Director of Giving

Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and three references to Linda McCarthy at Linda@missouladowntown.com. Deadline: Friday, Jan. 31, 2025.

Function: This position is primarily responsible for foundation fund development and includes grant research, writing, and acquisition; cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors; fundraising campaigns; data management and support, and community outreach/engagement

Duties and Responsibilities:

Grant Writing & Research (40%)

• Research and write grant applications for Downtown projects and programs and support grant administration on successful acquisitions
• Prepare and present reports on grants and fundraising initiatives for board members and donors.

Donor Development (40%)

• Support the identification and cultivation of prospective donors, foundations, individuals, and potential investors to accomplish the fundraising initiatives.
• Donor data management and acquisition
• Plan donor cultivation and appreciation activities
• Showcase, promote, and build Planned Giving options and opportunities

Fundraising Strategies and Execution (10%)

• Create and implement annual fundraising strategies, goals, and budgets
• Create, implement, and monitor capital campaigns for various projects and foster successful initiatives, where necessary

Support marketing and communications strategies as they pertain to fundraising and community engagement (5%)

Represent the DMP at community events and meetings where appropriate (5%)

Other duties as needed

Skillsets Needed for the Position:

• A comprehensive understanding of fundraising campaigns and grant writing
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Professionalism and the ability to develop relationships and cultivate partnerships to advance the goals of Downtown and the Downtown Missoula Partnership

Preferred Qualifications (knowledge, skills & abilities):

• Bachelor’s degree
• Passion for Missoula
• Experience in fund development, grant writing, and non-profit fundraising
• Ability to build relationships and connections with Downtown supporters and donors
• Proficient computer skills and experience in data management
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Proven project management skills
• Proven time management and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility, dependability, and creativity
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with staff and volunteers
• Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time