What are the responsibilities and job description for the Philanthropy Director position at Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park?
Philanthropy Director
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking an experienced philanthropic professional who excels at building relationships and is dedicated to connecting with individuals and businesses passionate about supporting Cuyahoga Valley National Park. We are searching for a philanthropic professional with expertise and interest suited to be a senior leader with the ability to sustain and build a strong portfolio of donors.
Qualities of a successful Philanthropy Director Candidate:
- Passionate and knowledgeable philanthropic professional who can oversee and implement multiple projects at once.
- Experience in successfully managing multi-million-dollar capital campaigns.
- Excellent organizational and inclusive leadership skills with the ability to work with a broad ecosystem of stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Ability to work with individuals of all backgrounds and skills, able to prioritize relationships and develop a positive team culture and work collaboratively in a way that brings together and achieves goals held by diverse stakeholders.
- A strong leader who is willing to work toward transformational change.
- A team player who is collaborative by nature.
What you will do:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties as assigned):
- Develop and implement a comprehensive philanthropy strategy to support the Conservancy’s mission and goals.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, corporations, foundations, and other stakeholders.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the philanthropy team, providing guidance and support to achieve fundraising targets.
- Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns.
- Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to create compelling fundraising materials and messages.
- Work alongside the Institutional Giving/Grants Manager, Vice President of Philanthropy and CEO/President on new and ongoing funder relationships.
- Support the management and growth of the membership program, including new member recruitment, retention, upgrading and appropriate analysis.
- Partner with the Operations and Research Managers to develop and maintain a structured approach for identifying major gift prospects, resulting in a robust prospect and donor pool.
- Manage and maintain the Corporate Partners Program in consultation with the Vice President of Philanthropy. Recruit and manage corporate and business sponsors.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of special events in close collaboration with the Park Projects Director, event consultants and/or event committees.
- Provide direction and oversight for the design and implementation of major philanthropic initiatives, including fundraising appeals and cultivation and stewardship outreach.
- Lead the formulation and management of the Philanthropy budget.
- Strive to consider the people, places, and cultures that might be missing from your work and look for opportunities to increase inclusivity in all the work you do.
- Support the mission and vision of the Conservancy in all interactions with colleagues, members and stakeholders.
Status/Pay/Benefits: Full-Time, exempt, salary starting at $70,000 annually commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, a fully vested 403(b) retirement plan, and generous leave time.
Salary : $70,000
