The Kennedy Krieger's PACT Program: Helping Children with Special Needs, seeks an experienced, organized professional to assist PACT’s Director of Development with fundraising, public relations and marketing activities.  The Development Coordinator will design selected PACT publications, coordinate volunteer involvement and tours, maintain the donor and prospect database, acknowledge contributions, represent PACT at community events and assist with special events.  An ideal candidate will have a B.A. degree in Marketing, Communication or related field, have two or more years experience in a non-profit setting, have experience working with volunteers, be able to organize time and manage multiple tasks and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Kennedy Krieger offers an excellent benefits package, competitive salary and tuition reimbursement!  Apply online at www.kennedykrieger.org.  EOE, M.F.D.V

George Mason University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) seeks a Director of Development to plan and implement the college’s overall effort to raise private funds.

Upon demonstrated success of implementing and enhancing efforts that are already underway, the Director will work with the Dean to develop new initiatives. The Director will train a small team dedicated to identifying; cultivating; and soliciting and stewarding individual, corporate, and foundation prospects and donors. The Director and staff will also be responsible for developing and maintaining strong alumni relations through a variety of outreach efforts. The Director will work closely with Mason's Central Development Office, the Foundation, as well as the college faculty and administration.

Responsibilities:
- Organize, maintain and oversee development efforts, including major gift and annual fund operations;
- Solicit major gifts;
- Organize, propose and coordinate appropriate cultivation and stewardship events;
- Draft proposals, memoranda of understanding (MOU's) and pledge agreements for potential donors;
- Organize, supervise and delegate specific responsibilities to development team to ensure an efficient and productive operation;
- Identify, coordinate, and train faculty and staff who can assist in fund-raising efforts;
- Assess departmental operations to determine current and projected department needs to help drive fund-raising efforts; and
- Plan, implement and provide effective administration of the CHSS Advisory Board.

Qualifications:
- Experience in progressively more complex roles directing nonprofit fund-raising programs;
- Experience with identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects and donors with a track record of attracting major contributions;
- Background in advancing alumni relationships, annual giving/major gifts is ideal; and
- Experience in a higher education environment preferred.

To view the complete list of responsibilities and to apply online for position number FA566z, go to http://jobs.gmu.edu. AA/EOE

US Lacrosse Position Description

Title:                            Annual Fund Manager

Reports to:                   Associate Director of Financial Development

Status:             Full-time

General Description

The Annual Fund Manager reports to the Associate Director of Financial Development and is accountable for broadening and strengthening the base of a grass roots annual giving program. The focus of the program will be on the solicitation of individuals for contributions from lacrosse players, coaches, officials, parents and fans under the $1,000 level in a donor-centered fundraising environment.  

The Annual Fund Manager will develop, implement and evaluate strong direct mail, electronic, telemarketing, special event and personal solicitation programs to renew and upgrade current donors, reactivate lapsed donors and acquire new donors.  Responsibility for managing and strengthening giving through direct mail campaigns, electronic mail programs, monthly giving programs, tribute giving programs, and matching gift programs are also required.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

·         Design and implement a comprehensive program for annual donors, with the goal of facilitating a pattern for lifetime support.

·         Develop, implement and evaluate segmented direct mail, electronic and telemarketing campaigns, including preparation of an annual plan, and budget and monitoring of expenses and campaign results.

·         Implement appropriate recognition plan for annual fund donors.

·         Interface with print, mail, and telemarketing vendors on production and delivery of materials. 

·         Interface with web developer, external vendors and internal departments on the production and delivery of electronic materials as well as the accuracy of Financial Development-related information.

·         Work with IT department to design and generate reports, lists and data that assist in analysis of donor data base and allow for the development of appropriate fund raising plans and strategies.

·         Coordinate the production and assembly of select in-house mailings to select donor segments; including preparation and production of materials and supervision of volunteers.

·         Provide excellent customer service to all donors, responding to telephone and mail inquiries with accurate and appropriate information about US Lacrosse and its programs.

