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Resource Development Associate Jobs in Maine (NOW HIRING)

Young Life

Staff Associate-Gorham, ME

Gorham, ME · On-site

YL Staff Associate I Summary: Through both formal training and direct field ministry experience ... Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations ...

Young Life

Staff Associate-Gorham, ME

Gorham, ME · On-site

YL Staff Associate I Summary: Through both formal training and direct field ministry experience ... Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations ...

Altium Packaging LLC

Human Resource Partner

Poland, ME · On-site

This position offers a complex blend of organizational development and employee relations for a ... Serve as a resource for management and associates to identify and resolve employee relations issues

Young Life

Area Director I-Gorham, Maine

Gorham, ME · On-site

... Staff Associate program. Area Director I Summary: Through spiritual leadership and proper ... Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations ...

Young Life

Area Director I-Gorham, Maine

Gorham, ME · On-site

... Staff Associate program. Area Director I Summary: Through spiritual leadership and proper ... Resource Development - "Fueling the ministry" includes events, major donor care, public relations ...

Opportunityalliance

Lead Teacher Preschool Portland

Portland, ME · On-site

$15.25 - $20.50/hr

... Development Associate (CDA) credential or comparable credential (Maine ITC) and an Associate degree ... Economic Resources _____ If you are viewing this posting on a third-party site, please visit our ...

MaineHealth

Assistant Teacher

Rockport, ME · On-site

$19.10 - $22.53/hr

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification preferred. Current community/caregiver level CPR ... resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and ...

MaineHealth

Assistant Teacher

Rockport, ME · On-site

$19.10 - $22.53/hr

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification preferred. Current community/caregiver level CPR ... being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and ...

VIP Auto

Leadership Development Program

Auburn, ME · On-site

Annual Budget Rollout Meetings & Annual All-Associates Meetings * Garage Gurus Classroom and Hands ... Human Resources * Marketing Opportunities are available in all five states where VIP operates ...

vipauto

Leadership Development Program

Auburn, ME · On-site

Annual Budget Rollout Meetings & Annual All-Associates Meetings * Garage Gurus Classroom and Hands ... Human Resources * Marketing Opportunities are available in all five states where VIP operates ...

vipauto

Leadership Development Program

Auburn, ME · On-site

Annual Budget Rollout Meetings & Annual All-Associates Meetings * Garage Gurus Classroom and Hands ... Human Resources * Marketing Opportunities are available in all five states where VIP operates ...

Maine Medical Center

Assistant Teacher

Rockport, ME · On-site

$19.10 - $22.53/hr

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification preferred. Current community/caregiver level CPR ... being resources-so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and ...

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What is a resource development associate?

Resource Development Associates are professionals who help organizations identify, secure, and manage resources such as funding, partnerships, and materials needed to achieve their goals. Their work often involves grant writing, donor relations, fundraising campaigns, and strategic planning. They play a key role in ensuring the sustainability and growth of nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and other entities that rely on external support. By building and maintaining relationships with donors and stakeholders, Resource Development Associates help organizations thrive and fulfill their missions.

How does a resource development associate typically collaborate with other departments to achieve fundraising goals?

A Resource Development Associate works closely with teams such as marketing, communications, and program staff to align fundraising initiatives with organizational priorities. They often coordinate with these departments to develop compelling donor materials, organize fundraising events, and ensure consistent messaging. Effective collaboration is essential for identifying funding needs, crafting targeted outreach, and strengthening donor relationships, all of which contribute to meeting or exceeding fundraising targets.

What is the difference between Resource Development Associate vs Fundraising Coordinator?

AspectResource Development AssociateFundraising Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; experience in nonprofit or development rolesBachelor's degree; experience in fundraising or event planning
Work EnvironmentNonprofit organizations, educational institutions, or community groupsNonprofits, charities, or advocacy groups
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in nonprofit and educational sectors for development rolesCommon in nonprofit organizations focusing on fundraising events and campaigns

The Resource Development Associate and Fundraising Coordinator roles both focus on supporting nonprofit growth through donor engagement and fundraising activities. While they share similar credentials and work environments, the Resource Development Associate often handles a broader range of development tasks, including grant writing and donor research, whereas the Fundraising Coordinator primarily manages fundraising events and campaigns. Both roles are essential for nonprofit success and are frequently searched together by those interested in nonprofit development careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a resource development associate?

To thrive as a Resource Development Associate, you need strong research, writing, and organizational skills, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, or a related field. Familiarity with donor management software, CRM systems, and grant databases is often required. Excellent interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for effectively identifying funding opportunities, building donor relationships, and supporting the organization's fundraising goals.
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Associate Director of Museum Development

Colby College

Waterville, ME • On-site

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Colby College rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

382nd of 617 rated colleges and universities

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Job Description
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Museum DevelopmentPay Rate Type:
SalaryEmployee Type:
Job Summary:
Reporting to the executive director of museum development, the Associate Director of Museum Development is responsible for broadening and deepening philanthropic engagement with the Colby Museum of Art. At an exciting moment of growth for the museum and Colby during the Dare Northward campaign and with an investment in the arts ecosystem that includes collaborative programming located in downtown Waterville, the associate director will primarily raise leadership gifts and sponsorships to the museum, as well as work with other advancement teams on executing communications and events to highlight the museum's good work and generate philanthropic interest. The associate director of museum development will activate a robust community of support for the museum through management of Friends of Art, and by envisioning and executing both broad-based and targeted engagement strategies through events and communications. As the museum's community of annual philanthropic supporters and advocates, Friends of Art is a capacious vehicle 1) to drive continued relationships with donors - at every level - who care deeply about the museum and 2) to cultivate a new and more diverse generation of philanthropists who will support the museum's program and values.
This vital contributor to the Colby Museum of Art and the Division of College Advancement will nurture reliable annual support for sustainable philanthropic impact year after year, and develop a pipeline to discover new opportunities for augmented support through leadership annual, capital, and planned giving, as well as through gifts of art to the museum's collection. In supporting overall objectives for museum development, the associate director of museum development will also provide critical research, reporting, solicitation, and stewardship assistance. As a liaison to the museum, the associate director of museum development has a deep appreciation for the liberal arts college experience and academic art museums
The hiring range for this position is $68,000 - $88,800.
Essential Functions
To be successful in this position, an individual should be able to perform the essential duties and bring the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that support the role. This list of duties is intended to be representative rather than exhaustive, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Fundraising
  • Manage a portfolio of 100+ households to build meaningful relationships and solicit leadership annual level gifts to the Colby Museum ($2,500 to $99,000)
  • Review gifts to the museum regularly and conduct research on donor histories, capacity, and inclination to identify opportunities for further engagement, cultivation, and personalized stewardship

Friends of Art, Appeals and Pipeline Development
  • Manage annual solicitation plan to renew and build participation in Friends of Art in close collaboration with the Colby Museum of Art, Colby Fund, and Advancement Communications and Engagement teams and as overseen by the executive director of museum development
  • Serve as content expert on Friends of Art print and digital appeals, working closely with Colby Fund team on voice, content, and recipient lists

Museum Development Events
  • Contribute to ideation and participate in execution for museum events, including traveling exhibitions, Friends of Art cultivation events, and the annual Summer Luncheon - a daytime festivity that brings together approximately 600 friends of the museum in celebration of its commitment to transforming lives through art, the contributions of artists, and the philanthropy that makes its mission and programs possible

Museum Development Communications
  • In partnership with the annual giving team and museum communication team, develop and execute communications strategy that features and distributes museum content for donor-focused communications in coordination with the Colby Museum of Art's communications manager, Advancement Communications, and the Office of Communications as appropriate, whether leveraging existing (such as the museum's e-newsletter or digital publication, The Lantern) or drafting and managing additional communications
  • Serve as proactive and reliable resource for frontline fundraisers in relaying museum content with prospects

Data Review and Gift Acknowledgments
  • Track and assess progress to fundraising and participation goals for all annual giving to the Colby Museum
  • Oversee the weekly gift acknowledgement process in coordination with the Administrative Operations team, providing timely, standardized thank you letters from the Colby Museum of Art's Carolyn Muzzy Director for gifts in support of the museum and drafting tailored communications as necessary

General
  • Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Position Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent in education and experience
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of fundraising or related experience in a college, university, museum, cultural, or complex institution with success in making direct solicitations
  • Demonstrated capacity to organize and manage programs
  • Superb organizational skills, ability to consistently meet deadlines and follow through on assignments, and great attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency with fundraising/alumni relations or equivalent relationship management databases and technology
  • Proven collaboration and teamwork skills in a diverse community to leverage activities, initiatives, and programs for multiple purposes
  • Strong, self-motivated work ethic; flexibility; and demonstrated capability to work both independently and constructively as a member of a diverse community
  • Appreciation of Colby's and Colby College Museum of Art's missions and the ability to effectively communicate them
  • Unwavering commitment to fostering an anti-racist, equitable work environment supportive of people from different cultures, backgrounds, and life paths
  • Willingness and ability to work outside normal working hours (i.e. nights and weekends)
  • Must be willing to travel; valid driver's license required and must meet the College's Fleet Safety Policy requirements

Key Relationships:
Reporting to the executive director of museum development, the associate director of museum development will work closely with the Colby College Museum of Art's Carolyn Muzzy director and advancement partners.. The associate director of museum development will have direct contact with museum staff and key members of the Museum Board of Governors.
Physical/Mental Demands
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this position and/or may be encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • To perform this role effectively, an employee is expected to handle employee information, documents, and sensitive matters with care, professionalism, and respect for privacy.
  • This position involves working with a variety of timelines, including some that require quick turnaround and responsiveness to urgent needs.
  • In this role, the employee will interact with members of the public and others in a variety of situations and conversations. Presenting oneself in a professional, respectful, and thoughtful manner at all times is an important part of the role.
  • This position includes regular movement throughout office spaces, hallways, meeting rooms, and other campus locations.
  • Daily work will involve extended use of a computer, including keyboard and mouse
  • Physical requirements differ by position. In general, most roles involve lifting up to 10 pounds regularly, with some positions requiring occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.
  • Vision requirements for this position include the ability to see clearly at close and far distances and to adjust focus as needed.
  • The work environment is dynamic and engaging, often involving multiple tasks and projects that require shifting focus and strong organizational skills..
  • The noise level is generally moderate; however, there may be occasional moments of louder sounds depending on campus activity.

Colby College supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

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