Assistant director of development job description
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Assistant director of development requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in assistant director of development job postings.
Sample assistant director of development requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, or related field.
- At least three years of experience in fundraising or development.
- Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising and philanthropic trends.
- Familiarity with donor databases and CRM software.
- Strong understanding of gift acceptance policies and procedures.
Sample required assistant director of development soft skills
- Ability to motivate and inspire staff and volunteers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Assistant director of development job description example 1
Texas Tech University assistant director of development job description
Raise major gifts ($25,000+) for the [College] to further the mission that Texas Tech University has implemented as a Tier 1 Research Institution.
Travel in support of the college's priorities to advance fundraising efforts, including securing visits to move prospective and current donors from discover, qualification and cultivation to solicitation.
Serve as the liaison between the [College] and the TTU Office of Advancement. Adhere to and instill best practices to make effective use of the prospect management database, including entering contact reports after each visit to ensure donor records are kept up to date. Represent the university and the [College] at business and community meetings and events in a professional manner while adhering to TTU policies. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, this position develops a comprehensive development program to meet the college's primary funding needs on an annual and long-term basis. Meet goals for key metrics including substantial contacts, visits, asks and gifts secured as established each fiscal year that are reflective of the development professional matrix. Work collaboratively with TTUS Institutional Advancement, the TTU Office of Advancement and colleagues to focus on shared strategic goals.
This position requires a proven track record of fundraising. A good knowledge of all aspects of fundraising including annual giving, planned giving, campaign management, and strategic planning.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, writing and presentation skills.Exceptional initiative and the ability to work with limited direct supervision. Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.
Major/Essential Functions
Performs the administrative duties of planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating special development efforts. Responsibilities may include: cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of individual, foundation, and corporate support for the TTU/System; adherence to the prospect management system; and plans, coordinates and evaluates development goals. Work is performed under general supervision with broad latitude for initiative.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus one (1) year development or sales experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience equal to five (5) years.
Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience in university or non-profit development/fundraising.
Travel in support of the college's priorities to advance fundraising efforts, including securing visits to move prospective and current donors from discover, qualification and cultivation to solicitation.
Serve as the liaison between the [College] and the TTU Office of Advancement. Adhere to and instill best practices to make effective use of the prospect management database, including entering contact reports after each visit to ensure donor records are kept up to date. Represent the university and the [College] at business and community meetings and events in a professional manner while adhering to TTU policies. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, this position develops a comprehensive development program to meet the college's primary funding needs on an annual and long-term basis. Meet goals for key metrics including substantial contacts, visits, asks and gifts secured as established each fiscal year that are reflective of the development professional matrix. Work collaboratively with TTUS Institutional Advancement, the TTU Office of Advancement and colleagues to focus on shared strategic goals.
This position requires a proven track record of fundraising. A good knowledge of all aspects of fundraising including annual giving, planned giving, campaign management, and strategic planning.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, writing and presentation skills.Exceptional initiative and the ability to work with limited direct supervision. Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.
Major/Essential Functions
Performs the administrative duties of planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating special development efforts. Responsibilities may include: cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of individual, foundation, and corporate support for the TTU/System; adherence to the prospect management system; and plans, coordinates and evaluates development goals. Work is performed under general supervision with broad latitude for initiative.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus one (1) year development or sales experience; OR a combination of education and/or related experience equal to five (5) years.
Preferred Qualifications
One year of experience in university or non-profit development/fundraising.
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Assistant director of development job description example 2
Nationwide Children's Hospital assistant director of development job description
The Associate Director, Constituent Giving, assists the Vice President of Constituent Giving with the identification, education, cultivation, solicitation, recognition and stewardship of major gift contributors on behalf Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?
The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.
Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.
We're 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.
Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.
Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.
Responsibilities
* Manages a personal portfolio of no more than 150 prospects with the capacity to give gifts of $25,000 to 250,000 to achieve philanthropic and financial goals of Nationwide Children's Hospital.
* Works with the Vice President of Constituent Giving to develop annual goals. The expectation will be $1M per year with a mature portfolio.