·         Oversee and ensure appropriate entry and acknowledgement of all gifts and pledge reminders.

·         In conjunction with Communications department, assist in the design of all annual giving promotional materials for both internal use and external publication.

·         Plan, implement and evaluate events as donor acquisition and cultivation, including US Lacrosse national events.

·         Assist with the preparation of annual budget and operating strategy for annual fund.

·         On a monthly basis handle gift processing, acknowledgments and pledge reminders for all donors, along with administrative support.

·         Working with Finance and IT departments, ensure the integrity of donor records within the organization and ensure consistency in coding and entry parameters.

·         Provide timely updates and reports as requested by the Director of Financial Development.

Qualifications

·         College degree preferred, with three to five years proven success in managing annual giving programs;

·         Direct experience in implementing direct mail and phonathon programs; 

·         Experience and knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge software (or comparable software) required and must be proficient in manipulating donor data for analysis and reporting; 

·         Thorough knowledge of fund raising principals and measurable record of organizing and implementing fund raising activities is preferred;

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to prioritize and manage numerous projects in a fast-paced environment; 

·         Excellent organizational skills; ability to supervise volunteers; ability to work with diverse populations;

·         Professional appearance required;

·         Team oriented but must be self motivated;

·         Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information;

·         Ability to embrace and articulate the goals of US Lacrosse.

To apply, please send resume, and salary requirements to:

skoches@uslacrosse.org

No Phone Calls Please.

As of February 2008

Baltimore Chamber Orchestra seeks an energetic and skilled fundraiser to lead its development program as a member of an organizational team that includes the Board of Trustees, Music Director, and Executive Director.

Baltimore Chamber Orchestra is the premier chamber orchestra in the Mid-Atlantic region. It is a full orchestral ensemble of up to forty musicians comprising strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Its repertoire is the symphonies, concertos, and overtures of Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, and Mendelssohn, plus contemporary compositions and premieres. BCO presents eight concerts per season in intimate and convenient venues. Recent highlights include two world premieres, two CDs recorded for release on the Naxos label, and an appearance in November 2008 in New York City's Bargemusic series.

For more information about Baltimore Chamber Orchestra, please visit thebco.org

Job Summary: Under the supervision of Baltimore Chamber Orchestra’s Executive Director, the Development Director leads BCO’s development program by creating and implementing a strong fundraising strategy with measurable outcomes to meet BCO's mission.

It’s anticipated that the successful candidate will begin work by July 1, 2008.

The Development Director is responsible for, among other duties:

·       Reaching contributed income goals through individual giving; government, corporate, and foundation support; and other fundraising efforts;

·       Overseeing long-range fundraising initiatives; Initiating and maintaining donor relationships;

·       Researching grant opportunities in the public and private sectors;

·       Writing grant proposals and reports to funders;

·       Creating and leading a strategy to expand the individual-donor base to become BCO’s largest source of contributed income;

·       Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date donor database;

·       Providing up-to-date reports to the Board of Trustees and Executive Director;

·       Implementing marketing strategies as they relate to other development duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The ideal candidate for this position possesses a blend of the following:

·       A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution;

·       Minimum three year’s experience in fundraising and grant writing with proven success;

·       Experience with development database software; ResultsPlus software experience preferred;

·       The capacity to build relationships with the funding community – foundations, corporations, and governments – and with individual donors;

·       Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills;

·       Excellent writing skills;

·       Experience with non-profit financial reports, including project budgets, form 990's, and audits;

·       The ability to succeed while working independently;

·       Experience with a music organization highly preferred.

To Apply: Please submit cover letter, resume, and writing sample as attachments by May 19, 2008 to Lockwood Hoehl, Executive Director, lhoehl@thebco.org.

