assist with facility rentals, including setup and teardown of event space if needed.

- Assist at the front desk with guest services if needed.

- Supervise development interns and/or graduate assistants if needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in communications, nonprofit administration, museum studies, or a related field OR 1-3 years’ experience in the field of nonprofit development.

- Previous experience in donor relations, fundraising, or nonprofit administration preferred.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills.

- Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

- Passion for history and the mission of the museum.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Understanding of fundraising strategies, donor engagement, and nonprofit management.

- Familiarity with donor management software and database maintenance.

- Basic knowledge of museum functions, history, and cultural heritage.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for crafting engaging donor correspondence and presentations.

- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with donors, staff, and community members.

- Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and details effectively.

- Proficiency in researching potential donors and understanding their interests and motivations.

- Ability to identify challenges and develop creative solutions to enhance donor engagement and retention.

- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and responsibilities in a dynamic environment.

- Capability to work collaboratively with colleagues across various departments to achieve common goals.

- Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate record-keeping and high-quality communications.

- Demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office Suite, Bloomerang, Canva, Google Drive, Constant Contact, Sign Up, Facebook Business Suite, WordPress, and other relevant applications.

- A valid driver’s license required.

- Ability to work weekends and some evenings as needed.