* Secures 100 face to face visits per year.
* Works with Hospital leadership to create case for support materials to inspire benefactors up the giving pyramid.
* Shares experiences, ideas and new directions for Constituent Giving.
* Actively practices moves management through the benefactor life cycle of qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
* Establishes relationships with donors who are prospects for legacy or ultimate gifts.
* Actively solicits individuals for significant gifts (i.e. ask for contributions).
* Documents all donor related activities using Raiser's Edge donor system.
* Assists in all cultivation and stewardship for Foundation events that benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
* Bachelor's Degree required.
* Master's Degree in related field preferred.
* 3-5 years of fund raising experience preferred.
* Sales experience can offset fund raising experience.
* Management and marketing experience preferred.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Must be comfortable with people of all ages and backgrounds. Must be equally comfortable with public speaking and one-on-one communication.
* Demonstrated personal initiative, devotion to hospital mission and on-going personal education and development.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Ability to be a team player and display diplomacy/political savvy.
* Ability to be entrusted with personal and confidential information and make ethical decisions.
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Frequently interacts with people during the course of the day, including talking on the phone or face-to-face, walking to their offices or using the computer to interact; composes documents and e-mail on the computer
* Occasionally lifts objects weighing 40 pounds or less.
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?
The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.
Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.
We're 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.
Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.
Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.
Responsibilities
* Manages a personal portfolio of no more than 150 prospects with the capacity to give gifts of $25,000 to 250,000 to achieve philanthropic and financial goals of Nationwide Children's Hospital.
* Works with the Vice President of Constituent Giving to develop annual goals. The expectation will be $1M per year with a mature portfolio.
* Secures 100 face to face visits per year.
* Works with Hospital leadership to create case for support materials to inspire benefactors up the giving pyramid.
* Shares experiences, ideas and new directions for Constituent Giving.
* Actively practices moves management through the benefactor life cycle of qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
* Establishes relationships with donors who are prospects for legacy or ultimate gifts.
* Actively solicits individuals for significant gifts (i.e. ask for contributions).
* Documents all donor related activities using Raiser's Edge donor system.
* Assists in all cultivation and stewardship for Foundation events that benefit Nationwide Children's Hospital.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
* Bachelor's Degree required.
* Master's Degree in related field preferred.
* 3-5 years of fund raising experience preferred.
* Sales experience can offset fund raising experience.
* Management and marketing experience preferred.
* Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Must be comfortable with people of all ages and backgrounds. Must be equally comfortable with public speaking and one-on-one communication.
* Demonstrated personal initiative, devotion to hospital mission and on-going personal education and development.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Ability to be a team player and display diplomacy/political savvy.
* Ability to be entrusted with personal and confidential information and make ethical decisions.
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Frequently interacts with people during the course of the day, including talking on the phone or face-to-face, walking to their offices or using the computer to interact; composes documents and e-mail on the computer
* Occasionally lifts objects weighing 40 pounds or less.
The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
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Assistant director of development job description example 3
Massachusetts General Hospital assistant director of development job description
The Assistant Director of Development, Donor Relations, supports the strategic stewardship, retention, and further cultivation of Massachusetts General Hospital top donors and prospects. The Assistant Director will partner with Donor Relations colleagues and Principal and Major Gift Officers to assist in the implementation of engagement opportunities that are meaningful to principal and major gift donors, demonstrate the impact of their giving to Mass General and illustrate the hospital's genuine gratitude for their giving and contributions.
Reporting to the Director of Development, Donor Relations the Assistant Director will play a key supporting role in executing the stewardship activity for top donors to the Campaign for Mass General, Building for the Future of Health Care and beyond. The Assistant Director works collaboratively with colleagues across the department and hospital to execute stewardship plans, program and other recognition deliverables.
All applicants must apply online via www.massgeneral.org. Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter detailing applicable experience and accomplishments.
About Us
Massachusetts General Hospital is one of the world's top academic medical centers. It is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, where nearly all our staff physicians serve on the faculty.
