Associate Director of Development The George Washington Foundation
Fredericksburg, VA - USA
Job Summary
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 $5000 from individuals foundations and corporations in support of The George Washington Foundations 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 acknowledgement 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 Raisers 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 .
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.
Required Experience:
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