Development Director

Position Summary

This position has the primary responsibility for managing and implementing the Livingston's annual fundraising plan generated as part of the strategic plan. This includes all aspects of a comprehensive fundraising plan including but not limited to a grant program, community newsletter, special events, memorial gifts, donor cultivation for major gifts, Planned Giving Program, as well as other direct mail and fundraising activities. This position shall also assist with public relations. This person will work closely with the Board of Directors, the Development Committee of the Board, the President/CEO, the Vice President/CAO, and Livingston volunteers to enhance and support the overall mission of Livingston and to ensure that ample unrestricted and program funds are generated.

Due to the nature of this position, it is required that this person be present onsite during business hours, unless required for events or other business needs.

Qualifications

• A minimum BS Degree in Business or related field.
• Five years experience in fundraising; i.e., community-based annual fund-raising programs, donor cultivation (individual, corporate and foundation), marketing, public relations, grant writing, and nonprofit management.
• Highly proficient communication skills (writing and verbal) in English as well as various computer software skills (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, donor databases, etc.)

Essential Job Functions

• In coordination with senior management, develops and implements a comprehensive annual fundraising plan and budget for the strategic planning process that supports Livingston's mission, operations, and current as well as new programs; monitors and reports on accomplishments of fundraising goals set in the plan/budget.
• Implements a Planned Giving Program that builds capacity for bequests, trusts, and other estate planning vehicles.
• Assists in creation of printed materials to generate interest and support of existing and new programs.
• Primary responsibility for donor cultivation overall and for major gifts.
• Oversees newsletter writing and publication of documents that include fundraising brochures and letters of acknowledgement.
• Oversees arrangements for all special events at a minimum of 2 — 4 or more times per year.
• Oversees administration of all donor mailing lists and donor recognition and account of records including Livingston's website content.
• Creates agenda for the Development Committee meetings, and any other fundraising arm of the Board of Directors', for development and implementation of Livingston's strategic plan.
• Assists in the development of specific strategies for target markets.
• Participates in the local Planned Giving Council and other professional organizations to stay current in the field of fundraising.
• Assists with public relations and media to enhance Livingston's visibility and mission in the community.
• Oversees coordination of grant funding for mission and programs.
• Oversees fundraising database and tracking system.
• Schedules ongoing presentations to community groups as part of the fundraising plan.
• Projects commitment to the mission and presents Livingston internally and externally as one worthy of support, operating with high quality of service and high ethical standards.
• Works in close partnership with the President/CEO, Vice President/CAO and designated Board members on fund development efforts.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off