Mass General has pioneered medicine for more than 200 years, and we're thinking big about the future. We're in the midst of our largest comprehensive fundraising effort- The Campaign for Mass General- which seeks to raise $3 billion in philanthropic funding. To learn more about our Campaign, click here.
Our Department
The Development Office is a vibrant and collaborative team focused on advancing the hospital's mission of health care excellence. We are committed to expanding the philanthropy that makes this mission possible.
We offer a competitive benefits package including generous health care and retirement plans and an array of professional development opportunities. We also offer a Flexible Workplace Program, a hybrid work model that affords employees the opportunity to work in the office a minimum of 4-6 days per month, depending on the business needs of the role. We comply with all Mass General Brigham conditions of employment, including vaccination mandates.
Diversity and inclusion are priorities for our office and the hospital. We strongly believe that a team of diverse identities, experiences, opinions and perspectives drives creativity, innovation, and excellence.
Click here to learn more about our team and what it's like to work with us.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
* Support the creation of personal and meaningful stewardship deliverables or philanthropic impact reports for top donors, including multi-fund donors, principal and major gift donors and others as determined by giving area or giving level
* Collaborate with Donor Relations colleagues and gift officers to execute basic and/or highly customized plans with actions, supporting the implementation of individual stewardship plans
* Assist in the creation of new initiatives and/or enhance existing deliverables to promote donor retention and inspire further giving from our principal gift level donors
* In consultation with the Director of Donor Relations, collaborate with Special Events and Integrated Marketing and Communications teams on the design and implementation of custom, high-level and unique stewardship activity, events and experiences for Mass General's top donors
* Support the team's management of all aspects of report design and production, including working with vendors, arranging photo shoots, and collaborating across the hospital to ensure accurate content and format
* Collaborate with the Director of Donor Relations for Principal Gift donors to identify new and/or ongoing stewardship communications and deliverables to enhance cultivation and/or donor retention
* Support activity around stewardship reports/deliverables and collaborate with the team and other colleagues on annual endowed fund reports for the effective coordination of stewardship messaging
* Help track monthly and quarterly statistics and update processes, procedures and resources in print and on Development Office intranet. With the Director, Donor Relations, compile measurable results on quantity and effectiveness of reports
* Take an active role in assisting the team with training around best practices and procedures and the ongoing development of key tools and resource guides for gift officers. Prepare training materials and update resources as needed
* Conduct interviews and manage photo and video shoots with physicians and hospital staff as needed
* Promote creativity, initiate new ideas and stewardship efforts, and actively participate in setting team goals and outcomes
* Serve as a resource to Development and hospital colleagues on Donor Relations practices and available resources.
* Proactively participate in professional development opportunities
* Prepare and regularly update progress reports
* Contribute to maintaining positive office morale, even in the face of high work volume and challenging periods
* Take on other office-wide duties at the request of Development leadership
* Adhere to the mission, credo, and standards of behavior of Mass General Hospital
Qualifications
This position requires a minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience and a bachelor's degree.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working effectively and nimbly in a large, complex, dynamic and sophisticated organization, preferably in donor relations, stewardship, or front-line fundraising, with creative successes coming as a result of positive collaborations with staff at all levels across the organization.
Also, the ideal candidate should possess the following skills, abilities and attributes:
* Excellent organizational and project management skills.
* Excellent attention to details, professionalism and a strong work ethic.
* Strong commitment to quality work, customer service, and high productivity.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively, effectively and politely with diverse audiences.
* Creativity and high levels of energy and enthusiasm.
* Commitment to adopting best practices and operational efficiency.
* Inclination to build relationships with internal and external constituencies.
* Ability to evaluate problems accurately and display sound and confidential judgment
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications and online resources.
* Experience with Raiser's Edge or other fundraising software, preferable.
* Experience with InDesign or other design software, preferable.
* Experience in video creation and editing, a plus.
Reporting to the Director of Development, Donor Relations the Assistant Director will play a key supporting role in executing the stewardship activity for top donors to the Campaign for Mass General, Building for the Future of Health Care and beyond. The Assistant Director works collaboratively with colleagues across the department and hospital to execute stewardship plans, program and other recognition deliverables.
