Fundraising Manager jobs in Ventura, CA

Fundraising Manager manages an organization's fundraising strategies, campaigns, capital development initiatives, and operations to support the overall organizational development and revenue objectives. Implements donor stewardship programs to identify, develop, retain, and nurture a portfolio of individual and institutional donors. Being a Fundraising Manager works to develop potential corporate or governmental partnerships and grant funding opportunities. Creates collaborative coordination between staff and internal stakeholders to plan events and communications to increase donor engagement. Additionally, Fundraising Manager uses technology to manage and monitor donor information and produce data-driven measurement and reporting of the progress of fundraising goals. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Fundraising Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Fundraising Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Development-Fundraising (Hybrid-schedule Available)
  • California Lutheran University
  • Thousand Oaks, CA FULL_TIME
  • Position Category: Staff (Exempt)
    FLSA: Exempt
    FTE: 1.0

    Location:
    University Background:
    The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each persons dignity.

    Basic Function:
    The Director of Development reports to the Vice President of University Advancement and is a member of the University Advancement Team responsible for developing, planning and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies and activities in pursuit of securing financial contributions from a portfolio of major gift prospects, including identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship in support of the university's strategic fundraising priorities.

    Representative Duties:
    Develop and implement an annual fundraising strategy and plan for the identification, cultivation and solicitation of major and planned gifts. E
    Collaborate with the Director of Prospect Research to identify major and planned gift prospects. E
    Manage assigned portfolio and timeline for each prospect to include cultivation, involvement, solicitation, and appropriate acknowledgement. Maintain a timetable, checklist and moves management system. E
    Prepare and participate in collaborative reporting sessions with Advancement staff team members, the President, and key volunteers to keep attention focused on the progress of major and planned gift efforts and progress. E
    Work independently and also collaboratively with advancement departments, university leadership and other university divisions and staff in creating and implementing strategies for cultivation, solicitation, and financial support. E
    Research data for proposal development. Develop, prepare and present formal fundraising proposals to major donors and prospects. E
    Prepare, present and process gift agreements. E
    Assume and achieve fundraising, financial and activity goals set annually. E
    Ensure compliance with all University fundraising policies, goals and procedures, including responsibility for following all protocols for prospect and donor management established and implemented by University Advancement. E
    Represent University Advancement at professional and university meetings, seminars and conferences for professional development and in the community. E

    E=Essential Duties

    Knowledge Of:
    Prospecting, cultivating and asking for gifts of $100,000-$1M .
    Major campaign fundraising, preferably at a university.
    Building strong collaborative relationships across a complex organization with astuteness and agility.
    Moves management, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies and fundraising techniques.
    Various giving instruments, including planned giving opportunities, and their benefit to individuals and charitable organizations.
    Understanding of the workings in a Development Office in an academic setting.
    Techniques in generating significant commitments from individual sources.
    Political savvy and interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
    Self-motivation and discipline to regularly set and achieve work goals.

    Ability To:
    Work confidentially with a variety of prospects, donors and leadership volunteers. Maintain a high level of poise and professionalism in all circumstances.
    Collaborate and communicate effectively with faculty, staff and outside constituencies.
    Be entrepreneurial, flexible and seize appropriate opportunities as they develop.
    Commit to excellence and teamwork.
    Communicate gift ideas and techniques.
    Use specialized software (Raisers Edge).
    Establish and maintain effective working relationships, work effectively with volunteers and other staff members.
    Plan and design special project activities and timelines.
    Present information in a coherent and compelling fashion.
    Prepare and deliver oral presentations.
    Plan and organize work, meet schedules and deadlines.
    Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
    Prioritize and balance a variety of tasks simultaneously.
    Build lasting relationships with prospects.
    Work confidentially with a variety of prospects, donors and leadership volunteers.
    Be available for evening and weekend work as needed.
    Travel.

    Minimum Qualifications:
    A Bachelors Degree and a minimum of six years professional fundraising experience preferably in a university setting.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    Masters Degree.
    Experience with Raisers Edge or other fundraising software.
    Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation

    Licenses and Other Requirements:
    Availability to work weekends and evenings.

