DEVELOPMENT/FUNDRAISING MANAGER

OVERVIEW:

 Reports to the Executive Director.

 Supports the philanthropic strategy of SMA/OCC.

 Works with the Executive Director and Development Committee of the Board to achieve the

organization’s development and fundraising goals.

 Represents Old City Cemetery professionally and enthusiastically.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Develops an annual development and fundraising plan that includes at a minimum:

o Ambitious but attainable fund-raising goals with clearly identified steps for achieving the

goals.

o A list of potential grant opportunities matched to known and anticipated needs.

o Identification of ways to expand the corporate donor base.

o Identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of current and future donors.

o Letters and brochures that appeal to prospective donors.

o Special Events to be held.

 Manages SMA/OCC’s development and fundraising plan to include:

o Assurance of strong and sustainable relationships with donors, volunteers, staff, and

Board of Directors.

o Clear procedures to follow for carrying out special events.

o Compliance with existing grants.

o Strengthening corporate donor relationships.

o Strengthening individual donor relationships.

o Prompt donor acknowledgments.

 Supports, as needed, the work of the Executive Director and the SMA Development Committee.

 Ensures the integrity of the donor database and third-party donor platforms.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 3-5 years of experience and demonstrated success in fundraising and development.

 Demonstrated success in setting and achieving aggressive fundraising goals.

 Demonstrated success in cultivating multiple revenue sources – individuals, corporations,

foundations, special events, etc.

 Strong creative writing skills.

 Strong project management skills and experience in leading complex, multifaceted

initiatives/events.

 Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google applications, and various fundraising database

platforms.

 Shares SMA/OCC’s commitment to our mission, vision, and values with a focus on sustainability.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree

COMPETENCIES:

 Personal qualities of integrity, ethics, and credibility.

 Commitment to and passion for Old City Cemetery.

 Excellent interpersonal and team player skills.

 Ability to work with diverse groups, including volunteers, courteously and professionally.

 Excellent written and verbal skills.

 Exceptional attention to detail.

 Strong customer service focus with excellent follow-up.

 Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment.

 Values diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives.

 Ability to work a flexible schedule including occasional weekends/evenings.

COMPENSATION:

This part-time position (20 hours per week) offers a salary of $20K-$30K per year depending on

experience.

SMA/OCC is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20,000.00 - $30,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Fundraising: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lynchburg, VA 24501 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lynchburg, VA 24501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person