Citizens' Academy
Development Assistant
Job Description: Temporary, part-time position reporting to the Director of Development and Communications, the Development Assistant will provide administrative assistance with: database management, donor tracking, donor communications and acknowledgements, annual report preparation and dissemination, annual appeal preparation and dissemination, foundation research, proposal and report tracking, scheduling, and special event assistance. The Development Assistant also will provide administrative support for a collaborative explanation planning process, and an Ohio Department of Education dissemination program. Exceptional written and oral communications skills, an ability to work flexibly, and a college degree are required. Specific fundraising experience is less important and overly-qualified candidates will not be considered. Compensation for this 20-hour per week position is $17.50/hour with no benefits. Email cover letter and resume. No phone calls, please.
E-mail: lyman@citizensacademy.org
Added 7/2/2009

Judson Foundation
Foundation Assistant
Part time position with established development program that supports a not-for-profit retirement community in northeast Ohio. Twenty-four hours per week. Responsible for all aspects of gift processing, depositing of contributions, accurate recording in Raiser’s Edge, acknowledgement letters; as well as maintenance of Raiser’s Edge donor/prospect information, segmenting database and producing reports and mailing lists, segmenting and sorting donors/prospects based on attributes/criteria, coordination with admissions, sales and social work departments for the inclusion of new prospects/residents/members, etc. Must be highly organized, efficient, detail-oriented and dependable to fill this important support position. Raiser’s Edge experience required. The office is located in the University Circle area. Free parking and a collegial work environment. Send resume and cover letter to Judson Foundation, 2181 Ambleside Drive, Cleveland, OH 44106 or email to jsnyder@judsonsmartliving.org
E-mail: jsnyder@judsonsmartliving.org
Added 7/2/2009

Joseph's Home
Development Manager
Seeking Development Manager for Joseph’s Home, which is a transitional facility for recuperating homeless men who have no other place to go for home health care and are looking for a place of healing. The Development Manager will be responsible for implementing a successful fundraising program to support this ministry. This part-time, 32 hours per week, position will be responsible for growing the annual giving program and staffing all special events. In addition, the Development Manager will identify top prospects and work throughout the year to cultivate and solicit support for Joseph’s Home. The creation of a resource development calendar and attainment results chart will be required. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have at least two to five years of increasingly responsible fundraising experience. Demonstrated ability to incorporate the mission competencies required for this position. Bachelor’s degree in related major. Must be able to multi-task, possess excellent written & verbal communication skills and experience with donor tracking systems. Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising software is a plus. EOE Send your cover letter and resume by July 14 to: Human Resources, St. Vincent Charity Hospital, 2351 East 22nd Street , Cleveland, Ohio 44115
E-mail: linda.crawford@csauh.com
Added 6/29/2009

Cleveland Clinic - Lakewood Hospital Foundation
DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT
Cleveland Clinic Regional Hospitals offer healthcare professionals the opportunity to provide world-class care while reaping the advantages of Cleveland Clinic’s outstanding resources, knowledge and skills development opportunities. Lakewood Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic hospital, is a 400-bed acute care, community-oriented leader in providing high quality and innovative patient care for more than 130,000 patients every year. As Development Assistant supporting the Director and President of Lakewood Hospital Foundation, the selected candidate will perform a full range of functions that help advance fundraising initiatives, such as gift processing, donor database management, internal accounting and fund development. You will also provide support for various events, the Board of Trustees and committees, and take an active role in donor relations and recognition programs. This is a position that requires a strong sense of organization, an eye for detail and the ability to work independently with limited supervision. Qualifications: ? Associate’s degree in business, communications, marketing or related field, or 3+ years’ increasingly responsible office, database and accounting experience ? Proficiency with Raiser’s Edge (or similar database software) plus the Internet and MS-Word and Excel; Quickbooks skills a definite plus ? Hands-on knowledge of basic accounting and cash management ? Excellent clerical, multitasking and interpersonal skills ? Availability to work some evenings and weekends as needed ? Experience in a non-profit setting is preferred We offer an excellent compensation/benefits package. Learn more and apply at www.clevelandclinic.jobs. EOE
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Added 6/29/2009

Villa Angela - St. Joseph High School
Director of Advancement
Plans, coordinates, and implements the school’s annual fund program in ways that grow the program and advance the mission of the school Supports the President in major gift procurement; campaign planning, coordination and implementation; identifying prospects for development and Board of Advisors activity Works with the Board of Advisors, the administration, and volunteer committees to plan and implement the advancement program Plans, coordinates, and implements development events as part of the overall advancement strategy Coordinates fundraising activity among school programs (athletics, extracurricular, etc.) to maintain constructive and complementary efforts across the school in accord with school fundraising policy Oversees database management (database manager reports directly to the Director of Advancement) to ensure proper acknowledgement of donations and tracking of advancement contacts Coordinates with Director of Finance to reconcile donations between development and finance recordkeeping activity Working with President and advancement personnel, develops and adheres to annual advancement budget Performs other duties as assigned
E-mail: bmenard@vasj.com
Added 6/29/2009

Berger Health System
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – Healthcare Foundation
Bring your broad fundraising knowledge and management experience to this young healthcare foundation, which is in need of a mature, down-to-earth, professional leader with a successful track record, who can stabilize and raise it to a new level of performance and success. This is a highly visible position that needs an experienced mentor/teacher to bring strong technical fundraising skills, good management experience and a collaborative style in developing strong relationships with all the established local resources while tapping into new sources of funds both within and beyond this small community. This is a progressive healthcare system and environment gifted with good people of high integrity, eager for a collaborative new leader. The mission of this healthcare foundation is to support the needs and purposes of their health system by raising financial gifts for special projects and needs which exist outside the regular operating budget. This Foundation supports a progressive public health care system which has doubled in size in the past seven years and expanded services and facilities. This health system is in the process of transitioning to privatization. Serving a southern Ohio county and surrounding region, the quality of family life in this small Ohio town is outstanding with excellent schools, low crime rate and community reputed for generosity and caring. Requirements Include: Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required; advanced degree preferred. 8 to 10 years successful fundraising and management experience. Foundation leadership experience desired; healthcare most advantageous. Worked closely and successfully with a governing Board of Directors. Significant fundraising experience in major gifts and/or leading a campaign. Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience. Includes an attractive benefit package and paid relocation. For confidential consideration contact Christine Visnich, L. Christine Visnich & Associates, LLC, PO Box 46187, Cincinnati, OH 45246. Send your resume via Email: Cvisnich617@aol.com; Fax: (513) 825-7716; or Call: (513) 825-3258.
E-mail: Cvisnich617@aol.com
Added 6/12/2009

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center
Special Event Coordinator
Cleveland Rape Crisis Center is dedicated to serving survivors of sexual violence and those that support them with free, comprehensive healing and advocacy services, and to creating social change in the community through education, training and activism. The special events coordinator will act as lead staff on all of the Center’s 35th Anniversary special events and signature biennial event Sing Out! for the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center 2010. Estimated gross value of these events is over $300,000. Responsibilities include but are not limited to event logistics, materials, solicitation and stewardship. The special events coordinator will work closely with the Director of Resource Development, Executive Director, Board of Directors and Ad hoc committees. This is a temporary part time position; 20 – 25 hours a week for 12 months, but may be made a permanent full time position in the future. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of successful special events experience. The ability to multi task, work with a high level of autonomy and stay within budget.
E-mail: info@clevelandrapecrisis.org
Added 6/4/2009