Donor Relations Specialist

• Great benefits such as:
  Health, Dental, Vision, Life, & Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Personal Leave and Paid Holidays
• 403b Retirement Plan (matches one to one of employee contribution for the first 3%, then a 50% match on the next 6% of employee contribution)

Essential Job Functions:

• Manages, as assigned, communications and engagement activities including but not limited to: prospect development, stewardship, acknowledgement of gifts, drafting written appeals, solicitation of event sponsor ships, in-kind donation requests,event attendance initiatives and donation requests.
• Conducts research on prospective funders(individual, corporate, and foundation).
• Assists in development-related data reports detailing fundraising results.
• Assists in the planning and executing of fundraising events and activities.
• Raises awareness of SMA Healthcare and itswork at local levels (speaking to groups, etc.).
• Assists in developing and coordinating web-based fundraising.
• Updates databases to record donor contact and preference information.
• Provides content for donor and prospect communications as planned for the year in coordination with the PR &Events Specialist, which may include mail appeals, e-appeals,e-newsletters, annual report content, e-blasts, etc.
• Works with Foundation Executive Director to recognize donors and sponsors via web-based methods, signage and/orsocial media.
• Completes paperwork documenting donations.
• Responds to donor questions and requests.
• Maintains existing sponsor relationships andhelps develop new sponsors through effective communication.
• Converts new sponsors into committed supporters through identification of shared goals and values.
• Remains apprised of trends or issues in relevant industries that affect business climate or culture and economic environment that could impact fundraising.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor's degree preferred (Business, Sales/Marketing, Human Service, Social Services or other related fields). Minimum of three (3) years of experience working in development and/or fundraising Sales/Marketing/Public Relations experience required. CFRE Certification is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities:

• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexible and comfortable in a fast-paced environment with excellent follow-through.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Exceptional communications skills (verbal and written) with the ability to speak publicly and interact with a variety of audiences.
• Time management skills - managing one's own time and respecting time of others.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to travel using own vehicle, and to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Communicating with supervisors, peers or subordinates ? Providing timely and appropriate information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in writing, e-mail and in person.
• Must be able to work in various indoor facilities and outdoor environments with varying weather conditions.
• Work in a multitude of social settings and with customer segments.

Necessary Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Florida driver's license, acceptable driving record, and proof of personal automobile…