Portland Youth Philharmonic
Development Director
Portland Youth Philharmonic, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
THE POSITION
The Development Director (DD) will serve as the advancement leader for Portland Youth Philharmonic, reporting to the Executive Director and will be part of the development team, working with the Development Manager, Executive Director, Development Committee, and Board of Directors to support PYP’s mission. The DD will be accountable for ongoing development activities including annual giving, major gifts, foundations, corporate support, government grants and special events, as well as initiating and building relationships with current and prospective PYP supporters, corporate and community leaders. The DD will actively use PYP’s customer relationship management software, PatronManager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
FUNDRAISING:
Create an annual development plan with the Executive Director to support the vision of the organization.
Raise $1+ million in contributed revenue annually that supports PYP’s programs and general operations. Plan and implement all annual fundraising activities, including:
Direct mail and email campaigns
Foundation and government grants
Corporate philanthropic, marketing, sponsorships, and in-kind gifts
Special fundraising events, including PYP’s Meet the Musicians fundraiser
Donor cultivation and stewardship events
Planned giving
Manage donor and prospective donor relationships through a comprehensive program of identification, introduction, cultivation, and benefit fulfillment activities, including individual major gifts, in partnership with the Executive Director and Musical Director.
Assist board members in planning and meeting their individual fundraising goals.
Work collaboratively with the Marketing & Communications Director and Development Manager to design fundraising collateral.
Develop new fundraising initiatives in support of PYP’s programs.
Participate in long-term strategic development planning with the board of directors.
MANAGEMENT:
Supervise and work in cooperation and collaboration with the part-time development manager.
Develop and manage, with the Executive Director and the Finance Manager, the contributed revenue and development expense budgets and forecasts.
Ensure the timely processing and acknowledgement of all gifts.
Update and/or establish development policies, systems, and procedures, with a special emphasis on professionalism and ethical standards for soliciting, tracking and reporting gifts and for exceeding the expectations of individual, corporate, foundation and government donors.
Supervise the appropriate use of donor management software and reporting, ensuring donor privacy, data accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
Regularly collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Director and Operations Director to ensure integrated communications and consistent strategies.
Represent PYP in the community at events and conferences as appropriate.
Identify and engage contractors or vendors (e.g., caterers, auctioneers, venues, etc.) as needed to accomplish development projects.
TRAITS AND CHARACTERISTICS: It is especially important that the development director be a self-starting, creative, and entrepreneurial development professional with the ability to prioritize and achieve desired fundraising goals, as well as the flexibility to identify and pursue new avenues for growth. The DD needs to be attentive to managing multiple project timelines including overlapping deadlines while demonstrating urgency, accuracy, and excellence.
The right candidate will understand and appreciate the mission of PYP and be able to balance a strong interest in music and music education with a bottom-line focus on generating the resources to support PYP’s work. They will be a skilled communicator, able to work with a wide range of people, and have strong customer service skills. They will be able to generate enthusiasm among diverse stakeholders with a team-oriented approach.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
3-5 years proven development experience with a successful track record in individual giving (major and annual), corporate, foundation, and government fundraising
Experience in soliciting and closing donations in all the fundraising areas
Excellent interpersonal skills, organizational ability, superior written and oral communication capabilities, and the ability to lead and motivate fellow team members and volunteers to achieve organizational development goals
Experience with fundraising event production
Experience with cultivating and soliciting major donors including high net-worth individuals; experience with capital campaigns is a plus
Strong knowledge of and hands on experience with customer relationship management (CRM) systems, Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint and OneDrive, Microsoft Teams; experience with basic level of graphic design is a plus
Technical proficiency with computers, software, and typing;
Bachelor’s degree or other comparable education is desirable
Current CFRE credential is preferred
Membership in professional and/or civic organizations is preferred
JOB CONDITIONS:
General:
The development director will spend a portion of their time out of the office on external appointments with donors, prospects, board members and community leaders, as well as at PYP activities and other community events/meetings. This may involve remaining in a stationary position during meetings, events, or in the office, and moving around facilities.
