Georgia -H Foundation Development Officer-Athens

Georgia 4-H Foundation Development Officer-Athens

The Development Officer reports to the Executive Director of the Georgia 4-H Foundation. This employee will implement identified priorities and funding needs for the Georgia 4-H Foundation in coordination with the State 4-H program. This highly responsible professional position has accountability for the implementation of the Georgia 4-H Foundation annual fund campaigns, special events as well as establishment of a portfolio of donors.

Work is performed independently on the basis of a general assignment of the responsibilities and follows through the full continuity of the job to the final results. Frequent work on evenings and weekends is expected. A valid driver's license and access to a reliable private vehicle for official travel duty.

Knowledge of fundraising or marketing/sales. Highly developed organizational skills and working on multiple projects under deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated public speaking skills. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with colleagues, donors and potential donors, and the general public. Ability to develop and maintain professional skills by participating in continuing education and professional development activities such as conferences, workshops, and committee work;

by conducting research or writing for publication; or by engaging in other creative and learning activities.

Sit at desk for extended periods of time. Lift up to 20 lbs. Driving as needed to perform job duties. This position will involve some days out of the office each week including overnight travel in and occasionally out of state. Occasional weekend work may also be necessary.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Portfolio Management:
Focus on building strong, lifelong relationships with the Georgia 4-H Foundation, matching donors' interests Georgia 4-H's needs and priorities, and securing the financial resources necessary for excellence in support of the programs and facilities of Georgia 4-H. Develop and execute long- and short-term prospect management plans and solicitation strategies, prepare written prospect management plans, identify specific purpose and gift level for each assigned prospect, draft proposals and engage in ongoing cultivation of and correspondence with potential donors.

Cultivate, solicit, and strategically steward prospects and donors for current and deferred major gifts ($25,000- $1,000,000). Manage a portfolio of major giving prospects focusing on soliciting major gifts, presenting proposals, and making an annually established goal of face-to-face meetings with donors and prospects monthly. The purpose of the meetings is to cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects and donors for current and deferred gifts to benefit Georgia 4-H.

Prepare timely, accurate, and relevant proposals, presentations, and other fundraising materials for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Keep supervisor informed on all fundraising activities. Enter contact reports in the donor tracking database (GAIL) after each visit, ensuring all reports are thorough and filed on a timely basis. Complete necessary follow-up after each visit. Send thank you notes, and any information requested by the donors/prospects.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Special Events:
Collaborate on the implementation of special events including both fundraising and stewardship events for the Georgia 4-H Foundation in cooperation with the Board of Trustees, appropriate committees, Executive Director and Foundation Staff. This may also include 4-H programs like State Congress. In collaboration with Georgia 4-H Foundation Trustees, committees/sub-committees, and Foundation Executive Director and Staff, coordinate and assist with the planning, implementation and evaluation of:
Events for 4-H alumni and friends Donor receptions Regional alumni programs State 4-H Congress donor tours

Duties/Responsibilities
- Cross Campus

Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with colleagues across various University offices, including University Development, to identify areas of partnership and joint asks for major/planned gift prospects for the Georgia 4-H Foundation.

Duties/Responsibilities
- Reporting:
Submit processes in 4-H Foundation (Raiser's Edge) and University of Georgia (GAIL) database(s) for gift reports and acknowledgement. Work collaboratively with the Foundation's executive director to strategize majoring giving priorities and strategy. This may include endowment and multi-year commitment solicitation.