Plymouth State University
Major Gifts Officer – University Advancement

Reporting to the Director of Major Gifts, the Major Gifts Officer is responsible for managing relationships and securing support from individual, corporate, and foundation donors capable of making gifts of $25,000 and above. A member of the University Advancement team, the Major Gifts Officer works collaboratively to develop strategies to further the engagement of all alumni, parents, donors, and friends of the University. S/He is part of the major gifts team's efforts to identify prospective major gift donors, executing plans to contact, qualify, and cultivate donors, and then to successfully solicit their financial support and steward their giving. S/He will write and edit major gift proposals to solicit funds for the University's strategic priorities and propose and implement appropriate recognition and stewardship of major gifts donors. Unquestionable professional integrity is required and the ability to work successfully across the hierarchy and throughout a wide spectrum of prospective donors is preferred.

Application: PSU uses an online application process. To apply for this position please follow the link provided here: https://jobs.usnh.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52313

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begins Monday, February 20, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled or the search is otherwise closed at the University’s discretion.

Development Director - Monadnock Conservancy
Location: Keene, NH

The Monadnock Conservancy, a nonprofit conservation land trust serving the beautiful Monadnock Region of southwestern New Hampshire, seeks our first full-time Development Director to join a staff of eight in our Keene, NH office.

Founded in 1989, the mission of the Monadnock Conservancy is “to identify, promote and actively seek protection of significant natural, aesthetic and historic resources in the Monadnock Region; and to monitor and enforce the protection of lands in the trust.” Every year we help conserve hundreds of acres of the forests, farms, wildlife habitat, trails and waterways that define our region’s unique rural character. As the first land trust in New Hampshire to be accredited by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission (in 2008), we have protected more than 16,000 acres in 25 towns since 1989. Our operating budget for 2011 was $560,000.

The development director position is being created in conjunction with a new organizational strategic plan that will guide our growth and evolution over the next five years. Under the direction of the executive director and collaborating with our dedicated board, membership manager, and communications manager, the successful applicant will lead an expansion of all facets of our development program to ensure the funding and resources needed to accomplish our important mission. Competitive compensation includes group health insurance and retirement savings plan eligibility.

For a complete job description visit: http://www.MonadnockConservancy.org/pdf/Monad_Cons_Dvmt_Dir_2012.pdf

The position is open until March 5, 2012, with an ideal starting date of late April or sooner (later is possible for the perfect candidate).

To apply, send a resume, cover letter, salary expectations and three professional references to be received
by March 5, 2012 to:
Ryan Owens, executive director
Attn: Development Director Search
Monadnock Conservancy
PO Box 337
Keene, NH 03431

Or email: Ryan@MonadnockConservancy.org Please no phone calls. Questions accepted by email only.

The Monadnock Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions to recruit, hire, promote and release from employment are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, physical or mental disabilities, or veteran status. www.MonadnockConservancy.org

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADVANCEMENT - Goddard College

Goddard College seeks an outstanding professional for the position of Associate Director of Advancement. This position focuses on unrestricted gifts, primarily solicited through the annual fund. The Associate Director of Advancement cultivates donors and oversees the annual cycle of appeals, events, and donor appreciation, with a goal of increasing annual donations and identifying prospects for major gifts. This individual participates in donor research work and the development of strategies for planned gifts as part of a dynamic team.

Requirements include an Undergraduate degree, 3 – 5 years of progressively responsible fundraising activities, and project management experience. Successful applicants must also possess exemplary written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to travel for fundraising activities. This position is full-time and eligible for our generous benefits package.

To apply, please see instructions on position announcement at www.goddard.edu/employment. Applications are due February 29, 2012.


Development Director - Fort Williams Charitable Foundation (FWCF)
Location: Cape Elizabeth, ME

FWCF is seeking a Development Director that will be responsible for all fundraising activities. A new position in the organization, the Director will have the opportunity to build the development function. This position will report to the President and Executive Committee of the Foundation and will work very closely with Board Directors and volunteer leaders.

Responsibilities:
*Develop and execute FWCF's annual fundraising plan: create and execute a strategy for a large sustained base of annual individual donors.
*Manage the Capital Campaign process: help identify campaign leadership; help design campaign plan and budget; assist in individual, foundation and corporate cultivation & solicitation strategies; create system to track status of all solicitations, assignments and results; develop and track proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate funding.
*Manage the implementation of DonorPerfect and oversee staff responsible for data entry and gift process.
*Work with FWCF volunteers on special events.
*Manage FWCF development constituent relations: Board of Directors, Arboretum Steering Committee, friends, corporations and foundations.

