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Director of Development - The Breman Museum

Employer
Our Fundraising Search
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Closing date
Feb 10, 2021

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Focus Areas
Arts / Culture / Humanities
Job Function
Development / Fundraising
Position Type
Full Time
Degree Level
Bachelors

Job Details

POSITION TITLE: Director of Development 

REPORTS TO: Executive Director 

POSITION SUMMARY 

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Director of Development will foster a culture of philanthropy within The Breman Museum and build internal and external relationships to enhance its visibility, impact and overall funding portfolio. The Director of Development is responsible for leading all fundraising efforts for the Breman Museum by securing financial support from individuals, foundations, corporations and government entities.  

RESPONSIBILITIES  

Strategy and Primary Duties 

  • Evaluate current fundraising initiatives for effectiveness and maximum results 
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic development plan (short-term as well as long-term) 
  • Oversee and ensure successful fundraising efforts for annual giving from individuals and major donors, foundation grants, government entities, etc. 
  • Broaden the donor base and increase giving levels to secure the funding needed to support the growth in programming to advance the mission of The Breman 
  • Manage a portfolio of up to 100 major donors and prospects 
  • Establish a planned gift effort for The Breman  
  • Work with the marketing department on the writing content of newsletters, annual report, impact statements and other collateral needs 
  • Oversee museum membership from levels to benefits as well as renewals and seek to increase membership levels annually 
  • Establish a procedure for tribute giving and best practices with acknowledgements  
  • Plan and execute special events, galas, anniversary celebrations, etc. 
  • Work on database transition from Abila to Salesforce 
  • Create an operations manual for the development department to ensure consistent record-keeping and support cross-training efforts 
  • Handle additional duties as assigned 

Relationship-Building 

  • Support and engage The Breman’s Executive Director with all fundraising strategies 
  • Build, maintain and enhance donor relations with private individuals, foundation representatives and public grant funders 
  • Increase board involvement with fundraising efforts to maximize the members sphere of influence in the community 
  • Act as liaison to the board development committee 
  • Establish a rapport with museum members  
  • Steward existing donors and cultivate prospects as part of the development plan 

Data Integrity 

  • Review the current record-keeping procedures and review donor history 
  • Perform research as needed to support the need to grow the funding portfolio 
  • Establish protocols for entering donor data in the organization’s database 
  • Prepare donor reports in an accurate and timely manner 

Financial 

  • Oversee development department budget and fundraising goals 
  • Prepare department reports, statistical data for Breman leadership as requested  

Supervisory  

  • Oversee, train and mentor the development staff as well as contractors 
  • Delegate and monitor work assignments as needed 

Breman Ambassador 

  • Present a positive and professional image of The Breman 
  • Maintain the security and accountability of donated funds and/or assets 
  • Act as an ambassador of The Breman when speaking at events and attending board and staff meetings, museum special events, etc. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor’s Degree 
  • Master’s Degree and/or Certified Fundraising Executive Designation preferred (CFRE) 
  • 5-7 years of fundraising or comparable experience that includes measurable success in fundraising and development staff management 
  • Knowledge of principles and best practices in fundraising  
  • Exceptional communication skills – oral and written 
  • Proven experience in relationship-building within the philanthropic community, project management, event planning, budget oversight, database administration, etc. 

To Apply:  Submit your resume and cover letter to www.ourfundraisingsearch.com.  If you have application questions, email them to ourfundraisingsearch@gmail.com.  

Company

Our Mission

At Our Fundraising Search, we help nonprofits build and grow high-performing teams using proven strategies for fundraising excellence. Our Fundraising Search will deliver high quality service in a cost-efficient manner in a timely fashion.

Strategically located in Atlanta, Georgia, Our Fundraising Search helps busy nonprofit boards and CEO’s successfully fill critical executive and development positions. Comprehensive services include: Annual Fund Counsel, Board Recruitment and Training, Capital Campaign Counsel, Development Assessment, Development Search, Endowment Counsel, Feasibility Studies, Fundraising Coaching, Fundraising Counsel, Interim Staffing, Planned Giving Basics, Pre-campaign Counsel, and Strategic Planning.

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845 Highland Ter NE
Atlanta
GA
30306
United States

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