Associate Director Of Donor Relations

Description:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gift Solicitation:

· Identify and cultivate relationships with individuals capable of making gifts in the specified range.

· Develop and implement solicitation strategies tailored to each donor's interests and philanthropic goals.

· Personally solicit gifts and manage the entire gift solicitation process.

Donor Cultivation and Stewardship:

· Build and maintain strong relationships with current and potential major donors.

· Create personalized stewardship plans to ensure ongoing engagement and satisfaction.

· Keep donors informed about the impact of their contributions and the museum's achievements.

Collaboration:

· Work collaboratively with the development team to align major gift strategies with overall fundraising goals.

· Coordinate with other museum departments to provide donors with unique and exclusive experiences.

· Organize and manage an annual major donor trip that generates revenue.

Database Management:

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in Raiser’s Edge database.

· Generate reports and analysis to track major gift progress and trends.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, arts administration, or a related field.

· Proven track record of successfully soliciting and closing major gifts.

· Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

· Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

· Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

· Familiarity with fundraising databases and CRM systems; proficiency in Raiser's
Edge or similar software is advantageous.

· Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed.