Development Director - Ohio River Valley/Cincinnati

The Development Director is accountable for the successful planning, implementation and evaluation of the Arthritis Foundation’s fundraising strategies for corporate, special event and foundation revenue.

• Works with the Divison Vice President to maintain relationships with business and community leaders, media representatives, etc. to promote fundraising activities;
• Manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation prospects, developing fundraising strategies and taking primary responsibility for fulfillment and stewardship;
• Regularly communicate with staff and volunteers to share progress and key information related to community partnerships;
• Proactively pursue annual budget goals related to corporate, special event and foundation revenue;
• Regularly monitor and prepare monthly reports relevant to financial progress, impact and stewardship;
• Works with the Divison Vice President to achieve goals related to volunteer development and donor stewardship;
• Fundraising leadership for the local market;
• Experience in the generation of diverse revenue streams such as annual and major giving, foundations, corporate sponsorships, and special events;
• Promotes the Foundation to organizations, businesses and other community groups;
• Participate in educational opportunities to continue to develop skills and knowledge on current fundraising techniques;
• Serve as the staff liaison for the volunteer Corporate and Foundation Team.  Responsible for working alongside and managing team volunteers to cultivate, solicit and steward prospects.
• Staffs Board standing committees such as Financial Development and Annual Campaign;
• Responsible for supervision of local staff as assigned.   
• All other duties as assigned.

 
Desired Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, health/social services or related fields;
• Minimum of three to five years related non-profit experience including fundraising, community development and staff management.
• Experience with pledge events (walks/runs) or advanced degree a plus;
• Solid planning, organization, communication, and computerized donor management skills a must;
• Strong presentation skills, including demonstrated verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and possess valid driver’s license;
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed and to travel throughout the five-state region.

Send your resume, salary history and cover letter to Jennifer Robinson (GreatLakesHR@arthritis.org) with "Ohio River Valley Development Director" in the subject. No phone calls. Only candidates chosen for further consideration will be contacted. The Arthritis Foundation, Great Lakes Region is an Equal Opportunity Employer.