All applicants must apply online via www.massgeneral.org. Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter detailing applicable experience and accomplishments.
About Us
Massachusetts General Hospital is one of the world's top academic medical centers. It is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, where nearly all our staff physicians serve on the faculty.
Mass General has pioneered medicine for more than 200 years, and we're thinking big about the future. We're in the midst of our largest comprehensive fundraising effort- The Campaign for Mass General- which seeks to raise $3 billion in philanthropic funding. To learn more about our Campaign, click here.
Our Department
The Development Office is a vibrant and collaborative team focused on advancing the hospital's mission of health care excellence. We are committed to expanding the philanthropy that makes this mission possible.
We offer a competitive benefits package including generous health care and retirement plans and an array of professional development opportunities. We also offer a Flexible Workplace Program, a hybrid work model that affords employees the opportunity to work in the office a minimum of 4-6 days per month, depending on the business needs of the role. We comply with all Mass General Brigham conditions of employment, including vaccination mandates.
Diversity and inclusion are priorities for our office and the hospital. We strongly believe that a team of diverse identities, experiences, opinions and perspectives drives creativity, innovation, and excellence.
Click here to learn more about our team and what it's like to work with us.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
* Support the creation of personal and meaningful stewardship deliverables or philanthropic impact reports for top donors, including multi-fund donors, principal and major gift donors and others as determined by giving area or giving level
* Collaborate with Donor Relations colleagues and gift officers to execute basic and/or highly customized plans with actions, supporting the implementation of individual stewardship plans
* Assist in the creation of new initiatives and/or enhance existing deliverables to promote donor retention and inspire further giving from our principal gift level donors
* In consultation with the Director of Donor Relations, collaborate with Special Events and Integrated Marketing and Communications teams on the design and implementation of custom, high-level and unique stewardship activity, events and experiences for Mass General's top donors
* Support the team's management of all aspects of report design and production, including working with vendors, arranging photo shoots, and collaborating across the hospital to ensure accurate content and format
* Collaborate with the Director of Donor Relations for Principal Gift donors to identify new and/or ongoing stewardship communications and deliverables to enhance cultivation and/or donor retention
* Support activity around stewardship reports/deliverables and collaborate with the team and other colleagues on annual endowed fund reports for the effective coordination of stewardship messaging
* Help track monthly and quarterly statistics and update processes, procedures and resources in print and on Development Office intranet. With the Director, Donor Relations, compile measurable results on quantity and effectiveness of reports
* Take an active role in assisting the team with training around best practices and procedures and the ongoing development of key tools and resource guides for gift officers. Prepare training materials and update resources as needed
* Conduct interviews and manage photo and video shoots with physicians and hospital staff as needed
* Promote creativity, initiate new ideas and stewardship efforts, and actively participate in setting team goals and outcomes
* Serve as a resource to Development and hospital colleagues on Donor Relations practices and available resources.
* Proactively participate in professional development opportunities
* Prepare and regularly update progress reports
* Contribute to maintaining positive office morale, even in the face of high work volume and challenging periods
* Take on other office-wide duties at the request of Development leadership
* Adhere to the mission, credo, and standards of behavior of Mass General Hospital
Qualifications
This position requires a minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience and a bachelor's degree.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working effectively and nimbly in a large, complex, dynamic and sophisticated organization, preferably in donor relations, stewardship, or front-line fundraising, with creative successes coming as a result of positive collaborations with staff at all levels across the organization.
Also, the ideal candidate should possess the following skills, abilities and attributes:
* Excellent organizational and project management skills.
* Excellent attention to details, professionalism and a strong work ethic.
* Strong commitment to quality work, customer service, and high productivity.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively, effectively and politely with diverse audiences.
* Creativity and high levels of energy and enthusiasm.
* Commitment to adopting best practices and operational efficiency.
* Inclination to build relationships with internal and external constituencies.
* Ability to evaluate problems accurately and display sound and confidential judgment
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications and online resources.
* Experience with Raiser's Edge or other fundraising software, preferable.
* Experience with InDesign or other design software, preferable.
* Experience in video creation and editing, a plus.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024