Job Summary

The Development Officer requires a confident professional who is able to effectively steward our donors and also plan events for the MVHS Foundation. This role will also have responsibility for annual fundraising solicitations. The position requires strong written and oral communication skills; ability to think strategically; plan and manage multiple activities, prioritize, and work under pressure. A great team-focused attitude and strong attention to detail is a must.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of annual donors and ask prospects via various means for charitable gifts to MVHS, primarily focusing on gifts up to $10,000. 
• Work closely with Foundation leadership to integrate the annual and major gift programs. 
• Help conduct research for annual donors resulting in their identification, cultivation and solicitation.
• Oversee all aspects of the annual MVHS Foundation Golf Tournament (held in August) including solicitation of sponsors, in partnership with Foundation staff.
• Oversee planning and execution of the annual Stomp Out Cancer appeal (October/November) including solicitation of sponsors and individual donors.  
• Assist Foundation leadership in planning, organizing and executing all Stewardship and Cultivation events for the MVHS Foundation.
• Take a lead role in planning and executing all events related to current and future MVHS Capital Campaigns - this may include a launch and celebration as well as tours. 
• Oversee current and future affinity groups - this includes the MVHS Women's Giving Circle.
• Oversee recognition at MVHS to include placement and ordering of future plaques and dimensional letters, as well as assisting in keeping donor recognition walls updated throughout the year.  
• Identify, recruit, train and work closely with volunteers to support Foundation events and activities.
• Develop and maintain event budgets.
• Organize and develop timelines for events and activities. 
• Help create materials for MVHS Foundation events and Stewardship and Cultivation activities by working with Foundation leadership and the Marketing and Communications team.
• Staff fundraising activities and special events beyond the scope of the regular work week.
• Represent MVHS Foundation in the community through presentations and solicitations. 
• Assist in the creation and execution of Donor Communications from the MVHS Foundation.
• Oversee the Partners in Giving Leadership Circle Stewardship program for donors of $1,000 or more and provide support for our Lifetime Giving Society activities during the year.
• Assist with data entry and management as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
   

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:    

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Business or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 1-3 years of event and volunteer management.
• Ability to handle several projects simultaneously, prioritize, and work under pressure.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.
• Must be highly motivated, personable, articulate and diplomatic; able to motivate individuals and groups.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel to various locations within the region for events, training, etc.

PREFERRED:

• Fundraising experience.

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id  92290
Department  FOUNDATION
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked  8.50
FTE 1.0
Work Schedule  SALARIED GENERAL
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $50k - $79/Annually