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| Organization | |
| Type | Full Time |
| Application Deadline | September 14, 2019 |
| College Degree Required? | Yes |
| Salary Range | $52,000-$60,000 |
| Email | smckelvey@menokin.org |
| Phone | +18043331776 |
Description
Menokin seeks an outside the box fundraiser-one that believes in the power of nonprofits
to create immense change in the community. The Development Director position provides
the opportunity to make a significant contribution to a cutting edge cultural heritage site in
the heart of Virginia’s Northern Neck. Menokin, a 500-acre land conservancy and home of a
signer of the Declaration of Independence, is in the midst of a multi-year capital campaign
to fund the most engaging preservation project in America.
Position Summary
The Development Director will be responsible for the day-to-day activities of the Menokin
development department and for direct solicitation of high-level support for both the
operational and capital campaigns. The Development Director oversees a comprehensive
and integrated fundraising program to develop individual and corporate contributions for
the capital campaign, cultivate and steward donors, and manage the annual campaign and
planned giving. The Development Director reports directly to the Executive Director to
carry out the annual development plan that supports the strategic plan of the Menokin
Foundation. ENTRY LEVEL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
Job Duties
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Identify, qualify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward high-level supporters
- Work with Executive Director to schedule and prepare meeting with important donors
- Meet with high level supporters in a variety of locations, generate high dollar solicitations,
and follow-up through donation
- In conjunction with the Executive Director, create and implement the Menokin development
plan and fundraising strategy
- Oversee the daily running of the development database and creation of donor research,
donor correspondence, fundraising appeals, mailing lists, and donor recognition efforts and
events
- Work with Marketing Director to develop and implement a comprehensive public relations
strategy for donor development
- Work proactively with the board
- Oversee grant planning and writing in collaboration with Executive Director
- Assist with public programming when needed, including giving talks to potential donors
and tours to visitors
- Report quarterly development progress to the board and generate end-of-year analyses and
development reports with the Executive Director
Skills Required
- BA degree in a related field, advanced degree preferred
- A strong passion for cultural institutions
- Positive belief in a non profit’s ability to create change
- Engaging and positive ttitude
- Ability to work with a variety of different personalities
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, required
- Ability to work well independently
- Available for weekend and evening events
- Experience at a history or cultural non-profit or an interest in American history required
- Ability to work closely and in unison with existing Menokin staff
Additional Info
To Appl: Send cover letter and resume to Executive Director Sam McKelvey at smckelvey@menokin.org
Hours: Full Time with Employee Health Insurance Plan
