Job Summary:
The Vice President of Philanthropy is responsible for promoting philanthropic investment by donor partners in order to advance the High Watch mission. Additionally, the VP of Philanthropy works with internal and external constituencies to build a culture of philanthropy that goes beyond transactional fundraising to build lasting, fruitful relationships rooted in a shared vision.
Responsibilities:
- Successful development, management and execution of an annual development plan with a fundraising goal of approximately $1.5 to $2 million through a multi-level, multi-faceted development approach revenue generation.
- Responsible for identifying and developing new partnerships, donors, and granting opportunities as well as expanding existing partnerships and donor participation.
- Management of a development staff of 3 FTEs including a Director of Annual Giving, Major Gifts Coordinator and Philanthropy Assistant, including setting and monitoring goals with staff, coaching and mentoring; and providing professional development opportunities to them.
- Successful cultivation and solicitation of a major donor and corporate sponsor portfolio.
- Active participation with the CEO and Board of Directors in the planning and execution of donor identification, solicitation and cultivation, pledge campaigns, corporate and foundation solicitations/relations and events.
- Development of a comprehensive and integrated approach to development by working closely with and encompassing our community initiatives and investments and marketing and communications functions.
- Ability to analyze, monitor and report revenue results, create a system for trending and pacing fundraising vs. goal, and report on a consistent basis to the management team, and Board of Directors.
- Provide strategic leadership to develop and maintain a meaningful annual development plan that supports execution on short and long-term initiatives through continuous assessment of resources and the changing needs of the community.
- Motivate staff to ensure objectives are achieved through the development, implementation and maintenance of key departmental goals.
- Remain current on policy developments, trends and critical issues in the areas of funding.
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Seven to ten years of experience in the development department of a philanthropic or non-profit organization.
- Proven track record in individual giving, major donors, corporate partnerships, foundation grants and campaigns.
- Effective public speaker and communicator who can handle presenting proposals and adapt her/his style to different audiences.
- Familiarity with donor advised funds, giving circles, restricted/unrestricted funds, endowed/non-endowed funds a plus.
- Able to manage budgets and to support the work of the governance board and committees of the Board.
- Strong team leader.
We offer competitive compensation packages based on qualifications and experience.
Experience in the recovery field welcomed
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Kent, CT 06757: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person