Associate Director of Development - The George Washington Foundation
Warren Whitney, Fredericksburg, VA, United States
Associate Director of Development
The George Washington Foundation seeks an experienced, goal-oriented development professional to fill the full-time position of Associate Director of Development. Reporting to the Director of Institutional Advancement, this position will be responsible for renewing and securing major gifts of $5,000+ from individuals, foundations and corporations in support of The George Washington Foundation's highest priority projects.
Responsibilities
Working closely with the Director of Institutional Advancement, the Associate Director of Development, will develop a portfolio of individuals, foundations and corporate prospects that will be moved through the "moves-management" process.
Prospecting: Conduct research utilizing GWF records, Linked In, online foundation directory, and other online resources to identify prospects for their portfolio and support the assembling of a prospect pool for review by professional and volunteer leadership.
Draft finished-quality content for letters, proposals, and advancement materials.
Participate in conceiving and advancing an annual plan to realize and exceed operating, capital, and campaign budget goals for fundraising support.
With attention to detail, working with colleagues across the Foundation, plan, manage and staff multi-day and evening Advancement events for volunteer leadership, prospects and/or supporters.
Contribute to other duties related to development—such as drafting personalized gift acknowledgment letters, database management, and the production of annual appeals.
Skills and Requirements
A minimum of five years of non-profit development or similar fundraising experience, preferably in major giving with individuals as well as corporate and foundation giving.
Exceptional written communication skills, particularly in drafting and editing donor-related communications and proposals.
Experience or familiarity with Raiser's Edge NXT and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Benefits
Competitive salary based upon experience.
Retirement plan with significant company contribution.
Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance with generous company-paid share.
Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance paid by the organization.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume with salary requirements to HR@gwffoundation.org.
The George Washington Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment that does not discriminate based on race, gender, or religion.
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Responsibilities
Working closely with the Director of Institutional Advancement, the Associate Director of Development, will develop a portfolio of individuals, foundations and corporate prospects that will be moved through the "moves-management" process.
Prospecting: Conduct research utilizing GWF records, Linked In, online foundation directory, and other online resources to identify prospects for their portfolio and support the assembling of a prospect pool for review by professional and volunteer leadership.
Draft finished-quality content for letters, proposals, and advancement materials.
Participate in conceiving and advancing an annual plan to realize and exceed operating, capital, and campaign budget goals for fundraising support.
With attention to detail, working with colleagues across the Foundation, plan, manage and staff multi-day and evening Advancement events for volunteer leadership, prospects and/or supporters.
Contribute to other duties related to development—such as drafting personalized gift acknowledgment letters, database management, and the production of annual appeals.
Skills and Requirements
A minimum of five years of non-profit development or similar fundraising experience, preferably in major giving with individuals as well as corporate and foundation giving.
Exceptional written communication skills, particularly in drafting and editing donor-related communications and proposals.
Experience or familiarity with Raiser's Edge NXT and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
Benefits
Competitive salary based upon experience.
Retirement plan with significant company contribution.
Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance with generous company-paid share.
Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance paid by the organization.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume with salary requirements to HR@gwffoundation.org.
The George Washington Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment that does not discriminate based on race, gender, or religion.
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