Foundation Development Specialist jobs in the United States
The Foundation Development Specialist II conducts research and prospecting to locate individuals aligning with the organization's values and mission. Identifies potential donors and evaluates their interests and capacity to give to the organization. Being a Foundation Development Specialist II uses a database or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to maintain research data and donor records, execute mailing or e-mail campaigns, and create reports. Analyzes data for trends and creates donor profiles to assist with donor development, stewardship, and direct communications and fundraising strategy. In addition, Foundation Development Specialist II maintains confidentiality and complies with data privacy regulations and policies. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Being a Foundation Development Specialist II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as a Foundation Development Specialist II typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Foundation Development Specialist jobs
Foundation Development Specialist
- Joplin Schools
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Joplin, MO
PART_TIME
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Position: Foundation Development Specialist
Term: Part-Time/12 Month
Classification: Exempt
Location: Administration
Qualifications- Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, public relations, communication/marketing, nonprofit management, or related field.
- Training or experience in fund development and/or estate planning activities, such as major gift solicitation and planned giving, as well as experience in grant writing.
- Experience working with nonprofit boards of directors is preferred.
Reports to: Superintendent
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Responsibilities
Create and develop partnerships with local businesses and patrons to share the mission of the foundation with the goal of securing donations and financial support for the foundation. The Foundation Development Specialist will possess good people skills, flexibility, the ability to work under pressure and stay on task, responsibility, reliability, be a self-starter, and have the ability to adjust to change.
This position requires a highly organized, independent thinker who has a passion for education and philanthropy. It is imperative that the candidate be self-motivated, persistent, and goal-oriented. The candidate must have the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team while managing complex relationships. Must demonstrate excellent communication skills and a positive attitude toward generating successful partnerships. Must understand and support the District’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan and the goals of the Joplin Education Foundation. The candidate must successfully pass a background check and drug test that are satisfactory to the Board of Education.
General Expectations- Support the mission of Joplin Schools.
- Support the value of education.
- Become familiar with, enforce, and follow all applicable Board policies and regulations, administrative procedures, other directions given by district administrators and supervisors, and state and federal laws.
- Care for, properly use, and protect school property.
- Provide excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
- React to change productively and receive and transmit constructive criticism as it relates to job duties.
- Conduct all official business in a professional and timely manner, utilizing district technology resources.
- Maintain accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes as required by law and Board policy.
Increase the foundation’s financial assets by planning, coordinating, and implementing all fundraising activities and programs, including the following:- Identify and obtain individual, corporate, and foundation contributions.
- Build strong relationships through cultivation and stewardship with donors and potential donors.
- Develop and cultivate Legacy Contributions from Alumni and friends of Joplin Schools.
- Develop, plan, and execute a multi-year fundraising campaign, programs, special events as needed to support the mission of the foundation.
- Oversee production of all print and electronic communications related to fundraising and all components of the foundation.
- Provide strong leadership necessary to achieving programmatic goals in Joplin Schools by cultivating strong relationships with partner organizations, including the District and other community organizations, as necessary, to accomplish the foundation’s mission.
- Work closely with the District’s Advertising Sales Representative to ensure close alignment and focus of efforts in a team approach to ensure effective and efficient partnerships with business and community donors.
- Support all the foundation committee work, such as the Grants Committee, in helping to meet the shared mission of the foundation.
- Plan and execute donor cultivation events.
- Assist in Maintaining the foundation website.
- Assist in Promoting the foundation and communicate all the foundation activities through social media platforms.
- Participate in community outreach projects to ensure the foundation is active in all aspects of the Joplin and surrounding communities.
- Serve as a liaison between the the foundation President, Board, and Joplin Schools Director of Educational Support and Human Resources
- Resources in all developments relevant to the foundation.
- Provide information to update the District on the work of the foundation, including the financial outlook and any financial information the District deems necessary.
- Answer donor, staff, and Board inquiries in a timely fashion.
- Work directly with the foundation accountant to ensure all IRS reporting is completed accurately and timely.
- Network with other school foundations and engage in professional development opportunities to bring best practices to the work of the foundation.
- Willing to participate as a member of the National School Foundation organization for ongoing training and support of the foundation.
- Assist the foundation officers in task completion of officer duties such as development and printing of agendas, mailing out donation tax forms, and general communication of thank you notes and event notifications.
- Promote the foundation through district communication resources to Joplin Schools employees and community members.
- Assist with other duties and special projects as determined by the foundation President, Board, and Joplin Schools Director of Human Resources.
Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
The work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Conditions and Environment
The work environment is consistent with a typical office environment. Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. - 17 Days Ago
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FULL_TIME
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FULL_TIME
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- Stellar Development Foundation
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FULL_TIME
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FULL_TIME
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- Partners In Development Foundation
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Income Estimation for Foundation Development Specialist jobs
$58,259 to $75,525