    Flexibility to travel 65%.

    Physical Abilities:
    Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; communicate clearly to exchange information in person and on the telephone; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects up to 15 lbs; position self to store and/or retrieve files

    Working Environment:
    Office environment; driving a vehicle to conduct work; evening or variable hours. This position can be hybrid-schedule upon request and discussion.

    Hiring Range $85,000-$105,000
    Posting Number: Staff001742019
    Open Date: 07/27/2022
    Close Date: 10/15/2023

    To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/11342

    California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and Universitys policies, procedures, and processes.

    Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation.

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Manager
  • Scofield Catering & Management Inc
  • Thousand Oaks, CA FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Assistant Store Manager Posi tion Type : Full Time FLSA Exempt: NoReports to: Store ManagerHelp to Main tain the restaurant’s efficient operation, as well as maintain high production, produ...
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Manager
  • Thread True
  • Westlake, CA FULL_TIME
  • BENEFITS:401k MatchingHealth InsurancePaid Time OffReferral ProgramSunday's Off (Including Thanksgiving & Christmas) QUALIFICATIONS:Proven working experience in retail cashier or salesBasic PC knowled...
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Manager
  • Panera Bread
  • Westlake, CA FULL_TIME
  • Come Join Panera Bread- an award-winning leader in the restaurant industry and employer of choice for 2022! What's in it for you?A comprehensive benefit package including health, dental and visionPaid...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Manager
  • Chick-fil-A Riverpark Oxnard
  • Oxnard, CA FULL_TIME
  • Chick-fil-A Riverpark Oxnard is looking for additional excellent Managers. Both Front of House and Back of House/Kitchen Manager positions are available. WHO WE ARE Voted as America’s favorite & one o...
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Manager
  • Lure Fish House
  • Camarillo, CA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionHow would you like to work for a growing company that is also fun to work for? The experience and knowledge you will acquire working for Lure Fish House is not like any other job you will e...
  • 28 Days Ago

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Marketing Automation Specialist
  • Joni and Friends
  • Agoura Hills, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Under the supervision of the Email Marketing and Automation Manager, support the overall...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Head Coach - GIRLS Tennis (BHS) 24-25 SY FALL SEASON
  • Ventura Unified School District
  • Ventura, CA
  • About the Employer For the future of every student Ventura Unified has long enjoyed a legacy as an outstanding place to ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • Career Blazers Nonprofit Search
  • Ventura, CA
  • Executive Director - Ventura Ventura, CA On-site Position Overview Be a part of a nonprofit organization dedicated to ai...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Representative
  • Modern Woodmen Of America
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • The ideal candidate will deliver personalized investment solutions to help clients work toward their long-term financial...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Assistant
  • Confidential
  • Montecito, CA
  • Our client is the most lovely, accomplished and detail oriented busy Mom who is also running a couple of business and pa...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Development Associate and Gift Processor
  • Ganna Walska Lotusland
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • Title: Development Associate and Gift Processor Classification: Full-Time 40-hour work week, non-exempt Department: Deve...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Development Officer, Special Events
  • Community Memorial Healthcare
  • Ventura, CA
  • Compensation: Salary Range: $36.79 - $55.75 per hour The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the pos...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • Career Blazers Nonprofit Search
  • Ventura, CA
  • Executive Director - Ventura Ventura, CA On-site Position Overview Be a part of a nonprofit organization dedicated to ai...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

Ventura is located northwest of Los Angeles on the California coast. The western portion of the city stretches north along the Ventura River and is characterized by a narrow valley with steeply sloped areas along both sides. The steep slopes of the Ventura foothills abut the northern portion of the community. Much of the eastern portion is on a relatively flat alluvial coastal plain lying along the western edge of the Oxnard Plain. The Santa Clara River forms the city's southerly boundary with the city limits reaching up to the beginning of the Santa Clara River Valley at the historic communit...
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Income Estimation for Fundraising Manager jobs
$105,707 to $141,237
Ventura, California area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

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