Western Reserve Academy
Development Database Administrator
POSITION Development Database Administrator, Alumni & Development Office, Western Reserve Academy POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Assistant Head of School for Advancement and the Director of the Annual Fund, the Development Database Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Raiser’s Edge database and how it relates to all fundraising and constituency relations programs. Duties will include data entry for gifts and pledges, constituency information, and reports. We seek an energetic, self-motivated, and detail-oriented professional to manage our Raiser’s Edge system. Two years of hands-on database management experience is required. Raiser’s Edge experience is preferred, however, we will provide advanced R.E. training for an otherwise qualified candidate. Please note – this position also involves a great deal of interaction with a diverse community of staff, faculty, students/ families, and volunteers. The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate with our constituency and to work collaboratively with colleagues in the Development Office to ensure the achievement of departmental goals. Please apply only if you are comfortable working in and contributing to a high-performing team environment. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Database Management, Analysis and Reporting: - Responsible for the management and integrity of the data in Western Reserve Academy’s Raiser’s Edge database - Respond to requests for queries, reports, exports and mailing lists for internal and external use - Create customized Crystal Reports for specialized advancement reports - Maintain constituent information; establish routines with development team to assure accuracy in donor records Gift Entry, Acceptance and Acknowledgement: - Ensure timely and accurate gift entry based on CASE management and reporting standards, as well as the generation of all acknowledgment letters - Work with other office personnel to guarantee a seamless process for the effective and timely entry of constituent data and the recording of gifts, including pledge reminders - Evaluate and continuously improve gift input procedures; follow standard routine for checking accuracy and completeness of data. Includes monthly reconciliation with the Business Office QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - A bachelor’s degree is required - Two years of experience using a fundraising and relational database system, preferably Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge - Proficiency with PC applications, Microsoft Word, Excel and presentation graphics required - Strong analytical and time management skills required - Ability to work independently and collaboratively with directors and co-workers - Periodic evening and weekend work will be required TO APPLY E-mail your résumé along with a cover letter including your qualifications, salary requirements and a clear description of your database management experience to Ray Murphy ’81, director of alumni relations & development, at murphyr@wra.net. Include Development Database Administrator in the subject line of your e-mail and complete the on-line application found on our website: http://www.wra.net/visitors/employment.cfm.
E-mail: murphyr@wra.net
Added 7/29/2010

Lake County Council on Aging
Director of Fund Development
The mission of the Lake County Council on Aging is to provide aging adults with the services and opportunities that will enable them to achieve an optimal, self-defined quality of life, and remain in their homes safely and with dignity. Council on Aging provides a wide variety of services, programs and resources to empower each senior we encounter to age well and maintain or improve their quality of life. We are seeking an experienced individual with tremendous energy and a passion who will be excited and challenged with the idea of leading the agency’s fundraising efforts to support and advance the organization in its mission to provide the services to a growing population of older adults. The Director of Fund Development is responsible for the development, and successful execution of fundraising efforts in the areas of individual, foundation, corporate and government sectors. S/he will have responsibility for annual campaigns, special events, donor relations, major gifts and planned giving strategies, grant proposal development and writing, and planned giving program, etc. Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and a minimum of five years nonprofit fundraising experience required as well as execeptional interpersonal skills. Proficiency with fundraising database (GiftMaker Pro) highly desirable. Very competitive benefits and salary will be commensurate with experience. Please send cover letter and resumes to patm@lccoa.org.
E-mail: patm@lccoa.org
Added 7/27/2010

