What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Fund Advancement position at BLUESTEM COMMUNITIES MANAGEMENT INC?
Job Details
Level: Experienced
Job Location: Schowalter Villa - Hesston, KS
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: Minimum 2 year Degree
Salary Range: Undisclosed
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Marketing
Job Description
Position Overview:
The primary objective of the Director of Fund Advancement is to be responsible for fundraising and strategies to reach goals for Schowalter Villa. This position will raise funds for the Good Samaritan Caring Fund, develop donor relationships, identify new donors, direct special events and coordinate estate planning.
Essential Job Functions:
- Lead development of fundraising goals for SV in conjunction with the Bluestem VP of Fund Advancement
- Lead development and coordination of Schowalter Villa annual giving
- Assist in development of and following Bluestem policies and procedures relating to fund advancement with specific leadership for SV policies and procedures
- Meet GSC Fund annual goal and assist all Bluestem Fund Advancement Team members in reaching departmental goals
- Develop strong donor relationships through calls, visits, notes, emails and timely recognition of donors
- Identify new contributors and follow up prospects for SV fundraising, including sponsorships
- Identify referrals and promote estate planning and planned giving
- Maintain accurate and timely donor records
- Establish and maintain working relationships with SV chaplains, SV Advisory Council, SV Executive Director and SV Leadership
- Lead planning and coordinating special events designed to enhance SV public image and fundraising efforts, such as Villa Days and the Garden Party, and assist with Bluestem Gala and Visionaries Dinner
- Communicate with Bluestem Vice President of Fund Advancement regarding SV donors, records and events
- Attend Departmental Meetings and give input regarding area of expertise
- Attend SV Department Head Meetings
- Assist Community Outreach Coordinator with volunteer functions and Villa Partners operations
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the company.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Must be at 18-years of age
- Must have 3-5 years of professional fundraising experience such as leading an annual giving campaign
- Must have prior experience in developing donor relationships
- Must be a self-starter and goal driven to initiate donor visits and fundraising calls
- Must be proficient in using a donor database
- Prefer Bachelor’s Degree in a related field
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