What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Development Officer position at Montshire Museum of Science?
Job Profile
The Montshire Museum of Science is seeking an experienced Director of Strategic Philanthropy to lead its fundraising efforts. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of securing major gifts, developing donor strategies, and managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals.
• Develop and implement donor strategies
• Manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals
• Secure major gifts to support the museum's mission
• Collaborate with the executive director and campaign committee to plan and implement capital, special, and comprehensive campaigns
• Coordinate donor visits and events
• Write proposals and create campaign documents
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree and CFRE preferred
• 5 years of individual giving experience with a strong background in major gifts fundraising
• Skilled in donor engagement, prospecting, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Experience writing fundraising proposals and building philanthropic relationships
• Excellent computer skills and fluency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and social media
Work Environment:
The Montshire Museum of Science offers a dynamic work environment with a passionate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting STEM learning, literacy, and career pathway development.
The Montshire Museum of Science is seeking an experienced Director of Strategic Philanthropy to lead its fundraising efforts. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of securing major gifts, developing donor strategies, and managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals.
• Develop and implement donor strategies
• Manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals
• Secure major gifts to support the museum's mission
• Collaborate with the executive director and campaign committee to plan and implement capital, special, and comprehensive campaigns
• Coordinate donor visits and events
• Write proposals and create campaign documents
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree and CFRE preferred
• 5 years of individual giving experience with a strong background in major gifts fundraising
• Skilled in donor engagement, prospecting, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Experience writing fundraising proposals and building philanthropic relationships
• Excellent computer skills and fluency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and social media
Work Environment:
The Montshire Museum of Science offers a dynamic work environment with a passionate commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting STEM learning, literacy, and career pathway development.