St. Charles Preparatory School
Director of the Annual Fund
Under the supervision of the Director of Development, the Director of the Annual Fund is responsible for helping to significantly advance the fund raising related activities of St. Charles Preparatory School by developing overall goals and strategies for securing annual gifts to the School. Working with the Principal, the Director of Development, and the Director of Alumni and Public Relations, the Director of the Annual Fund assists in supervising and directing the activities of the development office. This position is expected to use personal judgment in carrying out routine duties and responsibilities. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential job responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All the duties and standards within this job description will be performed according to the established policies, procedures, and guidelines outlined in the School’s policy and procedures manuals. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Work with the Director of Development in the preparation of an annual budget for the Development Office. 2. Work with the Director of Development in the preparation of annual fund-raising goals and objectives within the operating budget. 3. In conjunction with the Director of Development, lead the advancement and implementation of annual giving strategies, fund raising programs, activities, and timelines to solicit gifts from alumni, friends, parents, faculty, staff, students, and other constituents. Must possess vision and leadership to develop and move the annual giving program to new levels. 4. Develop, manage, and maintain an ongoing portfolio of 150 to 200 Annual Fund prospects who have the ability and capacity to consider a current annual gift to St. Charles. Candidate will maintain independent responsibility for developing and executing solicitation strategies for each assigned prospect. 5. Conduct 150 to 200 personal visits throughout the fiscal year, 20 per month, over ten of the twelve months of the fiscal year. 6. Conduct Peer Screening sessions with targeted alumni yielding names of prospective donors or current donors who would have the capacity to consider increasing their annual support to eventual Cardinal Society within a given fiscal year. 7. In conjunction with the Student Council Moderator and the Director of Alumni and Public Relations, oversee other fundraising efforts like Reunion Giving, the Cardinal Walk, and the Parents and Alumni Annual Fund including preparation of written solicitations, marketing materials, and volunteer management. 8. Utilize, develop, and implement the segmentation strategies and tools to be used for annual giving direct mail, internet, and phonathon campaigns. 9. Collaborate with the Director of Alumni and Public Relations on marketing efforts to increase alumni participation rate. 10. Grow and build the Cardinal Society which includes stewarding the current donors, planning recognition events, and creating marketing efforts to encourage participation. 11. Assist in the creation of reports to track annual giving appeals and Annual Fund progress, and serve as a point person for questions regarding annual giving best practices. 12. Collaborate with the Director of Alumni and Public Relations regarding content management on the Saint Charles giving websites. 13. In consultation with the Principal, the Director of Development, and the Director of Alumni and Public Relations, promote the mission and image of St. Charles Preparatory School. 14. Assist the Director of Development in the preparation of an annual report to be submitted to the Principal and Advisory Board on the state of the Development Office and monthly reports at regularly scheduled Advisory Board meetings. 15. Maintain professional affiliations and enhance professional growth and development to keep abreast of the latest trends in education fundraising. 16. Assist Principal with various projects as requested. No phone calls will be accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to: Michael H. Duffy, Director of Development, St. Charles Preparatory School, 2010 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43209-1665.
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Added 7/27/2010

The Ohio State University
Senior Director of Development, Office of Student Life
The Office of Student Life at The Ohio State University is currently accepting applications for a Senior Director of Development. The successful candidate will provide direction and coordination of fundraising strategies for the Office of Student Life (Office); develop and implement long and short term plans to secure major gifts from alumni, friends, volunteers, corporations, foundations and other entities in support of the Office's and university's mission, objectives and priorities as set by the Vice President of Student Life; coordinate the Office's fundraising campaign activities, volunteers, and strategies. Required: Bachelor's degree required; six to eight (6 to 8) years experience in student affairs and/or fundraising (or a combination of the two) with a proven record of success in identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding major gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations; proven record of management of staff and/or projects that include goal setting, performance management, leadership development and strategic planning; excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills; some travel and evening work; and successful completion of background check(s). For a complete position description and application instructions please visit www.jobsatosu.com and search by requisition number 352087. Application deadline: August 8, 2010. To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women. EEO/AA employer.
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Added 7/26/2010

The City Mission, Cleveland, OH
Chief Development Officer
The City Mission is looking for an experienced and dynamic fund development professional. This person will lead a staff of three full time specialists and be responsible to raise over $5 million a year through private donations – The City Mission does not receive any government funding. The Chief Development Officer will work closely with the CEO to build relationships with individual, foundation and corporate donors. He/she will also have earned a BA degree, have worked in non-profit fund raising for at least 5 years, be a mature Christian, and will have significant management and relationship building experience.
E-mail: dhangosky@thecitymission.org
Added 7/26/2010

Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin School
Director of Advancement
Notre Dame Cathedral Latin School (NDCL) in Geauga County, a Catholic, coeducational college preparatory school sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame, seeks a successful, dynamic and mission oriented Director of Advancement with proven experience as a major gifts officer. In addition to collaborating with an engaged President, the Board of Directors, and the Board Advancement Committee, the Director of Advancement devotes at least 50% of his/her time cultivating and soliciting major donors. The Director of Advancement supervises a small staff and provides strategic direction for all fundraising, marketing and public relations events and endeavors. A team building style with a demonstrated ability to lead and energize staff is essential to this position. The preferred candidate requires background with a strong annual giving program, including leadership level giving. Capital campaign experience is a plus since NDCL is currently engaged in a successful $4.5 million campaign which has attained more than half of its goal in just over three years. Five to ten years of progressively greater fundraising responsibility, with at least five of the years in a leadership role in an area of fundraising or foundation management, is the minimal expectation for a successful candidate. A bachelor’s degree is required. Please email resume with cover letter to jacquelyn.gusdane@ndcl.org. Salary and benefits are competitive with strong fund development programs in NE Ohio. Please do not call.
E-mail: jacquelyn.gusdane@ndcl.org
Added 7/26/2010

MedWish International
Development Manager
MedWish International is seeking a dynamic, experienced development professional to lead the staff and Board of Directors in all fundraising initiatives. The ideal candidate will develop and execute an annual fundraising plan to meet or exceed revenue goals. Must be highly motivated, organized, posses excellent writing skills and be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Key responsibilities include: grant writing, donor cultivation, securing and managing major gifts, managing annual campaign, coordinating and promoting all special events, maintaining all donor records. In addition, the candidate will manage the comprehensive communications plan including the implementation of social media strategies for the purpose of increasing overall donations. BA degree and 5+ years of non-profit development experience required. For complete job description, contact MedWish International.
E-mail: tdahlby@medwish.org
Added 7/26/2010

Center for Families and Children
Director of Development and Donor Relations
Under supervision of the Chief Development Officer, the Director of Development and Donor Relations provides leadership and is primarily responsible for all donor stewardship activities, managing the Annual Fund drive and for all facets of private and corporate proposal development on an agency-wide basis. The individual works with Program Directors to develop proposal concepts, identify appropriate funding sources and manages the entire application and reporting process. Works closely with the Chief Development Officer to build relationships between CFC and current and potential funders, including philanthropic, corporate and individual donors.
E-mail: careers@c4fc.org
Added 7/14/2010

Cleveland Foodbank
Director of Fundraising
The Cleveland Foodbank is seeking a dynamic, passionate individual to lead fundraising efforts for the organization. The person in the position will lead a staff of seven in their efforts to raise $10 million a year to alleviate hunger by providing food and support to community organizations that feed the hungry. Projects under supervision include the annual Harvest for Hunger campaign, a 21 county effort that collects both food and dollars for the benefit of local hunger programs; mission and programmatic fundraising through direct mail, grant writing and major gifts; and efforts to grow the Foodbank’s endowment. BA degree required, Masters degree a plus. Minimum of seven to ten years of experience in nonprofit management/fundraising. Strong writing and communication skills are required. The ideal candidate will have significant team building, management, and relationship building experience, as well as a passion for and commitment to the mission of the Foodbank.
E-mail: kwarzocha@clevelandfoodbank.org
Added 7/13/2010

Shoes and Clothes for Kids
Development & Communications Associate
Shoes and Clothes for Kids is seeking a full-time Development & Communications Associate to provide administrative and event planning support for all aspects of the Development & Communications Department. Ideal candidate is highly self motivated and organized with excellent writing, time management, volunteer management and administrative abilities. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects at the same time. Must possess excellent interpersonal and computer skills and be a quick learner, accurate, flexible and persistent. Needs ability to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, problem solve and meet deadlines. Responsibilities include administering the Donor Perfect database, including processing gifts, pulling reports and maintaining data integrity, coordinating mass mailings, processing and acknowledgement letters. Also responsible for special event coordination and promotion. Prepares sponsorship proposals, event collateral pieces, coordinates event logistics and registration, and works with vendors, volunteers, and media. Some evening and weekends required. Additional duties include supporting all other development and communications initiatives and providing administrative support to the director of development & communications. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or Marketing. Minimum 1-2 years of fund-raising experience. Working knowledge of Windows Office suite a must. Database management in DonorPerfect and desktop publishing a plus. Send resume and cover letter to: Shoes and Clothes for Kids, 4614 Prospect Ave., Suite 511 Cleveland, Ohio 44103 ATTN: Director of Development & Communications or email to sboyes@sc4k.org. No phone calls.
E-mail: sboyes@sc4k.org
Added 7/8/2010

