Sr. Development Associate Annual Giving

Job Description - Sr. Development Associate Annual Giving (301429)

Job Description

Sr. Development Associate Annual Giving - 301429

Description

Supports the Director of Annual Giving in the development, implementation and growth of all priority programs for the Annual Giving office, including staff giving, grateful patients, online giving and third-party fundraisers in support of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Foundation. Assists leader in the identification and cultivation of Annual Giving donors as well as help to re-secure lapsed donors and identify those with potential major gift opportunities.

Serves as main point of contact for all third-party and grassroots fundraisers, including the annual Spread Joy Toy Drive.

• Serves as primary point of contact for the grassroots fundraising program by identifying individuals/groups who would like to host a grassroots event to benefit NCHF and re-engage past grassroots supporters.
• Plans and executes events in support of the Annual Giving program (Spread Joy toy drive, iGIVE Employee Support Events, etc.) in collaboration with leader, other departments, and key stakeholders.
• Serves as secondary point of contact for any individuals or groups who would like to make in‑kind donations to NCHF.
• Lead the administration of activities to solicit and steward gifts from employees of all levels.
• Manages administrative functions of Annual Giving including payroll processing, data review, etc.
• Regularly stewards Annual Giving donors via phone, email, and mailings following a stewardship plan and refers prospects to the Development team.
• Effectively utilizes Raiser’s Edge and any other ancillary tools.
• Provides regular and accurate updates of gift activity and fundraising results.
• Serves as a liaison for Community Outreach events in support of the Foundation.
• Serves as a point of contact for Children’s Experiences, Michael Fux Family Center, and other hospital events in support of the Foundation.
• Attends NCHS/NCHF events, as well as, external events for Foundation representation, networking etc.
• Serve as liaison to assigned service lines keeping them informed of Foundation happenings and their available funds.

• 3-5 years of experience in a position interacting with different audiences
• 3-5 years of direct experience in fundraising

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Blackbaud’s The Raiser’s Edge preferred.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Customer service training and experience.
• Strong computer and analytical skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Knowledge of hospital operations.
• Ability to work well with people at all levels of an organization.
• Develops relationships with diverse constituencies and simultaneously employs keen judgment.
• Strong, collaborative, and energetic.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data.
• Ability to manage volunteers.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Able to manage several deadlines at the same time.
• Able to think out of the box and make quick recommendations.