Vice President of Development

Function:
Plan, organize and execute all aspects of local fundraising activities, including special events, corporate donations, personal major giving and annual giving; develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising development business plan for the geographical area; develop and cultivate relationships with potential donors and volunteers to raise donations for the Region and increase volunteerism and awareness for the Foundation.
 
Major Duties & Responsibilities:

DEVELOPMENT

Develop a comprehensive fundraising business plan, which provides income growth on an annual basis

Implement the fundraising business plan and best practices ensuring consistency with the Foundation’s mission and the regional objectives

Cultivate and manage a local volunteer fundraising development committee

Staff and provide professional leadership to one or more campaign events and programs

Work with volunteer partners to secure gifts through one-on-one outreach and events

Implement strategies for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors

Enhance strategies to increase active donor base across all giving levels and elevate current donor/sponsor levels

Develop and maintain a portfolio of donors and act as an account manager to maximize all development opportunities as they arise through events and individualized approaches

Develop regional corporate prospect list and contact plan to engage corporations in fundraising activities

Enhance visibility of the Arthritis Foundation in the communities throughout the geographical area through the development of strong relationships with business and community leaders

Review and evaluate current development operations and initiate new strategies to support organizational change

Manage staff with emphasis on staff development

Actively participate as a member of the senior management team assisting in setting policy and direction for the organization

Work with other fundraising team members in comprehensive fundraising efforts


POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ten years of progressive development experience in a non-profit organization, including five years supervising staff preferred
• Proven ability to cultivate major donors and sponsors including portfolio of accomplishments
• Ability to develop strategic partnerships through collaborative arrangements
• Comprehensive understanding of charitable giving and the marketplace for the fundraising dollar
• Previous experience with fundraising in voluntary health organizations strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead, direct and motivate staff and volunteers
• Outstanding organizational skills, with the ability to complete projects on a timely basis and to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively with Arthritis Foundation staff colleagues, local leadership and Board members
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management Software (CRM) is a plus

EDUCATION:

• Master’s degree preferred

Interested Parties
Anyone interested in applying for this position should send a resume and cover letter info.afnewengland@arthritis.org with "Vice President of Development - Connecticut"  as the subject.