Qualifications:
*BA (required), MA (a plus)
*5-plus years experience in development and proven track record with a Capital Campaign.
*Significant experience in the areas of major gifts, and corporate and foundation support, with verifiable record of performance in direct solicitation
*Experience with annual giving programs
*Demonstrated ability to work easily and effectively with a wide range of people, including corporate executives, foundation leaders, volunteers, and news media
*Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills
*Knowledge of DonorPerfect

Qualified individuals should send a cover letter and resume to: Fort Williams Charitable Foundation, PO Box 6260, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107


Alumni Relations Director - Champlain College
Location: Burlington, VT

The Alumni Relations Director is responsible for the planning, implementation, and oversight of programs designed to engage and steward an ever growing alumni body of over 18,000. Alumni Relations works in concert with other departments in the Advancement Office and throughout the College in planning and development to maximize engagement opportunities for alumni, to identify and steward lead volunteers, and to advance the mission of the College through alumni outreach and advancement programs. The Director plans and administers comprehensive local, regional, and national programs, to involve the alumni in the life of the College while creating a climate that fosters engagement and financial support for the institution.

A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience is required. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in alumni relations in a similar academic environment including supervising volunteers and event management. Must be detail oriented, have excellent writing skills, and have solid experience in MS Word and Excel.

The successful candidate will have a professional and positive attitude towards their work, the mission of the institution, and the goals of the college. Adaptability, continuous learning, strong critical judgment, a commitment to diversity and teamwork, and providing quality services are some of the staff competencies required for success at Champlain College.

To apply, submit cover letter and resume by February 17, 2012, online at www.champlain.edu/hr. The successful completion of a criminal background check is required as a condition of employment.

Champlain College values, supports and encourages diversity of backgrounds, cultures and perspectives of students, faculty and staff. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Director of Development - Home Healthcare, Hospice, and Community Services (HCS)
Location: Keene, NH

Agency Description
HCS is the second largest provider of VNA and Hospice services in NH, serving 42 communities in the southwestern part of the state. The agency also provides multiple community services, including meals-on-wheels, adult day care, and elderly transportation. HCS serves 4,500+ individuals each year and has 460 employees and an annual budget of $20,000,000. The agency recently received the “Excellence in Nonprofit Management Award” from the Corporate Fund at the NH Charitable Foundation.

Job Description:
HCS is seeking a talented and proven development professional to oversee all fundraising activities and to serve on our collegial Senior Management Team, participating in core strategic planning and general operations review. The Development Director works closely with the CEO and Community Relations Director in furthering fundraising, marketing, special campaign, and publicity efforts. HCS offers a strong salary and benefits package and a pleasant, supportive work environment.
The successful candidate will have superior interpersonal, writing, and verbal communication skills and the ability to build and steward lasting relationships. He or she will be responsible for soliciting and securing major gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and government programs through personal contact, correspondence, and grant writing.

The Development Director is responsible for production of newsletters, brochures, and other publicity materials, which support fundraising and the agency mission in general. He or she will manage the donor database, bulk mailings, events, and other activities. The Director will supervise the Grants and Development Coordinator, who assists with fundraising and publicity activities. He or she will also work closely with the CEO and the Community Relations Director in furthering fundraising, marketing, special campaign, and publicity efforts.

Qualifications:
Qualifications include: BA or higher degree and a minimum of 5 – 8 years of successful fundraising experience; superior communications skills; some event management experience; general knowledge and competency in use of spreadsheets, internet, social media, word processing, and donor database systems (sound familiarity with Raiser’s Edge a plus).

How To Apply
Please email resume, cover letter, and 2-3 writing samples (1-3 pages each) by February 29, 2012 to: Bonnie Chappell, Human Resources Director, bchappell@HCSservices.org or HCS, PO Box 564, Keene, NH 03431


Director of Philanthropy-NH - The Nature Conservancy
Location: Concord, NH

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related field and at least 7 years’ fundraising experience.
• Experience managing philanthropy staff and collaborating in a large multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience working with current and evolving trends in major gifts giving and solicitation.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in current trends in charitable giving, particularly in the areas of capital campaigns, major gifts and planned giving. Working knowledge or ability to learn basics of charitable gift planning.
• Experience in soliciting and closing six- and seven- figure gifts.
• Experience building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents such as major donors, family and donor advised funds and foundations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Founded in 1951, The Nature Conservancy is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to protecting lands and water for people and nature. Over the 60 years since our founding, we have grown to be the largest single conservation organization in the US and the world. The Nature Conservancy has just celebrated 50 years of conservation success in New Hampshire, where we seek a highly experienced fundraiser to lead an established philanthropy program through the evolution into a true major gifts program.

