Now Hiring - Donor Relationship Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Donor Relationship Manager will create and implement a fundraising plan to help Gem City Kitties (“GCK”) grow as a new nonprofit in the Dayton area and support the opening of our new extension, Gem City Vet. Gem City Vet is a nonprofit veterinary clinic in Trotwood offering low-cost wellness services to pets in low-income families. The Donor Relationship Manager will report to the Executive Director and work closely with the Gem City Catfe and Gem City Kitties staff. Gem City Kitties is looking for someone that enjoys building programs and working collaboratively with a team to find unique solutions. 
As a small and growing nonprofit, the focus will rotate throughout the year between the responsibilities listed below. Each area will not run concurrently initially and there will be flexibility to prioritize top initiatives, as well as request and manage volunteer help.
SCHEDULE + COMPENSATION: $14/hour with ability to set schedule as preferred, requiring 10-15 hours per week.  This position mainly works remotely but from time to time will require nights or weekends for certain events. This position will start part-time but have the option to grow to full-time if desired and financially viable for GCK.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute GCK annual fundraising plan
• Collaborate with GCK Board and Staff members to identify and schedule areas of priority
• Set fundraising benchmark recommendations and share with the GCK Board for approval
• Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations
• Maintain donor records in Little Green Light, our donor management system
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with major donors or sponsors
• Seek grants including researching, writing, submitting, and providing follow up data
• Coordinate with staff, board, and volunteers to host special events
• Develop and track proposals for all foundation and corporate fundraising
• Create and execute a strategy for a large, sustained base of annual individual donors
• Cultivate relationships with all donors, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated
• Make public appearances and accept speaking engagements to share information with the community

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 21+ and have a valid driver’s license with safe driving record and reliable transportation
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Bachelor degree or 4 years equivalent work experience required
• 5+ years required in either donor development or non-profit fundraising
• Must have deep concern and empathy for animals
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Tetanus inoculation and rabies (pre-exposure) inoculations highly encouraged
• Work is performed remotely but may require interactions with rescue animals
• Bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, lifting 20 lb items, and use of stairs required while performing job function especially for events
• Exposure to cleaning agents, allergens, and zoonotic disease 
• Subject to work weekends and holidays and outside in a variety of weather for events
• Subject to exposure of animal bites and scratches
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – specifically Word and Excel
• Proficiency in G-Suite – specifically Gmail, Google Drive

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be highly organized and able to use consistent systems to maintain order. 
• Exceptional work ethic with excellent interpersonal and planning skills. Ability to exercise independent judgment as appropriate and to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Manages time efficiently and prioritizes work extremely well. Able to meet deadlines with high quality work.
• Demonstrates exemplary communication skills, including writing and editing skills and the ability to express thoughts orally in a clear manner. Will be required to communicate effectively with the public, business owners, Gem City Catfé staff, and vendors. Must be able to work with various personalities, ethnicities, social and age groups, and maintain tact and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Development - Continuously seeks opportunities to improve self and others. Leads with trust, honesty, and commitment to hire, coach, and develop partners to achieve their potential.
• ​Acts thoughtfully - Takes personal responsibility to do the right thing and persists in times of challenge or uncertainty. Adapts quickly to change and makes timely, thoughtful decisions.
• Works well with others - Listens and communicates well with others within and outside of both Gem City Vet and Gem City Kitties. Creates a team environment that is positive and productive.
• Values our supporters and clients – Appreciates our supporters; seeks to understand what our clients need and how to best deliver the experience.
• Achieves results - Understands what drives overall organizational success and is accountable to prioritize and deliver quality results. Demonstrates knowledge of core products and processes to get results. Anticipates obstacles and takes action to prevent or minimize their impact.

HOW TO APPLY:
Email PDF copy of resume and cover letter to karin@gemcitykitties.org.

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