Kent State University
Assistant Program Manager, KSU PhoneCenter [Pos. No. 995898]
Kent State University announces a great opportunity for an individual seeking to begin a career in development and fundraising. Currently, we are looking for a bright, enthusiastic candidate to join our Annual Fund team as the Assistant Program Manager, KSU PhoneCenter. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Annual Giving, the position will assist in managing Kent State University’s telemarketing operation, which contacts alumni, friends, faculty/staff and parents to secure financial contributions. Duties include: Overseeing the daily operations to assure that revenue goals are met; supervising up to 75 part-time student callers; and assuring that program standards for staffing, training and performance are consistently met. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field. Candidates must have strong verbal and written communication skills and possess a confident and professional demeanor. Two to three years of progressively responsible experience and knowledge of the fundraising process, with preference given to candidates who have worked as student supervisors or assistant managers for outbound telemarketing operations with medium to large staffs (15-50), in a sales or non-profit environment. Knowledge of Ruffalo-CODY CampusCall automated dialing application is preferred. Flexibility to work non-traditional hours (weekday evenings, Saturdays and/or Sundays as scheduled) is required. We offer a unique compensation package that includes the opportunity to earn up to 10% of salary in additional compensation, tied to achieving specific annual program objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent grad or junior person in a phone center whose next step in achieving their long-term Annual Fund career goals involves learning to manage in a fast-paced, goal-oriented environment. You will be trained to lead, and will be actively involved in the management of our program, not relegated to a support role. Application Deadline: All positions are open until filled. Application Process: Please apply online at https://jobs.kent.edu or quick link: https://jobs.kent.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=185136. You will also find a complete job description as well as other open positions in Institutional Advancement. For additional information about the division, visit our website: http://www.kent.edu/about/administration/ia/index.cfm Northeast Ohio - A Great Place to Live and Work! http://www.ercnet.org/neohio/index.htm All documents submitted to Kent State University for employment opportunities are public records and subject to disclosure under the Ohio Public Records Law. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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Added 7/6/2010

Cleveland Clinic
Assistant Director for Gift Planning
Year after year, Cleveland Clinic is ranked among the nation’s top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. That’s why people from across the country and around the world come here for care. Institutional Relations and Development plays an important role raising philanthropic funds to positively impact patient care, research, education and state of the art facilities. The candidate selected as Assistant Director for Gift Planning will be responsible for securing planned and major gifts through a process of identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting, closing and stewarding major gift prospects working in specific centralized / decentralized clinical areas. He/she will prepare proposals and illustrations of gift planning vehicles to present in solicitations. The Assistant Director will manage a portfolio of prospects and collaborate with other major gift officers to respond to planned gift inquiries and complete all necessary paperwork to ensure accurate gift closure. Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, journalism or a relevant field • Minimum of 3 years’ major gift fundraising experience with focus on techniques and strategies for donor cultivation and personal solicitation, (or a law degree and 1 year of experience) • Assertive with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, persuasiveness and tenacity • Familiarity with donor database systems • The ability to meet and exceed performance goals and to thrive in a highly interactive, team-oriented environment • Effective strategizing, planning and follow-up skills Preferred: • Finance certification • J.D. degree To learn more and apply, visit www.clevelandclinic.org/DevelopmentJobs We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free/smoke-free environment.
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Added 6/30/2010

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Director of Development
Trinity Cathedral seeks a fulltime Development Director. Reporting directly to the Dean and working in concert with cathedral staff and volunteers, this position will be responsible for managing annual giving (Congregation, Friends, and Music and Art @ Trinity) planned giving, foundation relations (grant research, writing and reporting), major gifts, donor acknowledgement/recognition, and other development duties as assigned. Position requires a four-year college degree, prior development experience, excellent personal communications skills and comfort and interest in working in a faith-based environment. Trinity is an endowed-parish with an annual operating budget of over $2 million. Competitive compensation and benefits. Send resume, salary requirements and references to: Development Director Search, Trinity Cathedral, 2230 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio, 44115. E-mail: hr@dohio.org. Trinity Cathedral is an AA/EOE committed to nondiscrimination.
E-mail: sloger@dohio.org
Added 6/30/2010