This position also requires extensive office work including creating and maintaining paper and computer files and communicating using email and telephone. A majority of time in the office is spent working at a computer workstation or on the telephone. The workspace is lit with fluorescent lighting and natural lighting. There will be opportunities to work from home on certain independent projects.
The development director is an exempt position which will require work outside of the typical work week, including extended hours, evenings and weekends as required by PYP performances, events and particular project workload. The director must attend all Philharmonic Orchestra concerts, including the annual Concert-at-Christmas on December 26.
Equipment Used:
In addition to a computer workstation and telephone, the development director uses a copy machine and printer to perform duties. Use of other office tools may occasionally be required.
Physical Demands:
This position requires extended periods of remaining in a stationary position, such as sitting and standing, at meetings, concerts, or other events. Some concentrated data entry using a computer is required. Occasionally, this position may have to transport or move supplies weighing up to 30 pounds for receptions or other special events without assistance.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
Salary range: $75,000-$80,000 a year.
Option to enroll in PYP’s health insurance (medical and dental) plan after 30 days of employment. PYP pays 100% of the monthly premiums for the employee.
401k: PYP annually contributes to this staff member’s 401k account, currently at 3% of their annual salary. Employee may make additional contributions as payroll deductions.
Relocation benefits can be negotiated if needed.
Access to professional development opportunities available and encouraged.
Flexible, hybrid work schedule, beginning after a 30-day onboarding period.
TO APPLY:
Email a cover letter and resume to pypjobs@portlandyouthphil.org
with the subject line “Application – Development Director”.
A cover letter is required for consideration.
The position will be open until filled. For best consideration, apply by Monday, December 2, 2024.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Evenings as needed
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Fundraising: 3 years (Required)
Fundraising event production: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
CFRE credential (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Portland, OR 97219: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97219
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The Development Director (DD) will serve as the advancement leader for Portland Youth Philharmonic, reporting to the Executive Director and will be part of the development team, working with the Development Manager, Executive Director, Development Committee, and Board of Directors to support PYP’s mission. The DD will be accountable for ongoing development activities including annual giving, major gifts, foundations, corporate support, government grants and special events, as well as initiating and building relationships with current and prospective PYP supporters, corporate and community leaders. The DD will actively use PYP’s customer relationship management software, PatronManager.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
FUNDRAISING:
Create an annual development plan with the Executive Director to support the vision of the organization.
Raise $1+ million in contributed revenue annually that supports PYP’s programs and general operations. Plan and implement all annual fundraising activities, including:
Direct mail and email campaigns
Foundation and government grants
Corporate philanthropic, marketing, sponsorships, and in-kind gifts
Special fundraising events, including PYP’s Meet the Musicians fundraiser
Donor cultivation and stewardship events
Planned giving
Manage donor and prospective donor relationships through a comprehensive program of identification, introduction, cultivation, and benefit fulfillment activities, including individual major gifts, in partnership with the Executive Director and Musical Director.
Assist board members in planning and meeting their individual fundraising goals.
Work collaboratively with the Marketing & Communications Director and Development Manager to design fundraising collateral.
Develop new fundraising initiatives in support of PYP’s programs.
Participate in long-term strategic development planning with the board of directors.
MANAGEMENT:
Supervise and work in cooperation and collaboration with the part-time development manager.
Develop and manage, with the Executive Director and the Finance Manager, the contributed revenue and development expense budgets and forecasts.
Ensure the timely processing and acknowledgement of all gifts.
Update and/or establish development policies, systems, and procedures, with a special emphasis on professionalism and ethical standards for soliciting, tracking and reporting gifts and for exceeding the expectations of individual, corporate, foundation and government donors.
Supervise the appropriate use of donor management software and reporting, ensuring donor privacy, data accuracy and timeliness of reporting.