The Director of Philanthropy reports to the State Director and is responsible for the oversight, planning and implementation of a comprehensive philanthropy program that secures the significant financial resources (current fiscal year private fundraising goal of $1,000,000) from donors within New Hampshire to support conservation goals in New Hampshire, New England and around the world. S/he will ensure significant gifts for TNC’s global and local conservation priorities by helping donors articulate their passion for conservation in order to facilitate the largest gifts possible to The Nature Conservancy. The Director will develop and implement a multi-year, philanthropic vision and plan for New Hampshire that aligns with The Nature Conservancy’s global priorities, while recognizing the distinctive needs of key places and issues in the New Hampshire landscape and as it relates to major natural systems such as the Northern Appalachian forest, the Connecticut River and the Gulf of Maine. The Director of Philanthropy engages in all major gifts functions, which may include planned giving, major and principal gifts, donor prospecting and research, and special multi-year fundraising campaigns and which takes advantage of the resources and support provided by a multi-tiered, complex global organization. S/he serves as an active member of the Chapter’s executive management team, working collaboratively to establish fundraising goals, support long-term strategic planning and fiscal management, and ensure integration of priorities within the Philanthropy Program. The Director of Philanthropy hires, manages, and establishes goals for the Philanthropy Manager and collaborates closely with other operating unit External Relations, Grants and Marketing staff. S/he motivates and coordinates the philanthropy efforts of members of a multi-disciplinary chapter staff and volunteers, including donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. The Director of Philanthropy serves with the State Director to work with the Board of Trustees and leads the development committee and any ad hoc campaign committees of the Board. S/he is also responsible for the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of the Chapter’s major gift donors and prospects.

S/he focuses on long-range strategic priorities, advances the Conservancy’s goals and communicates a broad vision to others. S/he understands and complies with all TNC gift-related policies and procedures and ensures ethical compliance, as defined by the Association for Fundraising Professionals. The Director of Philanthropy has broad financial responsibility in setting and meeting fundraising objectives, tracking gifts, interpreting financial reports, and developing and administering departmental budget.

The following attributes would enhance a candidate’s potential for success:
• The capacity to embrace and effectively communicate the Conservancy’s mission and its relevance to the environment, the economy and the health of human communities. And a passion for nature, wildlife and/or the outdoors.
• Proven ability to use strong strategic thinking skills to create a vision for philanthropy in New Hampshire, develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan for achieving that vision and lead an aggressive and comprehensive fundraising program.
• Considerable knowledge of and experience working in philanthropic communities within the state and networks of social and professional relationships within it.
• A personal enthusiasm with positive and optimistic attitude that models behavior for and motivates staff and volunteers. Broad experience leading staff, managing projects virtually, and collaborating with and influencing staff s/he does not directly supervise. Experience, sincere interest and pleasure in developing fundraising talent in professional staff and volunteers.
• Experience working for a national, global and/or highly decentralized organization and an understanding of how partnerships with other Conservancy Chapters, country programs and external organizations can enhance New Hampshire’s fundraising efforts.

HOW TO APPLY:
Visit www.nature.org/careers and search for Job #39733. Complete the full online application and attach your resume & cover letter as a single document. All sections of the online application must be completed (e.g., work experience and education, even if information is included in resume) to be considered for a position. When you are finished, click Save and Submit. If submitted correctly, you will receive an automatic response that you are in an Applied Status. Application deadline is February 29, 2012.


Director for Annual Giving - St. Michael's College
Location: Colchester, VT
Saint Michael's College seeks applications for a Director for Annual Giving. This position supervises a staff and is responsible to create and implement a strategic plan for annual giving from individuals, significantly enlarge the President's Medallion Club (Saint Michael's annual leadership giving recognition society), manage a caseload of leadership annual giving prospects, and implement other focused leadership annual giving campaigns.  The Institutional Advancement team is a metric-driven organization and success is measured in clear outcomes.  Salary will commensurate with the successful candidate's level of experience. 

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Individual Gift Officer - St. Michael's College
Location: Colchester, VT
Saint Michael’s College seeks an energetic and self-motivated professional fundraiser for the position of Individual Gift Officer within the department of Institutional Advancement. Institutional Advancement is a metric-driven team and success is measured in clear outcomes. Responsibilities include qualifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding individuals as assigned, aggressively seeking new donors and involving the College’s president, faculty and staff as appropriate in the development process. The Individual Gift Officer works both independently as well as within a team dynamic and coordinates and communicates their activities in a professional and timely manner.  Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate's level of experience.
 
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