Director of Development
Shelby Farms Park, Memphis, TN, United States
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Director of Development Department:
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$80 – 95KAbout Shelby Farms Park ConservancyShelby Farms Park Conservancy (SFPC) is the nonprofit that manages and cares for Shelby Farms Park and Shelby Farms Greenline in Memphis, TN. SFPC is responsible for daily management, fundraising to meet operational budget needs, setting the vision for the Parks future, and stewarding its natural resources. SFPC team members are committed to our vision of creating a celebrated 21st-century park that defines and shapes a great city and that provides inclusive, equitable, and free access for every resident of the Memphis area.About Shelby Farms ParkAt 4,500 acres, Shelby Farms Park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. It features miles of trails, lakes and ponds, a buffalo herd, the Woodland Discovery Playground, the FedEx Event Center, a treetop adventure course, a sprayground, and an outdoor stage. It is a treasured asset for Memphis, offering inclusive and free access to all.Position SummaryAs a key member of the Shelby Farms Park Conservancy leadership team, the purpose of this position is to successfully plan, implement and grow a comprehensive $1.5+ million annual fundraising program that includes annual fund, corporate and foundation relations, government relations, major gifts, gift planning, capital campaign, constituent cultivation and stewardship efforts. This position is responsible for the recruiting, development and management of talented team members focused on achieving and exceeding organizational and fundraising goals. The Director of Development works closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors, maximizing their relationships and connections for SFPC. The successful candidate will display a record of leadership and accomplishment and will have a proven track record of fundraising success in a variety of giving programs. Strong strategic thinking, organizational, supervisory, leadership, communication and collaboration capabilities are required. The successful candidate will set a vision for the team, develop a strategy to achieve targets, and will create milestones and metrics to hold the team accountable in achieving the vision. Exemplary interpersonal skills with people from all walks of life are essential. The Development Director collaborates closely with all Park Teams to explore opportunities and build successful programs. Key Responsibilities* Strategic Planning + Vision– Envision, develop and execute the annual fundraising plan to achieve established targets for contributions while managing the development budget and expenses.* Grow Contributions through Fundraising Strategy - Responsible for all contributed revenue streams from donors, sponsors, government and foundation partners. Evaluate and strengthen prospecting program and pipeline development process. Evaluate existing giving programs and generate new giving programs that increase revenue and donor loyalty.Leadership – Ensure positive team culture in which all members are productive, customer focused, supported, collaborative and accountable. Communicate strategy, goals and expectations while providing tools and coaching for employees to be successful and feel valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Director of Development Department:
DevelopmentReports to:
CEOSalary:
$80 – 95KAbout Shelby Farms Park ConservancyShelby Farms Park Conservancy (SFPC) is the nonprofit that manages and cares for Shelby Farms Park and Shelby Farms Greenline in Memphis, TN. SFPC is responsible for daily management, fundraising to meet operational budget needs, setting the vision for the Parks future, and stewarding its natural resources. SFPC team members are committed to our vision of creating a celebrated 21st-century park that defines and shapes a great city and that provides inclusive, equitable, and free access for every resident of the Memphis area.About Shelby Farms ParkAt 4,500 acres, Shelby Farms Park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S. It features miles of trails, lakes and ponds, a buffalo herd, the Woodland Discovery Playground, the FedEx Event Center, a treetop adventure course, a sprayground, and an outdoor stage. It is a treasured asset for Memphis, offering inclusive and free access to all.Position SummaryAs a key member of the Shelby Farms Park Conservancy leadership team, the purpose of this position is to successfully plan, implement and grow a comprehensive $1.5+ million annual fundraising program that includes annual fund, corporate and foundation relations, government relations, major gifts, gift planning, capital campaign, constituent cultivation and stewardship efforts. This position is responsible for the recruiting, development and management of talented team members focused on achieving and exceeding organizational and fundraising goals. The Director of Development works closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board of Directors, maximizing their relationships and connections for SFPC. The successful candidate will display a record of leadership and accomplishment and will have a proven track record of fundraising success in a variety of giving programs. Strong strategic thinking, organizational, supervisory, leadership, communication and collaboration capabilities are required. The successful candidate will set a vision for the team, develop a strategy to achieve targets, and will create milestones and metrics to hold the team accountable in achieving the vision. Exemplary interpersonal skills with people from all walks of life are essential. The Development Director collaborates closely with all Park Teams to explore opportunities and build successful programs. Key Responsibilities* Strategic Planning + Vision– Envision, develop and execute the annual fundraising plan to achieve established targets for contributions while managing the development budget and expenses.* Grow Contributions through Fundraising Strategy - Responsible for all contributed revenue streams from donors, sponsors, government and foundation partners. Evaluate and strengthen prospecting program and pipeline development process. Evaluate existing giving programs and generate new giving programs that increase revenue and donor loyalty.Leadership – Ensure positive team culture in which all members are productive, customer focused, supported, collaborative and accountable. Communicate strategy, goals and expectations while providing tools and coaching for employees to be successful and feel valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr