Manager of Philanthropic Resources

Essential Functions

• Proactively implement the principles of fundraising throughout all stages of the donor development cycle.
• Actively engage in a comprehensive development program including annual giving, major gifts, grant writing, capital and planned giving
• Demonstrate financial responsibility by working within a budget and meeting fundraising objectives
• Manage assigned projects, coordinating the work of peers and setting deadlines
• Track and manage key fundraising milestones
• Maintain accurate financial and donor records
• Provide accurate written and oral reports as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. Master’s degree preferred
• Five to seven years minimum related experience in a similar position
• Must have a documented track record of acquiring individual and corporate gifts and cultivating and soliciting major gifts, acquiring strong foundation support, special events, and direct mail (annual appeal).
• Must have a strong knowledge of the entire donor development life cycle-(identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship).
• Sophisticated knowledge of annual, major gifts, and planned giving principles.