Description:  The Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County, MD (AHCMC), a $4.5 million advocacy, funding and policy-making, not-for-profit organization located just outside the nation’s capital, seeks nominations and applications for its next Chief Executive Officer.  The AHCMC is one of the largest arts and humanities councils in the State of Maryland and has long been instrumental in the development of a flourishing arts and humanities community of more than 1200 artists and scholars, and over 400 organizations and programs.  Funding for the Council comes primarily from County and State appropriation, special events income, and contributions. 

The next Chief Executive Officer will be a visionary leader with demonstrated success in developing funding, both public and private, earned and contributed; long-range planning and evaluation; a tenacity and devotion to the expansion of participation and education in the arts and humanities, and in cultivating meaningful services for constituents in all arts and humanities disciplines.  The CEO will be a committed advocate, willing to pursue vigorously innovation and resources and will be responsible for all aspects of the organization’s operations.  The Council is the designated local arts and humanities agency for Montgomery County and is responsible for all County-funded arts and humanities grants.

The CEO, reporting to the Board of Directors and leading a talented staff of 8, will move this already strong organization through its next stage of development.  Critically important will be 1) constructing a responsive and influential advocacy program on arts and humanities legislation and funding; 2) working with board leadership to ensure that AHCMC has an able and committed volunteer board with the capacity and will to advise, direct and lead the organization; and, 3) leading a coordinated effort to increase private sector financial support while preserving established philanthropic relationships of grantee organizations.

Competitive candidates will be those most highly qualified through experience, education, and demonstrated leadership.

Responsibilities:  Externally, the position requires strategic thinking, strong communication skills, effective and creative problem solving and the ability create partnerships and to work with many diverse constituencies: government, artists, scholars, civic, business, cultural, education, grantees, media, contributors, and sponsors.  The CEO serves as the principal representative of and public spokesperson for AHCMC.  

Internally, the successful candidate will hire, motivate and oversee staff.  S/he will provide leadership in program direction, advocacy, strategic partnering, technology, and fundraising.   The Chief Executive Officer is also responsible for budget development, resource allocation, and operational and fiscal stewardship.

Salary:  $70,000 - $85,000

To Apply:  Send a cover letter, resume, and salary history and requirements by May 23, 2008 to ceosearch@creativemoco.com.  Minimum requirements include: Bachelor’s degree and 7 years progressive responsibility, senior management experience with a nonprofit organization or government agency, preferably in a grant-making organization.  No phone calls please.  This position will remain vacant until filled.  There will be no relocation reimbursements.  The AHCMC is an equal opportunity employer.  Comprehensive job description available at www.creativemoco.com

Position Summary:

The Communications & Production Associate will assist the Director of Communications & Media Relations and the Graphic Designer with duties designed to further GSCM’s visibility in Central Maryland.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•     Assist the in-house communications department with graphic needs for a variety of programs and services, including layout and production of GSCM’s publications and collateral—i.e. brochures, posters, invitations, and event programs.

•     Using fresh, edgy copy that appeals to a younger demographic, update and maintain pages for the GSCM website. 

•     Assist with the development of a Web strategy that broadens the existing Web site tools while incorporating new functions into the site and implementing a strategy to launch these tools.

•     Work with vendors to successfully coordinate the production and distribution of printed materials.

•     Manage and expand GSCM’s “art library” to include illustrations, photographs and other graphics.

•     Write copy for stories, articles, press releases and other GSCM needs.

•     Catalog and maintain press clipping files, video library and other GSCM production pieces.

•     Compile press and promotional packets for events/activities, programs and conferences as needed. 

•     Engage in outreach activities to increase and expand GSCM’s representation at community events, fairs and workplace campaign events as needed.

•     Photograph internal and external Girl Scout events.

•     Other duties as needed or requested.

•     Contribute to the creation of an inclusive organization by working harmoniously with diverse staff and volunteer personnel and ensuring that all systems, practices and procedures are inclusive.

Skills, Education and/or Relevant Experience:

•     Bachelor Degree or equivalent.

•     Minimum of two years relevant experience preferred.

•     Solid oral communication skills and proven ability to write informative, compelling copy for print and web use.

•     Ability to perform multiple duties independently with a minimum of supervision.

