Fundraising Manager

The culture of High Peaks Hospice is mission-driven and community-oriented. From our board of directors, staff, volunteers, and donors, the High Peaks Hospice community is filled with compassionate and dedicated individuals committed to providing comfort, peace, and dignity to the families we serve, at a time when it’s needed most.

We help individuals achieve a peaceful life closure, aligned with their values, wishes, choice, and needs, while fully supporting their caregivers and loved ones along the way.

Job Description

The Fundraising Manager is responsible for building good relationships with prospective donors and clients across multiple sectors, communicating with the broader public and internal teams, and drawing up plans to ensure annual targets are met. The purpose of this position is to build a strong network of community partnerships with individuals, civic groups, medical offices, and local businesses. To excel in the role, the incumbent should be an excellent communicator, enjoy engaging individuals in building hospice knowledge, adept and comfortable speaking in front of groups, and willing to travel to locations throughout High Peaks Hospice’s catchment area.

Responsibilities:

• Create comprehensive fundraising plans tailored to the organization's needs and goals:

o Analyze the organization's financial requirements.

o Set fundraising targets with Executive Director.

o Develop strategies to meet the goals effectively.

• Research and identify potential funding sources, including individual donors, corporations, foundations, and grant opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with potential and existing donors:

o Engage in donor stewardship, expressing gratitude, providing updates on projects, and fostering a sense of connection with the organization.

o Build trust and credibility to secure ongoing support.

• Plan and execute fundraising campaigns and events, which includes coordinating logistics, promoting events, and ensuring all aspects of the fundraising activities run smoothly.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop compelling fundraising materials, including brochures, newsletters, social media content, and online campaigns.
• Write grant proposals and funding applications for submission to foundations, government agencies, and other grant-making organizations.

o Articulate the organization's needs persuasively, outlining how funding will be utilized to achieve specific outcomes.

• Maintain donor database, track donations, and generate reports on fundraising activities.

o Analyze data to identify trends, assess the success of campaigns, and make data-driven decisions to optimize fundraising strategies.

• Adhere to legal and ethical fundraising practices by staying updated on relevant regulations, ensuring the fundraising activities follow the law.
• Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders, including board members, volunteers, program managers, and external partners.
• Undertakes regular self-assessment and training to assure continued professional growth and development, including attending conferences and training as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree OR an Associate’s degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in training and/or sales and or fundraising experience in a professional capacity.
• Must possess outstanding presence, self-confidence & enthusiasm and be comfortable engaging with all levels of stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills are required.
• The position demands the ability to positively interact internally as a team member as well as externally with community members.
• Value the ability to convene small groups of business/community leaders and entertain such groups.
• Experience in seeking out, writing, and administering grants and other funding sources is a plus.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must meet all local health regulations.

If you meet these qualifications and are looking for a meaningful career in hospice care, we encourage you to apply.

Submit a cover letter and resume for consideration. Thank you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Essex County, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000