What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Mission Advancement position at FILLING MEMORIAL HOME OF MERCY INC?
Job Details
Description
Position Title: Director of Mission Advancement
Location: Filling Homes – Napoleon, Ohio
Hours: Full-time
Job Summary: The Director of Mission Advancement manages all development strategies, including donor relations and management, event management, agency philanthropy, and fundraising appeals. The Direct of Mission Advancement keeps a holistic view and understanding of Filling Homes agency-wide mission and vision. The Director of Mission Advancement will work with the Mission Advancement team and volunteers to secure new donors at all levels with a focus on increasing Filling Homes funding and alignment for long-term financial stability and growth of the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead an annual mission advancement plan and strategy including families, special groups, the public, and staff to secure donations, grants, direct appeals, and manage fundraising events.
- Cultivate new individual, corporate, and Foundation donors to increase annual giving, including a corporate giving program.
- Plan and coordinate staff and volunteer support for fundraising events.
- Oversee grant writing efforts to generate revenue from private and corporate foundations and ensure that Filling Homes is in compliance with all grant reporting requirements.
- Oversee daily gift processing, gift-in-kind processing, and the donor acknowledgement process.
- Supervise accurate record keeping of donor information and donor acknowledgement, both for integrity and for accurate reporting, including the agency's gift acceptance policies.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- High school graduate, college degree in relevant field preferred
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
- Experience in researching and writing grants, or ability to learn.
- Proficiency with various software such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and fundraising software.
- Thorough knowledge of current fundraising techniques, trends and laws.
- Availability to represent Filling Homes at church and community gatherings, including weekend and evening functions.
