Ele's Place
Fundraising & Branch Director
Ele's Place, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113
Ele's Place is seeking a fundraising & branch director for their Ann Arbor location whose primary focus is fund development and community outreach awareness. The director is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all fundraising for the branch. This includes but is not limited to major gifts, annual funds, planned giving, special events, and capital campaigns. The director is also responsible for the administrative and development staff located within the branch.
Essential Job Functions:
Oversee and execute the performance of the established fundraising strategy for the branch.
Strategically develop the annual fundraising goals for the branch in conjunction with Ele’s Place Headquarters staff.
Develop the annual branch fundraising and expense budget, monitoring financials and expenses throughout the year to effectively meet fundraising goals.
Strategically cultivate relationships with donors and prospective donors in anticipation of soliciting major gifts.
Engage the community board and others in prospecting, relationship strategy development, solicitation process, and donor stewardship.
Assign potential and existing donor relationships to various development staff.
Coordinates with Ele’s Place Headquarters (EPHQ) staff regarding donors (or prospects) shared by multiple locations.
Build and maintain excellent personal and organizational reputations in the community.
Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for the branch while promoting broad public awareness to enhance support and participation in the organization. Participate in interviews with media as needed.
Identify and cultivate potential Community Board members.
Work effectively with Community Board members, engaging them in community networking, outreach, and fundraising efforts.
Regularly communicate with the program director to co-lead the branch effectively.
Work cooperatively to develop messaging for community outreach that represents the interests of the development group and maintains the integrity of the Ele’s Place Program Model.
Work cooperatively to develop and implement the branch’s operational plan.
Work cooperatively to facilitate and coordinate regular “All Staff” meetings.
Provide general supervision and strategic leadership to the administrative and development staff of the branch.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, post-graduate experience preferred. Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is a bonus.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum of five years of experience working in fundraising and development for a nonprofit organization, particularly with major gift development. Experience in developing constituent relationships, and working with and inspiring volunteers. Demonstrated experience in a leadership role, and building and managing an effective, committed staff.
Position Requirements (Skills & Abilities):
Strong interpersonal skills for effective donor solicitation and staff, board member, and volunteer motivation.
Positive attitude with an ability to show concern for other people and the community.
Ability to demonstrate presence, self-confidence, good judgment, and effectively listen to others.
High degree of accountability, responsibility, and professional integrity.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and a fundraising database (Blackbaud preferred).
Superior communication skills including public speaking skills.
Demonstrated success as a team builder who can contribute to a positive and effective work environment.
Ability to travel locally as needed to visit donors and prospects.
Ele’s Place Offers a Competitive Benefits Package:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Supplemental Insurance: Life, Disability, Accident, Hospital, Cancer, Identity Theft Protection, etc.
401(k) Retirement Plan w/ Company Match (3%)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (35 days/year)
Paid Holidays (17 holidays/year)
Flexible Scheduling
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Perks Platform
To Apply:
If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute your development expertise to a meaningful cause, we invite you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and relevant event portfolio or references to hr@elesplace.org.
Ele's Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $82,500.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Experience:
nonprofit fundraising and development: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Essential Job Functions:
Oversee and execute the performance of the established fundraising strategy for the branch.
Strategically develop the annual fundraising goals for the branch in conjunction with Ele’s Place Headquarters staff.
Develop the annual branch fundraising and expense budget, monitoring financials and expenses throughout the year to effectively meet fundraising goals.
Strategically cultivate relationships with donors and prospective donors in anticipation of soliciting major gifts.
Engage the community board and others in prospecting, relationship strategy development, solicitation process, and donor stewardship.
Assign potential and existing donor relationships to various development staff.
Coordinates with Ele’s Place Headquarters (EPHQ) staff regarding donors (or prospects) shared by multiple locations.
Build and maintain excellent personal and organizational reputations in the community.
Serve as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for the branch while promoting broad public awareness to enhance support and participation in the organization. Participate in interviews with media as needed.
Identify and cultivate potential Community Board members.
Work effectively with Community Board members, engaging them in community networking, outreach, and fundraising efforts.
Regularly communicate with the program director to co-lead the branch effectively.
Work cooperatively to develop messaging for community outreach that represents the interests of the development group and maintains the integrity of the Ele’s Place Program Model.
Work cooperatively to develop and implement the branch’s operational plan.
Work cooperatively to facilitate and coordinate regular “All Staff” meetings.
Provide general supervision and strategic leadership to the administrative and development staff of the branch.
Education Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, post-graduate experience preferred. Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation is a bonus.
Experience Requirements:
Minimum of five years of experience working in fundraising and development for a nonprofit organization, particularly with major gift development. Experience in developing constituent relationships, and working with and inspiring volunteers. Demonstrated experience in a leadership role, and building and managing an effective, committed staff.
Position Requirements (Skills & Abilities):
Strong interpersonal skills for effective donor solicitation and staff, board member, and volunteer motivation.
Positive attitude with an ability to show concern for other people and the community.
Ability to demonstrate presence, self-confidence, good judgment, and effectively listen to others.
High degree of accountability, responsibility, and professional integrity.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and a fundraising database (Blackbaud preferred).
Superior communication skills including public speaking skills.
Demonstrated success as a team builder who can contribute to a positive and effective work environment.
Ability to travel locally as needed to visit donors and prospects.
Ele’s Place Offers a Competitive Benefits Package:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Supplemental Insurance: Life, Disability, Accident, Hospital, Cancer, Identity Theft Protection, etc.
401(k) Retirement Plan w/ Company Match (3%)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (35 days/year)
Paid Holidays (17 holidays/year)
Flexible Scheduling
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Perks Platform
To Apply:
If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute your development expertise to a meaningful cause, we invite you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and relevant event portfolio or references to hr@elesplace.org.
Ele's Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $82,500.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Experience:
nonprofit fundraising and development: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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