•     Must be comfortable in Mac and PC environments. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and graphics programs, CS3, Quark, photography and website experience a plus.

•     Must be available some nights and weekends.

Salary Range - $30k - $40k

GSCM offers a comprehensive benefits package. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume through jobs@gscm.org or fax to 443.692.5000. Please be sure to use reference code {gs02}.

Organization Overview: Paul’s Place exists to improve the quality of life in our Southwest Baltimore community – Washington Village/Pigtown. Located in one of the one of the poorest urban neighborhoods in the country (2000 Census), Paul’s Place offers 20 services and programs to meet the needs of our low-income and homeless community members and to help them increase their self-sufficiency. Paul’s Place has an annual budget of $1.3 million.

Position Overview:  The Director of Development is responsible for securing sufficient operating and programmatic funds to meet the goals and objectives of the organization through a diversified funding base. The Director of Development sets short-term and long-term fundraising strategies and revenue goals, provides support for the Board and Development Committee, supervises the development team, and ensures the fundraising efforts of Paul’s Place are meeting the highest standards of ethics and accountability. The Director of Development reports to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities:

§ Manage the day-to-day operations of the development department; lead short-term and long-term planning initiatives

§ Individual Giving: Develop and evaluate strategies for major and planned giving donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship with the Executive Director, Development Committee, and Board; write and produce direct mail solicitations

§ Organizational Giving: Supervise Grants Manager; oversee foundation and corporate proposal and report submission; research new funding opportunities, including government grants

§ Fundraising Events: Plan and implement 2 fundraising events annually

§ Marketing/Public Relations: Write, edit, and produce three newsletters and the annual report; maintain website

§  Gift Processing: Supervise Development Associate; oversee gift processing procedures and Raiser’s Edge database maintenance

Qualifications:

§ Minimum 3- 5 years experience as Director of Development or in an equivalent position

§ Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree may substitute for some experience

§ Broad knowledge of development, marketing and public relations; major gift fundraising experience preferred

§ Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Raiser’s Edge or other fundraising database

§ Excellent organizational and planning skills

§ Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to articulate Paul’s Place’s mission and giving opportunities to a diverse group of constituents

§ Ability to set priorities, perform under pressure, and work well independently and as part of a team

§ Excellent critical thinking, strategic planning, and problem solving skills

§ Demonstrated initiative; ability to work well independently and as part of a team

§ Passion for serving low-income community members

To Apply:

Submit cover letter with salary requirement, resume, and references to:

     Bill McLennan, Executive Director

     Paul’s Place, Inc.

     1118 Ward Street

     Baltimore, MD 21230

     bmclennan@paulsplaceoutreach.org

Villa Julie College (VJC) is a rapidly growing and dynamic independent college with a career-focused liberal arts curriculum. Located just north of Baltimore, with a student body of approximately 3,000 and 1,200 resident students, VJC offers master's and bachelor's degrees and accelerated adult programs.

VJC seeks an Assistant Director to begin immediately in the Office of Institutional Advancement working for the Director, Alumni Relations and Annual Giving.  The Assistant Director plans, manages, and evaluates engagement strategies, funding solicitations and events for specific components of the alumni relations and annual giving programs of the College.  With all activities supporting The Campaign for Villa Julie College, responsibilities for this position include: supervising, managing, and expanding the alumni milestone reunion gift program (20+ yrs.); coordinating and cultivating the faculty and staff campaign; developing a regional alumni outreach plan including event planning; and building and strengthening an alumni corporate partnership program .

Bachelor's degree required with two to four years of experience in fundraising and/or event planning.  Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office products as well as strong database management and customer service skills.  Non-event fundraising experience a plus. High energy and a commitment to the mission of Villa Julie College needed.  Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong proofreading and editing skills.  Detail oriented, well-organized and possesses the ability to multi-task.

Submit letter of interest, resume including three professional references online at http://apps.vjc.edu/employment/regular.  EOE/M/F/V/D