Regularly collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Director and Operations Director to ensure integrated communications and consistent strategies.
Represent PYP in the community at events and conferences as appropriate.
Identify and engage contractors or vendors (e.g., caterers, auctioneers, venues, etc.) as needed to accomplish development projects.
TRAITS AND CHARACTERISTICS: It is especially important that the development director be a self-starting, creative, and entrepreneurial development professional with the ability to prioritize and achieve desired fundraising goals, as well as the flexibility to identify and pursue new avenues for growth. The DD needs to be attentive to managing multiple project timelines including overlapping deadlines while demonstrating urgency, accuracy, and excellence.
The right candidate will understand and appreciate the mission of PYP and be able to balance a strong interest in music and music education with a bottom-line focus on generating the resources to support PYP’s work. They will be a skilled communicator, able to work with a wide range of people, and have strong customer service skills. They will be able to generate enthusiasm among diverse stakeholders with a team-oriented approach.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
3-5 years proven development experience with a successful track record in individual giving (major and annual), corporate, foundation, and government fundraising
Experience in soliciting and closing donations in all the fundraising areas
Excellent interpersonal skills, organizational ability, superior written and oral communication capabilities, and the ability to lead and motivate fellow team members and volunteers to achieve organizational development goals
Experience with fundraising event production
Experience with cultivating and soliciting major donors including high net-worth individuals; experience with capital campaigns is a plus
Strong knowledge of and hands on experience with customer relationship management (CRM) systems, Microsoft Office 365, SharePoint and OneDrive, Microsoft Teams; experience with basic level of graphic design is a plus
Technical proficiency with computers, software, and typing;
Bachelor’s degree or other comparable education is desirable
Current CFRE credential is preferred
Membership in professional and/or civic organizations is preferred
JOB CONDITIONS:
General:
The development director will spend a portion of their time out of the office on external appointments with donors, prospects, board members and community leaders, as well as at PYP activities and other community events/meetings. This may involve remaining in a stationary position during meetings, events, or in the office, and moving around facilities.
This position also requires extensive office work including creating and maintaining paper and computer files and communicating using email and telephone. A majority of time in the office is spent working at a computer workstation or on the telephone. The workspace is lit with fluorescent lighting and natural lighting. There will be opportunities to work from home on certain independent projects.
The development director is an exempt position which will require work outside of the typical work week, including extended hours, evenings and weekends as required by PYP performances, events and particular project workload. The director must attend all Philharmonic Orchestra concerts, including the annual Concert-at-Christmas on December 26.
Equipment Used:
In addition to a computer workstation and telephone, the development director uses a copy machine and printer to perform duties. Use of other office tools may occasionally be required.
Physical Demands:
This position requires extended periods of remaining in a stationary position, such as sitting and standing, at meetings, concerts, or other events. Some concentrated data entry using a computer is required. Occasionally, this position may have to transport or move supplies weighing up to 30 pounds for receptions or other special events without assistance.
SALARY & BENEFITS:
Salary range: $75,000-$80,000 a year.
Option to enroll in PYP’s health insurance (medical and dental) plan after 30 days of employment. PYP pays 100% of the monthly premiums for the employee.
401k: PYP annually contributes to this staff member’s 401k account, currently at 3% of their annual salary. Employee may make additional contributions as payroll deductions.
Relocation benefits can be negotiated if needed.
Access to professional development opportunities available and encouraged.
Flexible, hybrid work schedule, beginning after a 30-day onboarding period.
TO APPLY:
Email a cover letter and resume to pypjobs@portlandyouthphil.org
with the subject line “Application – Development Director”.
A cover letter is required for consideration.
The position will be open until filled. For best consideration, apply by Monday, December 2, 2024.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Evenings as needed
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Fundraising: 3 years (Required)
Fundraising event production: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
CFRE credential (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Portland, OR 97219: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97219
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