Position title: Development Coordinator
Type: Part-time (20-25 hours per week), between 8am-4pm Monday-Friday with occasional evening and weekend hours.
Salary: $20.40 - $21.50 per hour; commensurate with experience
Reports to: Director of Programming
Closing Date: Open until it is filled.
PURPOSE:
The development coordinator is responsible for the planning and implementation of a comprehensive fund development plan that includes maintaining and increasing the list of donors. By working with the organization’s Executive Committee, co-directors and the co-chair of the Donor and Fund Development Committee, the development coordinator will assist in the ongoing fundraising and related operational needs.
SUMMARY:
This role involves organizing large-scale fundraising initiatives, working with board members, contributing to the organization’s annual fundraising goals, and cultivating relationships with donors, members, staff, artists, instructors, and volunteers. The development coordinator will co-chair the Donor and Fund Development Committee and assist in implementing all fundraising strategies.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
· Sustain and expand relationships with existing donors, members, volunteers, artists, sponsors, and the community-at-large.
· Collaborate with the board of directors and the Donor and Fund Development Committee to create and implement a fundraising plan that includes planned gifts.
· Identify and cultivate gift prospects, as well as corporate donations.
· Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed to achieve fundraising goals.
· Source grant funding opportunities that align with organization’s mission, vision, and values.
· Work with staff in maintaining donor database.
BOARD RELATIONS
· Serve as co-chair of the Donor and Fund Development Committee.
· Report progress monthly to Executive Committee and board of directors.
FINANCIAL INSIGHT
· With staff, Finance Committee, and Executive Committee, develop projections and a budget, including strategic planning goals.
MARKETING, PUBLIC RELATIONS, and COMMUNICATIONS
· Develop and execute effective stakeholder communications and strategic marketing initiatives.
· Generate development materials such as grant applications, case statements, annual appeals, and membership appeals.
· Assist staff in creating and delivering talking points to board of directors, volunteers, artists, and instructors to encourage donor contributions.
SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates should possess a passion for and demonstrate a commitment to advancing the mission and vision of non-profit organizations.
REQUIRED:
· Degree and/or equivalent experience in a non-profit organization.
· Proven track record of success in fundraising.
· Connections to the Big Rapids community.
DESIRED:
· Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, finance, marketing, economics, or a related field.
· Experience in donor development/fundraising at the community level or above.
· Experience with and an appreciation for the arts and humanities.
· Knowledge of fundraising and tax laws that affect charitable giving.
· Understanding of financial reporting, and budgets.
· Grant writing experience.
· Strong verbal and written communication skills.
· Strong organizational and time management skills.
· Ability to work collaboratively with good interpersonal skills.
· A dynamic, versatile, and detail-oriented strategic thinker.
HOW TO APPLY:
Email a cover letter and résumé to artworks@artworksinbigrapids.org
Equal Employment Opportunity:
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Artworks are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Artworks does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
